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:
Excellent opportunity for a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to discover the rewards of career satisfaction working within a strong culture of teamwork while delivering excellence in care! If you are looking for a diverse practice in a welcoming community setting where the lifestyle opportunities are endless, apply today!
In this role, you will be part of a team of Psychiatrists and will provide consults to the pediatric unit, the emergency department, and will have the opportunity to maintain a community based practice. This position offers the flexibility to be part-time or full-time. Duties will include, but not be limited to;
• Community child and adolescent mental health services in collaboration with the Ministry of Children and Family Development and community mental health services
• Child & Adolescent Psychiatry community mental health and inpatient services
• Developmental delay and mental health services
• Private child and adolescent psychiatry services in the community*options to be discussed further with interested candidates
• Provide service to KBRH’s 12 bed general adult inpatient unit while providing on call coverage
Our team strives to provide quality psychiatric care to residents throughout the Kootenay Boundary region. Community work would involve supporting family physicians, pediatricians, and child & youth mental health services. Discussion is also underway for the development of a small Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in-patient unit, for which the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute ideas and feedback.
This role offers teaching opportunities to locally placed UBC students and Family Medicine and Psychiatry residents. Opportunities are also available for those with a desire to pursue an administrative leadership role or further develop a subspecialty area of interest, such as addictions.
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.
We are excited to add a passionate and hardworking psychiatrist to our team at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital. There are an abundance of affordable living options in the Trail/Rossland area. Apply today and explore the exciting opportunities for the lifestyle of your dreams. Email your CV to PhysicianRecruitment@interiorhealth.ca.
Qualifications:
Call Schedule:
Hours of work:
We are committed to accommodating your preferences and ensuring a suitable work-life balance.
On call requirements:
Participation in the general on call schedule is expected.
Compensation:
Estimated Gross Income
$300,000 - $500,000, plus MOCAP level 2
RSA Incentives
Recruitment incentive: $15,000, prorated for physicians working less than full time
Relocation: $9,000 if moving within BC, $12,000 within Canada, and $15,000 from outside Canada
Fee premium: 11.48%
Annual retention fee: $17,790
RCME funding: $600 for up to 2 years in Trail, $3,600 during your 3rd and 4th year, and $6,600 after 4 years, in addition to the Doctors of BC CME funds.
The above numbers are based on a full-time position and may be prorated for physicians working less than full time. Rural incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at the time of offer.
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.