Role and Facility Information
We are a collegial and supportive 5 physician team taking a team based approach to health care
This is a unique opportunity to work in clinic, long term care as well as urgent and emergency room care. We have a daytime Emerg Shifts.
Dates are flexible.
Dr. Webb is looking for a locum for paternity leave. Aside from the call shifts, you can work as little as 2 days a week or as many as you like. Due to the nature of the clinic’s urgent care model, this is an excellent opportunity to tailor your schedule to your needs.
We are happy to help with finding local accommodation.
Terms
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Eligible for Enhanced Skills Stipend
Coverage Information
Coverage Dates - Flexible
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Dec 01 2021 to Feb 28 2022
- Regular Scheduled Office Hours
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Flexible clinic schedule
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Yes
No
- On-Call Date(s) / Hours
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TBD - daytime call only
About the Clinic
Clinic Description
Clinic Composition
5 Physicians, office staff. A fantastic Locum opportunity at the South Similkameen Health Centre awaits you. Nestled in the beautiful town of Keremeos, the South Similkameen Health Centre - part of an excellent Primary Care Network Initiative.
Local Resources
Lab, X-ray, Extended Care, Home Nursing, Dietetian, Physio, Mental Health and Addictions, Social Workers, Pharmacy.
Mammography located in Penticton.
Emergency Framework
Ambulance including Air Ambulance services.
Call Expectations
Daytime Emergency Call plus clinic hours (Mon-Fri from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm). Other physician(s) on site during office hours Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
CME Schedule
As needed.
EMR Information
EMR System
Med Access (Telus)
What training is provided for the EMR System
As needed. Peer support if requested.
Level of Support/Care and Policy
Welcoming Procedures
Greeted by office staff upon arrival.
Orientation
Oriented by RN. Very casual, email, face to face, or phone, as required.
Social Involvement
As required / organized.
Accommodation and Transportation
The clinic does provide accommodation.
Accommodation Description
Accommodation and car rental, if required, will be the responsibility of the Host physician or Health Authority for all “C” and “D” communities on the RSA Communities Designation list. LRBC will reimburse for travel to and from the locum community
Most Convenient Mode of Transportation
Fly via Air Canada to Penticton Regional Airport.
Car Rentals National and Budget are located at the airport.
Closest Amenities
Grocery Store
Within walking distance from accommodations.
Community Centre
Local community centre with gym, climbing wall, raquet sports, and bowling.
Other Closest Amenities
Bank with ATM, post office, wineries. Hiking, golfing, skiing, fishing.