Pathologist

Cranbrook

Cranbrook, situated in the stunning Kootenay region of British Columbia, offers a lifestyle rich with cultural and outdoor adventures, backed by a strong sense of community. This unique place isn't merely a location but a setting where dreams flourish, and life brims with possibilities.

The landscape around Cranbrook is a playground for the active soul, with Wasa and Moyie Lakes for water enthusiasts and the St. Mary River providing a scenic route for canoeing, kayaking and fly fishing. The nearby mountains offer trails for hiking, biking, and rock climbing, while winter brings skiing and snowboarding adventures along the Powder Highway.

Cranbrook’s cultural life pulses with energy, from local art galleries and performances to unique brewpubs and cafés. The community is engaging, offering events and activities that welcome newcomers and integrate them into the local fabric.

Families benefit from Cranbrook’s reputable K-12 education system, including public and private schools. Newcomers find a warm welcome through various events and volunteer opportunities, with housing options ranging from affordable single-family homes to condos and townhouses, catering to diverse preferences.

Embrace a lifestyle where breathtaking scenery and plentiful activities integrate seamlessly with a warm, welcoming community. This singular blend makes Cranbrook an unparalleled place to call home.

Practice Details:

The East Kootenay Regional Hospital, located at the foot of the Rockies in Cranbrook, BC, is seeking an anatomical or general pathologist to complete our pathology team.

Our hospital serves a catchment of approximately 85,000 people and supports a Level 4 BCCA oncology clinic, on-site MRI, and specialist services in internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, general surgery, urology, ENT, orthopedics, ophthalmology, pediatrics, and radiology.

Our group performs approximately 10,000 inpatient and outpatient surgical cases and ten to fifteen hospital autopsies per year, as well as non-gynecological cytopathology and frozen sections. There is also an opportunity to perform coroner’s autopsies if interested. We provide medical leadership for all of the Interior Health laboratories in the East Kootenay region. Our technical and support staff are dedicated and highly skilled, and the collaborative relationships with our clinical colleagues create an exceptional work environment.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in surgical pathology and be able to work effectively within an independent practice in a small group environment. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with hospital and laboratory staff are also important.

Combine a diverse practice with a location that supports work-life balance: Apply today to live, work, and play where others only vacation! Email your CV to Physician Recruitment. It’s better here!

Qualifications:
  • Eligible for Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
  • Eligible for licensure with CPSBC
  • Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory
Call Schedule:

Hours of work: Full time
On call requirements: n/a

Compensation:
Estimated Gross Income

Clinical service contract: $423,125 plus MOCAP level 3, and applicable overages


RSA Incentives

Recruitment incentive: $20,000, prorated for physicians working less than full time.
Relocation: $9,000 for moves within BC, $12,000 for moves from elsewhere in Canada, and $15,000 for moves from outside Canada
Fee premium: 14%
Annual retention fee: $21,696
RCME funding: $1,800 for up to 2 years in Cranbrook, $4,800 during your 3rd and 4th year, and $7,800 after 4 years.

Please note that incentives are subject to change and that current rates are confirmed at the time of offer.


East Kootenay Regional Hospital:

Join us at East Kootenay Regional Hospital, an 80-bed regional referral centre serving approximately 82,000 individuals in the beautiful East Kootenay region of BC.

Our 24/7 emergency and trauma services feature a 16-bed unit and a 6-bed ICU. Our high-acuity-response-team provides mobile critical care to stabilize and transfer rural patients.

The hospital includes a level 3 lab with new PCR and MALDI/TOF machines, plus new MRI, SPECT CT, and upcoming CT scanners in the radiology department. Construction is also underway for a new NICU, renovated ER triage, and oncology and renal departments.

With our dedicated team, you’ll find top-notch care across our comprehensive range of services: internal medicine, OB/GYN, general surgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, pathology, psychiatry, pediatrics, anesthesia, radiology, urology, and family practice inpatient care.

Job ID:

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