Role and Facility Information

Live and Thrive: Medicine and Community in Cranbrook, BC

Tucked between towering peaks, glistening lakes, and rolling foothills lies Cranbrook—the heart of British Columbia's scenic Kootenay region. This extraordinary haven is not just a place; it's an experience for the soul. Whether you have a passion for the arts, crave exhilarating adventures, or seek the warmth of a close-knit community, Cranbrook offers it all.

Lose yourself in the pristine beauty of Wasa and Moyie Lakes, where swimming, paddleboarding, and windsurfing await. Set off on a river safari along the mesmerizing St. Mary River, navigating its currents on a canoe, kayak, or raft. The angler's paradise of the Kootenay and Bull rivers teems with rainbow, cutthroat, and bull trout.

Swing like Arnold Palmer on any of the region's seven championship golf courses, including Shadow Mountain and Wildstone. The vast network of trails beckons you to push your limits with mountain biking, hiking, and climbing across seven unique crags.

The Powder Highway runs through the heart of the Canadian Rockies near Cranbrook, with renowned winter destinations like Fernie, Kimberley, and Fairmont just an hour away. Experience heart-stopping days carving down alpine bowls, shredding uncrowded trails, and conquering daring steeps in this winter sports playground.

Immerse yourself in Cranbrook's pulsating arts scene, savour locally brewed craft beer, and delight in farm-to-table cuisine. Discover a community where families flourish with a broad spectrum of recreational activities that captivate children's imaginations. Consider picturesque towns like Kimberley or Jaffray as your home base—only a 25-minute commute from Cranbrook, balancing convenience and serene beauty.

Step into a life where your dreams find space to grow, where the only limits are those of the horizon. Welcome to Cranbrook, where boundless opportunities await.

VISIONARY CARE: CRAFTING YOUR CLINICAL PATH

At East Kootenay Regional Hospital (EKRH) in Cranbrook, transform women’s healthcare through your clinical expertise and compassion. Become a part of our dedicated team of OB/GYNs who collaborate in a spirit of teamwork and mutual support. We are committed to advancing the well-being of women through patient-centred care, excellence in practice, and a culture that values working together for the collective success of our patients.

As an OB/GYN at EKRH, your compassion and communication skills are crucial in allowing you to treat and support patients from a diverse population spanning many cultures. With sensitivity and adaptability, you can help reduce disparities and customize community initiatives to address unique needs. Your resilience and dedication to excellence will drive you to deliver impactful care for immigrants and Indigenous communities alike. By leveraging your expertise to promote understanding across generations, your work will create positive change and nurture wellbeing for women, families, and the broader community. Join us to experience the immense fulfilment that comes from improving lives through culturally competent practice.

You will manage approximately 800-900 deliveries annually, continually growing through exposure to a spectrum of interesting cases. Our well-equipped operating rooms serve as the ideal setting for you to take on complex obstetric challenges, from twin pregnancies to intricate scenarios, enabling your professional growth.

Our neonatal unit allows you to provide holistic care for patients, while our collaborative multidisciplinary team, including pediatricians, urologists, psychiatrists, internists, and surgeons, offers robust support. With four local midwives and family physicians, our OB/GYN department fosters a nurturing environment to deliver comprehensive women’s health services.

Immerse yourself in a setting that nurtures continuous learning and professional advancement. Sharpen your teaching abilities through regular CME sessions and bedside education with residents and medical students who train here year-round. Remain at the forefront of best practices in women’s health through participation in clinical audits, daily simulation trainings, and monthly morbidity and mortality rounds. Ongoing mentorship and leadership roles offer meaningful ways to elevate your skills while shaping the future of OB/GYN care.

Expand your influence through rural health initiatives. We offer up to 35 annual surgical locum days where you can provide care in BC’s remote communities. For those dedicated to serving these rural areas long-term, there are incentives and flexibility to craft a meaningful career by either joining an established practice or pioneering your own. You are assured of being supported in delivering excellent urban healthcare while also having the chance to increase access for underserved populations. Our OB/GYNs are passionate about making a difference for women across the East Kootenays.

At EKRH, you can join a group devoted to enhancing women’s health through clinical excellence, compassion, and support for OB/GYN professionals. Together, we can revolutionize care and nurture the wellbeing of the East Kootenay community.

AT THE HEART OF CARE: EAST KOOTENAY REGIONAL HOSPITAL

Join us at East Kootenay Regional Hospital (EKRH), an 80-bed regional referral centre serving approximately 82,000 individuals in the beautiful East Kootenay region of BC.

Our 24/7 emergency and trauma services feature a 16-bed unit and a 6-bed ICU. Our high-acuity-response-team provides mobile critical care to stabilize and transfer rural patients.

The hospital includes a level 3 lab with new PCR and MALDI/TOF machines, plus new MRI, SPECT CT, and upcoming CT scanners in the radiology department. Construction is also underway for a new NICU, renovated ER triage, and oncology and renal departments.

With our dedicated team, you’ll find top-notch care across our comprehensive range of services: internal medicine, OB/GYN, general surgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, pathology, psychiatry, pediatrics, anesthesia, radiology, urology, and family practice inpatient care.

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE: BEGIN YOUR LEGACY HERE

If you are a compassionate and resilient OB/GYN, elevate your career at East Kootenay Regional Hospital, where your expertise can change lives. Apply today to live, work and play where others only vacation!

Are you interested in being an OB/GYN at EKRH, but prefer part-time hours? We welcome and accommodate that preference as well! We recognize the vital role of talented specialists, even on a part-time basis.

Curious about the mountain towns that have won over our physicians' hearts? Discover it firsthand with a locum in this remarkable corner of the world.

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Terms

Benefits and Incentives

Vacation Leave

With flexible scheduling, you'll have ample time to recharge and unwind.

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

Retention Premium

14%

Retention Flat Fee

$21,696

Relocation Funding Available

$9,000 for moves within BC, $12,000 for moves within Canada, and $15,000 for those relocating from outside Canada.

Recruitment Incentive

$20,000, prorated for physicians working less than full time.

Other Benefits/Incentives

With RCME, you’ll be eligible to receive $1,800 for up to 2 years in Cranbrook, $4,800 during your 3rd and 4th year, and $7,800 after 4 years, in addition to the Doctors of BC CME funds. Rural incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at the time of offer.

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