Fernie

Rooted in the rugged Rocky Mountains, Fernie’s panoramic mountain vistas provide the perfect place to explore. Fernie offers a unique opportunity to enjoy untouched natural beauty with year round adventures. From a world-class ski hill renowned for fluffy winter powder and summer bike trails, to rivers teaming with fish and white water perfect for rafting; outdoor recreation is a lifestyle. Fernie's tree-trimmed avenues, heritage buildings and flower lined patios, lend character and quaintness to the town, creating a storybook downtown core. Fernie’s picturesque scenery, unending avenues for adventure, and annual festivals are only enhanced by the community’s warm hospitality.

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Discover the Charm of Fernie, BC: Your Next Career Move Awaits!

Fernie, BC, is nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and within the ancestral, traditional, and unceded homelands of the Ktunaxa Peoples. Fernie offers natural beauty and vibrant community life. Known for its stunning landscapes, world-class fishing and skiing, and a rich history, Fernie is an ideal home for outdoor enthusiasts and culture lovers alike. Whether you're hitting the slopes in winter, biking the trails in summer, or exploring the charming downtown filled with boutique shops and cozy cafes, Fernie promises a fulfilling lifestyle.

About Sparling East Medical Centre

Located on Fernie's iconic main street, and 7 minutes from Fernie Alpine Resort, Sparling East Medical Centre is a bustling 9-physician clinic dedicated to providing top-notch healthcare services to the community. Our team is supported by a maternity nurse, chronic disease nurse, mental wellness clinician, occupational therapist, social worker and respiratory therapist. Our allied care providers provide on site care and their expertise strengthens the compassionate and culturally safe care of each patient we serve.

We are seeking 2 dedicated and enthusiastic Rural Family Practitioners to join our team at Sparling East Medical Centre. The physicians will also participate in emergency coverage at the Elk Valley Hospital, a busy 20-bed rural hospital that serves as the healthcare hub for Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford, and the surrounding Ktunaxa and South Country areas.

Key Responsibilities:
• Clinic Work: We value both patient care and quality of life for our physicians. Clinic hours are flexible to meet your work life balance.
• Hospital Duties: Participate in the emergency rotation with 6-8 shifts per month. Shifts are divided into 8-hour time slots (0800-1600, 1600-2400, 2400-0800), 7 days a week.
• Duty Doc/Hospitalist Program: Equally share in the program that includes caring for unattached patients during the week and signed-out patients on weekends, approximately 2 weeks every six months.

Why Choose Fernie?
• Stunning Scenery: Enjoy magnificent mountain views and a treasure trove of outdoor activities.
• Community Spirit: Join a close-knit community that values wellness, recreation, and a balanced lifestyle.
• Supportive Medical Community: Work within a group of committed, encouraging and professional team members
• Work-Life Balance: Set your own clinic schedule to balance your professional and personal life.

Ready to Make a Move?
Come live in a place where others only vacation. It's better here!

For more information about the community and the medical opportunities, please visit Fernie Tourism or Divisions BC East Kootenay. Join us at Sparling East Medical Centre and Elk Valley Hospital and be part of a community that embraces the best of life and work in the beautiful Elk Valley!

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: 8 hour shifts, 6-8 times/month
On call requirements: Flexible

Compensation:

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