Trail

In the heart of the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains, Trail is surrounded by crystal-clear lakes and lush forests that are home to a variety of wildlife. Together with nearby Rossland, these two towns provide abundant opportunities to raise families, forge lasting friendships within the community, and get involved locally. Here, you’ll find a fulfilling career and an extraordinary lifestyle that nourishes your soul.

In Trail and Rossland, winter adventures become a part of your everyday life; that’s the life you can have when you live near Red Mountain Resort, a key destination on British Columbia’s legendary Powder Highway. Imagine gliding through fresh Kootenay snow and soaring down steep slopes, minutes from your own front door.

You’ll find endless opportunities for outdoor adventure here. Hike Sunningdale or Miral Heights for breathtaking views. If you’re a mountain biker, you’ll love the singletrack trails; if you’re a water enthusiast, you’ll enjoy kayaking or paddleboarding on the numerous lakes that dot the landscape.

Hit the links at Birchbank, known for its sprawling greens, and jaw-dropping shifts in elevation. Challenge yourself at Champion Lakes’ vibrant fairways. Tee off at Redstone, where Les Furber’s artistic brilliance shines, enhanced by striking rock formations, tranquil streams, glistening ponds, and immaculate white silica bunkers.

With spectacular landscapes and affordable real estate, you’ll find the ideal setting to establish your roots. Trail and Rossland are perfect for raising families, with wide open spaces and supportive communities. Come and see for yourself—we can’t wait to welcome you to our neighbourhoods!

Practice Details:

LOCUM OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!

We are looking for a nephrologist to join 2 other nephrologists in a well established renal program in Trail. We are caring for a large diverse renal population including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis patients, CKD, GN and renal transplant patients. The Trail renal program has an incentre dialysis unit as well several smaller community dialysis units in Cranbrook, Sparwood, Creston and Grand Forks. The CKD and renal transplant clinics are staffed by a multidisciplinary team including nurses, dieticians, and a social worker.

You will work a 3 week rotating schedule with one week of dialysis/inpatient consults, one week of CKD/transplant clinic, and one week with some private office and some days off to allow you time to enjoy the multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities offered in the beautiful Kootenays. Overhead is low and you will receive a level 2 MOCAP stipend for your on call nights. Nephrology call is one in three but it is very light call and we are rarely called in. Participating in the internal medicine call schedule would be appreciated but not required

We’re inviting practitioners interested in exploring practicing in Kootenay Boundary to come and #Skifreeinkb this season!

Did you know that medical practitioners* can access SkifreeinKB passes to Red Resort Rossland, Whitewater Resort Nelson, Phoenix Mountain Grand Forks and Black Jack Cross Country Club Rossland during winter 24/25?
(*includes physicians, specialists, locums, np’s, midwives, residents or medical students!) Visit https://www.kbdoctors.ca/skifreeinkb.html for more information!

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Qualifications:

• Eligible for Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
• Doctorate in Medicine
• Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory
• Eligible for licensure with CPSBC
• •Eligible for licensure with CPSBC •Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory.

Call Schedule:

Hours of work: 1.0 FTE
On call requirements: 17 weeks/ year

Compensation:

Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital:

With a steadfast commitment to the health and wellness of the 85,000 residents across the region, Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) guarantees personalized and comprehensive care for each member of our community.

Our capabilities extend from providing round-the-clock emergency and trauma care to specialized units for intensive care, acute medical conditions, renal dialysis, and neonatal intensive care. This means we’re equipped to handle the most critical demands with precision and compassion, ensuring no need goes unmet.

Transitioning from emergency to specialized care, the expertise of our dedicated specialists encompasses areas like ophthalmology, otolaryngology, orthopedic surgery, pediatrics, plastic surgery, psychiatry, urology, general surgery, obstetrics & gynecology, neurology, oncology, and internal medicine. Their knowledge and skills make them the cornerstone of our healthcare services and patient outcomes.

Central to our mission is the 24-hour High Acuity Response Team (HART), which highlights our role as the regional hub, offering expert care to critically ill and injured patients. This underscores our position as the key healthcare facility in the region, ready and equipped to tackle high-acuity cases with skill and care.

At KBRH, our identity goes beyond being a healthcare provider; we’re a community dedicated to medical excellence and compassionate care. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives we touch and contributing to a legacy of health and well-being.