Protea Medical Clinic is seeking a Family Physician to join our team in the heart of downtown Duncan. Located at the corner of Canada Avenue and 3rd Street, Protea is a warm, close-knit family practice where physicians are genuinely valued — not just for their productivity, but as essential members of a clinical family built around long-term, trusted relationships with patients.

Protea's space is modern, comfortable, and thoughtfully laid out for both efficient clinical work and genuine connection between colleagues — a clinic that feels less like a workplace and more like a second home. You'll be supported every day by a dedicated administrative and clinical support team who take care of the operational details of running a practice, so your time and energy stay focused on your patients.

Just as the Protea flower is known for thriving in demanding conditions, the physicians here bring that same resilience and adaptability to patient care — and they don't do it alone. Every physician at Protea works alongside colleagues who genuinely have each other's backs.

You won't be building a practice in isolation. Protea's physician team — Dr. Jan Malherbe, Dr. Nicholas Hargrove, and Dr. Zaan Davies — has built a culture of real collegiality: informal curbside consults, mutual coverage, shared clinical problem-solving, and the kind of day-to-day camaraderie that makes longitudinal family practice sustainable over the long run. New physicians are welcomed as full partners in that culture from day one, with experienced colleagues down the hall to lean on as you settle in.

Overhead

Protea Medical Clinic offers flexible overhead arrangements, including either a competitive fixed percentage overhead or a shared monthly expense model.

Our overhead structure is designed to be among the most competitive in the region, and we are happy to discuss the options with you to find an arrangement that best supports your practice, career goals, and preferred way of working.

Benefits

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: (subject to change)

Recruitment Incentive: $10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)
Relocation Costs Reimbursement: up to $15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)
Fee Premium: 4.20%
Annual Flat Fee: $6,508.80
Rural CME: starting at $2,200/annum in year 3 & 4 to a maximum of $4,400.00/annum after 4 years.

The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change.

Community Information

The Cowichan Valley is located on the unceded and traditional territories of the Quw’utsun, Malahat, Ts’uubaa-asatx, Halalt, Penelakut, Stz’uminus, Lyackson, Pauquachin, Ditidaht & Pacheedaht Peoples.

Nestled between Victoria and Nanaimo on the east coast of Vancouver Island, the Cowichan Valley offers an exceptional quality of life that is difficult to match anywhere in Canada. Known for having Canada's warmest year-round climate, the region combines spectacular natural beauty with vibrant communities, outstanding amenities, and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

Whether your ideal weekend includes hiking through old-growth forests, golfing on championship courses, boating and kayaking along the coast, mountain biking, fishing, or simply relaxing at one of the Valley's award-winning wineries, the Cowichan lifestyle offers something for everyone. The region has become a destination for its thriving farm-to-table food culture, boutique vineyards, artisan producers, farmers' markets, and exceptional local restaurants.

Families are drawn to the Cowichan Valley for its welcoming communities, safe neighbourhoods, and excellent educational opportunities. The region is home to highly regarded public schools as well as several outstanding independent schools, making it an ideal place to build both a career and a family.

The Cowichan Valley is made up of a collection of unique communities, each with its own distinct character, including Duncan, Maple Bay, Cowichan Bay, Mill Bay, Shawnigan Lake, Cobble Hill, Chemainus, Ladysmith, Crofton, and Lake Cowichan. Together, these communities serve a regional population of approximately 84,000 residents while maintaining the charm and sense of connection that make small-town living so appealing.

Despite its relaxed pace, the Valley is exceptionally well connected. Victoria is just a 45-minute drive to the south, Nanaimo is approximately 40 minutes to the north, and Mount Washington Alpine Resort is only a two-hour drive away, offering excellent skiing and snowboarding throughout the winter.

Healthcare in the region continues to grow alongside the community. The new Cowichan District Hospital, scheduled to open in early 2027, represents one of the largest healthcare investments on Vancouver Island. This state-of-the-art, 204-bed regional hospital will more than triple the size of the existing facility and will provide expanded services, modern technology, and enhanced opportunities for physicians to practise comprehensive, collaborative medicine.

For physicians seeking the ideal balance between a rewarding career and an outstanding lifestyle, the Cowichan Valley offers the rare opportunity to enjoy world-class recreation, a strong sense of community, and a thriving medical environment—all in one of Canada's most beautiful regions.

Qualifications:
Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License (Provisional); Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) (Desired); Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) Eligible (Mandatory); Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) (Mandatory)