Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Health Match BC; Invermere; On-site; CAD 360,000 - 440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation funding

Recruitment incentive

Retention premium

Retention flat fee

Job summary

Health Match BC seeks a Family Physician to join our Invermere medical community in beautiful British Columbia. The role offers flexible scheduling across clinic and emergency duties, with teaching opportunities for medical students and residents.

Clinic work includes full EMR and billing support; Emergency Department coverage is rotated; inpatient and long-term care duties are shared. A generous remuneration package is provided, with relocation funding options and incentives.

Responsibilities

• Clinic work: Full EMR, collaborative team environment, billing support
• Emergency: Share in ED call coverage (1:9), 1 in 4 weekends
• Inpatient and Long-Term Care: Shared responsibility with flexible scheduling
• Teaching: Opportunity to mentor UBC medical students and residents – a rewarding part of our medical community

Job description

Role and Facility Information

Discover Invermere

Invermere is a beautiful mountain town on the shores of Lake Windermere. It’s a gem in the Columbia Valley, recognized for its gorgeous natural landscapes, world-class outdoor recreation, and access to its neighbours, Radium and Fairmont Hot Springs. The town’s natural surroundings inspire an active lifestyle and a deep connection to the land. The community of Invermere is honoured to live and work on the traditional territory of the Shuswap and Akisqnuk First Nations.

With a thriving tourism economy, vibrant arts community, a full calendar of events and four-season outdoor activities, there is something for everyone in Invermere. Invermere is famous for The Wings Over the Rockies birdwatching festival and the Lake Windermere Whiteway, the longest maintained skating path with unparalleled scenery. Simply stated, Invermere offers an exceptional lifestyle for individuals and families!

Hospital and Community Clinic Details

Invermere & District Hospital is a Level 1 rural hospital with a modern, well-equipped 12-bed Emergency Department and an 8-bed acute care unit. Closely located to two long-term care facilities, it provides a full spectrum of care in a collaborative and supportive setting.

Invermere is home to two well-established, full-service, team-based family practice clinics, Invermere Medical Clinic (6 physicians) and Chisel Peak Medical Clinic (7 physicians) offer longitudinal care supported by allied health professionals including RNs, chronic disease nurse, dietitian, respiratory therapist, pharmacist, midwives, mental wellness clinician and social worker.

Your Practice

We are currently seeking a full or part-time Family Physician to join our medical community. Start date is flexible and we’re happy to work with you to create a schedule that meets your needs and aligns with your professional interests.

• Clinic work: Full EMR, collaborative team environment, billing support
• Emergency: Share in ED call coverage (1:9), 1 in 4 weekends
• Inpatient and Long-Term Care: Shared responsibility with flexible scheduling
• Teaching: Opportunity to mentor UBC medical students and residents – a rewarding part of our medical community

Physicians in Invermere describe the Emergency Department as one of the most supportive in East Kootenay, with excellent local and regional backup. Professionally and financially rewarding, the Emergency work includes MOCAP and REEF rural incentives.

Hours & Compensation

• Clinic: Full and part-time, flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Emergency Department: Approximately one 12-hour shift per week (1:9 rotation)
• Compensation:
• Clinic: several compensation contracts to choose from + 20.02% rural premium
• ER: APP + MOCAP + REEF
• Estimated gross income: $400,000+ per year for full-time
• Overhead: includes billing and accounting services

Compensation

Compensation Type Combination Estimated Remuneration $400,000+ /year for full time is possible

Benefits and Incentives

• Retention Premium 20.02%
• Retention Flat Fee $31,025
• Relocation Funding Available $9K, $12K or $15K depending on whether in BC, Out of Province or International
• Recruitment Incentive $20,000