Williams Lake
Tucked away in the heart of British Columbia’s central interior, Williams Lake is a vibrant community celebrated for its unspoiled wilderness and iconic Williams Lake Stampede. With a population of approximately 35,000, this welcoming city seamlessly blends small-town charm, thrilling adventure, and abundant economic opportunities.
Surrounded by pristine lakes, winding rivers, and scenic trails, Williams Lake is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering year-round activities such as biking, fishing, golfing, skiing, and snowmobiling. The region’s economy is fueled by industries like forestry, mining, ranching, and a steadily growing tourism sector. Families are drawn to the area for its affordable housing options and access to diverse educational opportunities, including public and private schools, and Indigenous-focused education options.
Beyond its natural beauty, the city boasts a lively arts scene, year-round community events, organized sports leagues, and a wide range of dining experiences. With its combination of breathtaking landscapes, strong community spirit, and rich history, Williams Lake is an exceptional place to live, work, and play.
Practice Details:
Fantastic opportunity for a Hospitalist to join the team at Cariboo Memorial Hospital (CMH) in Williams Lake. If you are passionate about your work, enjoy working within a strong culture of teamwork, dedicated to quality improvement and are looking to practice in a welcoming community setting where the lifestyle opportunities are endless, apply today and discover the rewards of professional and personal satisfaction!
As a Hospitalist at Cariboo Memorial Hospital, you will work in the acute inpatient medicine setting and function in a MRP (most responsible physician) role for complex medical and co-management of surgical patients, as well as palliative care. Throughout the hospital, you will receive excellent support from the other CMH specialists and family physicians. Working 8 hours a day you will see an average of 12-16 inpatients per shift.
The CMH Hospitalist program supports the complex and diverse medical needs of our patients in an environment that fosters collaboration among specialists.
We are excited to add new graduates or experienced Hospitalists to our team in Williams Lake.
Are you interested in practicing at CMH, but prefer part-time hours? We value flexibility and work-life balance! Whether you’re looking for part-time hospitalist work or locum opportunities, we warmly welcome your interest. Your expertise is vital - even on a part-time or locum basis.
For those interested, 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 CV to physicianrecruitment@interiorhealth.ca.
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:
Full Time or Part Time
On call requirements:
Participation in after-hours call is mandatory.
Compensation:
Estimated Gross Income
For a full time hospitalist, anticipate an annual base income of $336,168.00 or $200.10/ hour, through an APP contract. Up to an additional 40% is also available with group contract incentives. MOCAP level 2 and After Hours Premiums also provided.
RSA Incentives
Rural Incentives include:
• Recruitment bonus: $15,000 (based on 1.0 FTE)
• Fee Premium: 12.32%
• Annual retention fee: $19,092.48
Relocation reimbursement up to a maximum of $9,000 for moves within BC, $12,000 for moves within Canada, and $15,000 for those relocating from outside Canada.
*Rural Incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at time of offer.
Candidates with a BC or Canada student loan may be eligible for BC or Canada loan forgiveness programs for those living and working in rural community.
Cariboo Memorial Hospital:
Cariboo Memorial Hospital (CMH) is under renovation with planned completion in 2029! Currently, CMH is a Level 2 Community Hospital in Williams Lake, with 28 inpatient beds. At CMH, we offer a broad spectrum of services, including emergency medicine, internal medicine, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedic surgery, pediatrics, psychiatry, anesthesia, and hospitalist services. Laboratory services, diagnostic imaging, and outpatient hemodialysis units are available on-site.