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:

Come join our existing team of five pediatricians at Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) in Penticton! This position offers a broad scope of general pediatric practice within a friendly, easygoing, and supportive team environment.

We have a well-equipped ward with 10 inpatient beds shared with adult services. We also have a Level 1 nursery for infants born at 36 weeks’ gestation or later. Maternity care is shared among six obstetricians, a group of midwives, and the South Okanagan Maternity Clinic.

This position is fully supported by electronic medical records, integrated among the collaborating pediatricians. Hospital duties include consultations in the Emergency Department, Labour and Delivery, and inpatient ward coverage. We also participate in the regional assessment team for complex developmental disabilities, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and autism programs, as well as periodically offer optional outreach clinics to the Penticton Indian Band and Princeton.

Clinic space is available. Join a group of three well-established pediatricians in a newly renovated outpatient clinic, just five minutes from the hospital and in the heart of downtown Penticton. Experienced secretarial staff are shared among the group, so no additional hiring of Medical Office Assistants is necessary. Overhead and MOA costs are shared, minimal, and prorated based on use.

Periodic teaching of first-year family medicine residents, pediatric residents, and third- and fourth-year medical students will be expected. Leadership development opportunities are available through Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program.

Practising as a pediatrician in Penticton offers a fulfilling career with opportunities for a well-balanced mix of patients, along with an active lifestyle in one of Canada's warmest regions.

We are excited to welcome passionate, hardworking pediatricians to our team at PRH, including both experienced physicians and new graduates. Locum applications are also welcome. Apply today to live, work, and play where others only vacation! It's better here!

Qualifications:

• Eligible for Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
• Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory
• Candidates are required to maintain current certification in the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Call Schedule:

Hours of work: Full time
On call requirements: 1:6

Compensation:

Penticton Regional Hospital:

Serving 90,000 residents across the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valley, Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) functions as a regional facility and secondary referral centre. Our 172 acute beds provide emergency, trauma, specialty, surgical, and outpatient care, plus diagnostic and paramedical services, tailored to community needs.

At PRH, we prioritize innovation, providing on-site CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine technology. Our 10-bed ICU delivers vital care for the most critically ill patients. As the referral base for hematology and transfusion medicine for smaller local hospitals in Oliver and Princeton, we offer centralized services across the Okanagan Valley.

Recent expansions demonstrate our commitment to advancing care at PRH. We unveiled the David E. Kampe Tower (DKT), introducing state-of-the-art surgical facilities, 84 private inpatient suites, a new medical device reprocessing unit, and space for the UBC Faculty of Medicine Program. We also upgraded our emergency department by adding new trauma bays, treatment spaces, and consultation rooms.

At PRH, we remain dedicated to recruiting talented medical professionals and elevating health outcomes across our growing region of British Columbia. Our exceptional facilities and compassionate care make us leaders and innovators among community hospitals.