Transitioning to practice

Making the transition from resident to practising physician can be a challenge. Not sure where to begin? We’ve got you covered with the right tools and resources to set up your practice with confidence.

Explore practice opportunities in BC

The BC Medical Journal

The BCMJ contains extensive listings of job openings throughout the province. 

View job openings through BCMJ.

Health Match BC

Health Match BC is a free service that offers comprehensive information on physician employment opportunities across British Columbia. 

View job opportunities through Health Match BC.

Resident Doctors of BC

Resident Doctors of BC hosts informative and interactive sessions job fairs. 

Explore events with Resident Doctors of BC.

Rural opportunities

The Joint Standing Committee on Rural Issues manages programs aimed at supporting physicians who are considering practicing in rural communities.
  
Programs include:

  • BC Rural Physician Programs 
  • Retention payments 
  • Rural Continuing Medical Education 
  • Locum for Rural BC assistance 

Learn about rural opportunities.  

Transition support and guidance

Explore programs, practical resources, and trusted national services designed to support you in crafting your CV, finding opportunities, and successfully establishing yourself as a practising physician.

UBC's Transition into Practice program 

Gain expert insights on:

  • Crafting an impactful medical CV. 
  • Exploring job opportunities.
  • Managing finances and office logistics (incorporation, office space, contract negotiation).

Explore the Transition into Practice program.

Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS)

A trusted, national, not-for-profit organization that provides: 

  • Transparent application and matching services for postgraduate medical training.
  • Fair and independent support for medical residents across Canada.

Explore CaRMS opportunities.

HealthForceOntario - Transition into Practice Service (TiPS)

Empowering residents across Canada, TiPS offers: 

  • Practical, career-focused learning modules.
  • Guidance tailored to bridge the gap between residency and practice. 

Access the TiPS toolkit.

Group practice interview questions

This resource is for physicians considering adopting or joining a group practice. The questions and considerations may be applicable to most scenarios.

Download the group practice interview questions.