West Kelowna
Lush vineyards boarded by Okanagan Lake and a dormant volcano create the panoramic backdrop for life in West Kelowna. Enjoy a farm-to-table way of life, coupled with an array of urban amenities for shopping and dining. The Sqilxw Fist Nations People have called this area home for centuries and pass their rich history down from generation to generation, beautifully weaving their culture throughout the community in art, signs and symbols. West Kelowna is the perfect locale to take advantage of activities in any season. In the summer, sample sandy beaches, golf courses, scenic hikes and wineries. Revel in the winter powder with down-hill and cross country skiing or snowshoeing. West Kelowna holds something for everyone.
Practice Details:
Practice Details:
The West Kelowna UPCC is seeking family physicians to locum this summer! Dates and shifts are flexible.
The West Kelowna UPCC is open 7 days a week from 11:30 – 8:30, with multiple shifts options to choose from.
Travel and accommodation incentives are available.
A locum at the West Kelowna UPCC means working a rewarding day shift and then heading down to Okanagan Lake for a sunset paddleboard or kayak before grabbing dinner at one of the many outstanding restaurants in West Kelowna. On a day off you can cycle along the Kettle Valley Rail Trail or take a hike to discover stunning views of the Okanagan Valley. If you’re an adventure seeker, you will love mountain biking in West Kelowna, with trails for all skill levels. To slow things down, you can visit the farmer’s markets, local fruit markets and wineries that surround West Kelowna. All of this, plus so much more, make West Kelowna the perfect place to combine work and play this summer!
Apply today to live work and play where others only vacation! It's better here!
Qualifications:
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Eligible for The College of Family Physicians of Canada Cert. (CCFP)
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Eligible for licensure with CPSBC
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Doctorate in Medicine
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Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory
Call Schedule:
Hours of work:
Flexible
On call requirements:
n/a
Compensation:
Estimated Gross Income
Competitive
West Kelowna Urgent and Primary Care Centre:
The West Kelowna Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) focuses on providing urgent and primary care to both attached and unattached patients in the Central Okanagan Primary Care Network (PCN). The UPCC provides urgent care for patients with non-life-threatening injuries, illnesses and conditions that should be addressed within 12 to 24 hours, but do not require the service and expertise of a hospital emergency department (CTAS 3,4,5).
The UPCC offers work-life balance with competitive wages, within a group services contract providing flexible hours and days and the contract group self schedules. Work in a larger-than-life landscape and four season’s playground.