Penticton

Flanked by tree trimmed mountain slopes, dramatic clay cliffs and Okanagan and Skaha Lake, Penticton is one of the larger cities in the BC interior. Its lush surroundings and ideal climate, with over 2,000 hours of sunshine per year, combine to create a paradise. Indulge in wineries, golf courses, and famous sandy beaches in the summer and skiing and snowshoeing when the snow falls. Penticton is an innovative and adventurous waterfront city offering all the amenities of a larger urban centre while preserving its small-town charm and warmth. With an array of fine dining, shops, recreational facilities and local vendors and agriculturalists at its weekly farmer’s market, Penticton has it all. Come experience this incredible lifestyle for yourself!

Practice Details:

This is an opportunity for a Family Physician (FP) to work at the Penticton Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC).

The Penticton UPCC is seeking Family Physicians to join a collaborative, team-based care environment that supports both professional autonomy and work-life balance. This opportunity is offered through a group service contract with competitive compensation and the ability to self-schedule alongside your colleagues.

Leadership development opportunities are available with Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program.

Apply today to live, work and play where others only vacation! It's better here! Email your CV to PhysicianRecruitment@interiorhealth.ca

Qualifications:

• Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory
• Eligible for licensure with CPSBC
• Eligible for The College of Family Physicians of Canada Cert. (CCFP)

Call Schedule:

Hours of work: Flexible (variable shift lengths are available)
On call requirements: None

Compensation:

Penticton Urgent and Primary Care Centre:

The Penticton Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) consists of family physicians (FPs), nurse practitioners (NPs), a registered nurse team lead, primary care registered nurses (RNs), social workers (SWs), medical office assistants (MOAs), and a dedicated operational manager.

The Penticton UPCC focuses 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, both those that are on the Patient Attachment List (PAL) actively awaiting attachment in the South Okanagan and those not yet on the PAL.

Urgent primary care services will be available to the public: Monday to Friday - 17:00 to 20:00, Saturday, Sunday and statutory holidays – 12:00 to 18:00