Diagnostic Radiology

HealthMatch BC; Penticton; On-site; CAD 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a vibrant waterfront city, where a full-time Diagnostic Radiologist is sought to join a dynamic medical imaging team. This role offers a chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility, surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Okanagan Valley. With a focus on patient care, you will provide essential imaging services including CT, MRI, and more. Enjoy the perfect work-life balance in a region known for its wineries, beaches, and outdoor activities. If you are passionate about radiology and eager to make a difference in a welcoming community, this position is for you!

Benefits

Relocation Funding

Home Reporting Options

Flexible Call Shifts

Qualifications

• Must hold a current CPSBC license and FRCPC.
• Certification in Screening Mammography and Breast MRI is desired.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of 8 radiologists in a hospital-based practice.
• Provide CT, MRI, and other imaging services.

Skills

Screening Mammography Certification

Breast MRI Certification

Diagnostic Radiology

CT and MRI Proficiency

Education

Current CPSBC License

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)

Full CMPA Membership

Job description

Status Open

Site Type: Hospital

Type of Position: Permanent

Date Range: Hours of Work --- On Call

Weekday and weekend call shifts are shared evenly amongst group members 1:8

Comments: Certification in Screening Mammography and Breast MRI are considered desired assets.

Qualifications, Education and Skills

Requisites

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

Full Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

Penticton:
Flanked by tree trimmed mountain slopes, dramatic clay cliffs and Okanagan and Skaha Lakes, Penticton is one of the larger cities in the BC interior. Its lush surroundings and ideal climate, with over 2,000 hours of sunshine per year, combine to create a paradise. Indulge in wineries, golf courses and famous sandy beaches in the summer; skiing and snowshoeing when the snow falls. Penticton is an innovative and adventurous waterfront city offering all the amenities of a larger urban centre while preserving its small-town charm and warmth.

Hospital details — Penticton Regional Hospital:
The Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) is a 158-bed Acute Care facility in the Okanagan Health Service Area and is responsible for providing core medical and surgical specialty services to a surrounding population of approximately 90,000 people.

PRH offers 24-hour Emergency and Trauma Services, Acute Services, Ambulatory and Out-patient Clinics, and Diagnostic/Paramedical Services.

As a regional facility and secondary referral centre for the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valley, you will be joining an excellent complement of medical and surgical specialists. Excellent radiology availability with on-site Computed Tomography (CT) and part-time Medical Resonance Imaging (MRI). PRH has a seven-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

PRH also serves as the referral base for the smaller local hospitals in Oliver and Princeton.

In April 2019, PRH opened phase one of the David E. Kampe Tower (DKT), a new, state-of-the-art Patient Care Tower, which includes a brand new ambulatory care centre, surgical services center, Emergency room, Operating Room, 84 medical/surgical inpatient beds in single patient rooms, a new medical device reprocessing unit, and space for the UBC Faculty of Medicine Program. Phase two is underway and involves renovation of extensive sections of the old hospital, including the Children and Maternity Ward.

Practice Details:
Come enjoy the Okanagan lifestyle in the centre of BC’s wine country! The Medical Imaging Department at Penticton Regional Hospital is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Radiologist to join our team consisting of 8 other radiologists in a hospital-based practice. Our department provides CT, MRI, basic image guided Procedures, Ultrasound, Digital Mammography including Stereotactic Biopsy, Bone Mineral Density, and General X-Ray and Fluoroscopy services. We are equipped with 2 full-time CT Scanners, full-time fixed 1.5T MRI and SPECT-CT (currently run by the KGH nuclear medicine dept).

We welcome locum interest for qualified applicants during the recruitment phase. Home reporting options available for outpatient work and evening/weekend on-call reporting.

Emergency CT cases performed after 10pm are covered by an outside call service.

We are excited to add a new graduate or experienced radiologist to our team in Penticton.

Apply today to live, work and play where others only vacation! It's better here!

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Compensation Type: Fee-for-Service
Estimated Remuneration: High volume fee-for-service provides income comparable to regional sites. Further details available on request.

Benefits and Incentives

Relocation Funding Available: $9,000 - $15,000 based on move location (with eligible receipts)

Other Benefits/Incentives: *Incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at time of offer*

Penticton is an innovative and adventurous waterfront city offering all the amenities of a larger urban centre while preserving its small-town charm and warmth. Here you can indulge in wineries, golf courses, and famous sandy beaches in the summer, and skiing and snowshoeing when the snow falls. Come experience this incredible lifestyle for yourself.