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:
Interior Health is seeking dedicated and skilled Family Practice or Specialist Physicians with additional experience and training in addiction medicine to join the team at East Kootenay Regional Hospital (EKRH) in Cranbrook, British Columbia. This is a meaningful opportunity to serve as a trailblazer in addictions care for a rural and underserved population, with significant leadership potential and strong community impact
The successful candidate will deliver a broad scope of addictions medicine services, including:
• Addiction medicine consultations
• Inductions (e.g., buprenorphine, methadone, SROM)
• Liaison with allied health professionals and community programs
• Education and training for residents, medical students, clinical clerks, and preceptorship learners
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with other specialties and the Emergency Department
• Ongoing consult management and follow-up care
Why this opportunity?
• Pioneer addictions medicine services in a rural, high-need community — with real leadership and program-building potential
• No overnight call — excellent work-life balance
• Competitive compensation with a path to a stable APP contract
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment
• Live and work in a stunning mountain setting — skiing, hiking, and Rocky Mountain landscapes on your doorstep
Leadership development opportunities are available through 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:
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Eligible for licensure with CPSBC
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Eligible for The College of Family Physicians of Canada Cert. (CCFP)
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Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is mandatory
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• ISAM (International Society of Addiction) certification and/or certificate of added competence in addiction medicine from the College of Family Physicians.
• Certification through the Canadian Certification Society of Addiction Medicine (CCSAM) preferred
Call Schedule:
Hours of work:
No Details
On call requirements:
None
Compensation:
Estimated Gross Income
$150,000 to $240,000 on Fee for service, APP Contract is currently in development
RSA Incentives
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.
*Relocation incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at the time of offer.
Rural Incentives include:
Recruitment bonus: $20,000
Fee Premium: 14.00 %
Annual Retention: $21,696.00
Rural CME: max of $5720/year after 4 years in practice
*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 loan forgiveness programs.
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.