Role and Facility Information

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.

Immerse yourself in Cranbrook's pulsating arts scene, savour locally brewed craft beer, and delight in farm-to-table cuisine. Consider picturesque towns like Kimberley or Jaffray as your home base—only a 25-minute commute from Cranbrook, balancing convenience and serene beauty.

The Cranbrook UPCC is part of the East Kootenay (EK) Primary Care Network (PCN) a collaborative partnership between the EK Division of Family Practice, Interior Health, and the Ktunaxa Nation. The Cranbrook UPCC will operate within ʔamakʔis Ktunaxa, the homeland of the Ktunaxa people.

The target population for the Cranbrook UPCC will be a general population with services that span the care continuum. The service model comprises of:
• Longitudinal full service primary care for patients attached to the UPCC. These services will be provided during regular business hours 08.30-17.00, 5 days a week.
• Urgent and Episodic Primary Care for the general population. Urgent and episodic care will be provided from 08.30-20.00 on weekdays and 09.30-20.00 on weekends and public holidays.

Balance and flexibility is important so come a join the team at the Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) in Cranbrook either part-time or full-time depending what works with your schedule.

The UPCC team consists of family physicians, nurse practitioners (NPs), registered nurse team lead, primary care registered nurses (RNs), social workers (SWs), medical office assistants (MOAs), and a dedicated operational manager. The team will focus on members of the general population with non-life threatening illnesses or injuries who need access to same-day care, including those who are unattached.

Imagine a career as a family physician that bends to the rhythm of your life, where the balance between professional fulfillment and personal wellbeing isn't just a dream, but your daily reality.

For those interested, Leadership Development Opportunities are available with Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program. The NAVIG8 Emerging Physician Leaders Program is a comprehensive leadership development program designed specifically for physicians to address the practical leadership knowledge, behaviours and skills that high potential, emerging medical leaders require to step into leadership roles early in their careers.

This job posting is for a position covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination order and selected applicant(s) must comply with the requirements of the order.

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Terms

Benefits and Incentives

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

Retention Premium

14.00%

Retention Flat Fee

$21,696.00(prorated based on FTE)

Relocation Funding Available

$9,000 - $15,000 based on move location

Recruitment Incentive

$20,000 (if full-time)

Other Benefits/Incentives

Rural CME: max of $5,720/year after 4 years in practice Rural incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at time of offer. Candidates with a BC or Canada student loan may be eligible for loan forgiveness programs.