Nelson

In Nelson, BC, adventure and culture unite in perfect harmony. The town of Nelson is set on the shores of the gorgeous Kootenay Lake and surrounded by the spectacular Selkirk Mountains. It’s no surprise that this hamlet on the Powder Highway is consistently ranked “Best Ski Town in North America”. The area boasts cat, heli and backcountry skiing, as well as ice climbing, glacier trekking, winter fishing and fat biking. Nearby Whitewater Ski Resort stands as a premier destination for winter athletes, offering a thrilling playground of breathtaking terrain for adventurous skiers and snowboarders alike. Mountain biking in Nelson is the stuff of legend. Showcased in many mountain bike films, Nelson trails offer everything from gentle railway grades to steep, rooty technical tracks. Kokanee Springs, an acclaimed championship course, captivates with awe-inspiring fairways and meticulous greens. Plunge into the pristine embrace of Kootenay Lake, where tranquility and discovery await through kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. Ainsworth Hot Springs is a short drive from Nelson, where wellness bathers can soak in the natural pool or explore the steam cave with stalactites dripping from the ceiling. Nelson has earned a reputation as a cultural centre, boasting its own arts college and fine arts centre, a range of theatres, galleries, festivals and cultural events all born out of the creative genius of Nelson’s innovative population. Artists, moviemakers, authors, and community champions never fail to celebrate the beauty and character of this alluring spot. Small in population but big in terms of foodies, Nelson is reputed to have more restaurants per capita than Manhattan or San Francisco. Locals are as fervent about their coffee as they are about their mountain activities, and Nelson is home to over 20 establishments that specialize in serving coffee. Nelson is a city where life is unhurried and people say “hello” to strangers. Come and experience a city where the spirit of camaraderie and friendly interactions create an inviting atmosphere that feels like home from the moment you arrive.

Practice Details:

Our Medical Centre is a well-established clinic located in the heart of downtown Nelson, consisting of 6 family practices. We are currently seeking another Family Physician to join our team.

Our clinic is efficiently run with a very knowledgeable, experienced management and staff. We stay up to date with the latest tools that benefit both doctors and patients. Providing doctors with the availability to access the EMR from home and providing patients with online booking, access to results online, text reminders, etc. We use EMR Intrahealth Profile. We also have a local chronic disease manager and respiratory therapist who see patients in our clinic regularly. Specialist support is available at our local hospital in the areas of internal medicine, ophthalmology, neurology, and pediatrics with additional services regionally.

Lucrative New-to-Practice Salaried contract available (up to full-time) to physicians who don't have an established patient panel in BC. Care for up to 800 patients under a 2-year salaried contract with generous recruitment incentives for new grads (Additional $25,000 sign-in bonus and up to $130,000 in debt repayment - including private loans and line or credits). Enquire for details.

Nelson is known for its 4 seasons that allow for kayaking, sailing, and paddle boarding in the summer, hiking and biking in the spring and fall, and skiing and snowboarding our well-known snow-covered mountains in the winter. Nelson will not disappoint!

Whether you are looking for permanent part-time or full time, we can provide flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

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Primary Care Network Opportunity
Kootenay Boundary (KB) is an early adopter of the Primary Care Network (PCN) approach, with teams of FPs, NPs, RNs, Allied Health, Aboriginal Health Coordinators and other clinical staff working together to increase patient attachment and improve patient care, access, and cultural safety in clinics across the region. To date, 30+ PCN staff have already been hired into the PCN and provide about 5,000 patient encounters per quarter, and more hires are underway. The KB PCN is based on a co-location model, building teams within existing primary care clinics. A learning culture approach, fostered through the KB PCN Learning Lab, links all PCN partners and encourages innovation, collective learning and spreading of successes.

Qualifications:

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

Call Schedule:

Hours of work: Flexible up to full time, 5 days/week
On call requirements: 1:6 shared weekend call

Compensation:

Ancron Medical Centre:

Ancron Medical Centre is a family/general practice clinic, which currently has four doctors sharing over-head costs. We are looking to recruit a physician, as one of the partners will be moving. A replacement  would ensure continuity of care to our patients. A full-time established family practice.