Gastroenterologist

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 250,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a Gastroenterologist with a focus on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In this role, you will collaborate with GI subspecialties, share on-call duties, and participate in a supportive team environment. This position offers opportunities for teaching and involvement in IBD clinical activities, aiming to serve the rapidly growing community in the Okanagan region.

Qualifications

• Core training in Gastroenterology.
• Special interest in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
• Experience with advanced IBD surgery is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Share an equal share of on-call and endoscopy time.
• Collaborate with GI subspecialties and colorectal surgeons.
• Support services in new IBD clinical activities.

Job description

Position Summary

Incredible opportunities are available for Gastroenterologists with a sub-specialty in addition to core training. Physicians with a special interest in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are encouraged to apply. Our IBD population has heavily expanded with influx to the Okanagan.Kelowna Gastroenterology Associates has a full complement of GI subspecialty services including motility, therapeutics, hepatology, and IBD. We are supported by two colorectal surgeons dedicated to advanced IBD surgery. Our services include two IBD nurses, small bowel ultrasound, a newly established IBD clinic, and IBD clinical trial opportunities with a huge potential. The Kelowna Gastroenterology Associates are a group of 12 Gastroenterologists serving the interior of BC. There is no Internal medicine service or call requirements.

As part of the Gastroenterology team you will share an equal share of on-call and endoscopy time. You will be part of a rapidly growing Department of Medicine helping to serve the fastest growing community in the Interior. There are opportunities for involvement in teaching in the UBC Department of Medicine if desired in addition to other creative professional activities.

Enjoy a busy, stimulating practice in a place where your presence will be welcomed, and you are sure to make an impact. Join our dedicated and collegial team of professionals at KGH and enjoy the rewards of making a difference in your community.

Responsibilities

• Share an equal share of on-call and endoscopy time as part of the Gastroenterology team.
• Be part of a rapidly growing Department of Medicine serving the Interior community.
• Collaborate with GI subspecialties including motility, therapeutics, hepatology, and IBD; work with two colorectal surgeons dedicated to advanced IBD surgery.
• Support services including two IBD nurses, small bowel ultrasound, a newly established IBD clinic, and IBD clinical trial opportunities.
• Potential involvement in teaching in the UBC Department of Medicine if desired, in addition to other professional activities.