Working at Whitehorse Medical Services was one of the most pleasant locum experiences I have had. The staff are enthusiastic, knowledgeable and very accommodating. The practice is organized and the management very welcoming and supportive.– DR. LAUREL SNYDER
Watson Lake Clinic + ER (ID4)
Job Type: Locum
Coverage needed: Oct 6 - Dec 31, 2025
Watson Lake Community Hospital is a 6 bed hospital with a 24 hour ER as well as lab and xray services. Our clinic, Parhelion Medical Clinic, is conveniently located within the hospital and makes for an easy commute between clinic and hospital duties.
Docs will work in the clinic M-F, except when they are on call for the hospital. Call shifts are for 24 hours and are typically 1 in 4, occasionally 1 in 3.
Inpatients are cared for by the admitting doctor on call. Clinic is booked 9-5 with mostly 30 minute appointments.
We area collegial group of physicians who rely on each others support and experience during critical scenarios and its often a team approach during these times. With that said, ACLS, PALS, ATLS and other critical care experiences and training are highly recommended.
Our pharmacy is operated as part of Parhelion Medical Clinic and there is no pharmacist on site, so doctors are expected to obtain a rural pharmacist permit and also carry out that role while in clinic/on call.
Remuneration
- Clinic days are paid by contract at a generous daily rate and on call is paid a 24 hour stipend plus FFS billing in addition to the stipend. Locum signing bonuses available.
Additional Support
- Housing is provided and there is remuneration for travel including rental vehicles.
- Locum Recruiter is available to assist with onboarding, licensing, etc.
Job payment model
Fee for Service + Contract + Stipend
On-Call Status
Yes
Weekend Call Status
On-Call
Eligible for locum support
Yes
