Administration

HealthMatch BC; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in Kamloops for a Medical Director at the new Urgent & Primary Care Centre. This role involves leading a collaborative team of physicians while developing essential medical standards and protocols. The ideal candidate will not only guide administrative efforts but also engage in clinical services, ensuring high-quality patient care. Kamloops offers a vibrant community with rich culture and outdoor activities, making it an ideal place to live and work. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving healthcare in the region and make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Current CPSBC License is mandatory.
• Full CMPA membership is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of medical care standards and protocols.
• Provide clinical services under the Group Clinical Service Contract.

Skills

CPSBC License

CMPA Membership

Job description

Status: Open

Site: Kamloops North Shore Urgent & Primary Care Centre

Site Type: Other

Type of Position: Permanent

Date Range: Hours of Work 7.75 hours/week On Call

Qualifications, Education and Skills

Requisites

Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License

Full Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

This position may be based in any location within the Interior Health region. For more information please visit ‘Our Communities’ pages.

Interior Health is recruiting for an exciting new medical leadership opportunity as the Medical Director for the new Kamloops North Shore Urgent & Primary Care Centre slated to open in September 2024.

The Medical Director, Kamloops North Shore Urgent & Primary Care Centre (Urgent/Episodic) is a physician and leader who works to achieve a collaborative working relationship between physicians and administration based on the “One IH” culture and its objectives. While reporting to the Executive Medical Director, Primary and Community Care, the Medical Director will work within a collaborative framework to lead the development of professional standards, protocols, and policies for medical care.

Please note to effectively fulfill the duties of the role, the Medical Director, Kamloops North Shore Urgent & Primary Care Centre is expected to actively provide clinical services under the Kamloops North Shore Urgent & Primary Care Centre Group Clinical Service Contract for a minimum average of 4 hours per week during the Term of this Contract, in addition to the 3.75 hours per week as the Medical Director.

Kamloops is a vibrant city that takes pride in its arts community and First Nations culture, represented in sites throughout the city, theatre events, and music festivals. Come here and play a round at Tobiano golf course, spend the day kayaking, or head up to Sun Peaks for mountain biking, skiing, or snowboarding. With something for everyone, Kamloops is a great place to live, work, and play.