Neurologist

American Academy of Neurology; Trail; On-site; CAD 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive: $15,000

Relocation assistance up to $15,000

Annual retention fee of $17,790

Job summary

The American Academy of Neurology is seeking a neurologist for Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) in Trail, Canada. You will combine office-based practice with inpatient and clinic care, leveraging diagnostic tools such as MRI, EEG, and EMG.

With a potential annual income of $300,000–$500,000 based on commitment level, the role offers a supportive environment for teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with the UBC Faculty of Medicine.

Qualifications

• US-trained specialists may be eligible for full specialty licensure in British Columbia.
• Must have completed ACGME-accredited postgraduate training.
• Certification with an American Board of Medical Specialties member board is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and clinic care for patients.
• Shape practice around interests such as movement disorders or general neurology.
• Develop services like a TIA clinic to support regional care.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Comprehensive patient care

Teaching and mentoring

Education

ACGME-accredited postgraduate training

Certification with an American Board of Medical Specialties member board

Tools

MRI

EEG

EMG

Job description

Practice Details

As a neurologist at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) in Trail, you’ll combine office‑based practice with interdisciplinary collaboration to provide comprehensive inpatient and clinic care for patients across the Kootenay Boundary region.

Supported by diagnostic tools, including MRI, EEG, and EMG, and connected to the acute stroke service in Kelowna, you’ll help strengthen coordinated neurology care throughout the region.

You’ll have the flexibility to shape your practice around your interests, whether in movement disorders, seizures, or general neurology, and the opportunity to develop services such as a TIA clinic to support regional care.

You’ll have opportunities to teach and mentor through the UBC Faculty of Medicine and residency programs, integrating clinical teaching into your schedule alongside patient care.

In a supportive environment that values collaboration and ongoing learning, you will provide neurology care at KBRH.

Qualifications

US‑trained specialists may be eligible for full specialty licensure in British Columbia if they completed ACGME‑accredited postgraduate training and hold certification with an American Board of Medical Specialties member board.

Call Schedule

• Hours of work: full time
• On call requirements: none

Compensation

Estimated Gross Income: Annual billings of $300,000–$500,000 can be expected for a full‑time commitment, based on a combination of hospital‑based and community practice.

RSA Incentives

• Recruitment incentive: $15,000, prorated for physicians working less than full time
• Relocation: $9,000 for moves within BC, $12,000 for moves from elsewhere in Canada, and $15,000 for moves from outside Canada
• Fee premium: 11.48%
• Annual retention fee: $17,790
• RCME funding: $600 for up to 2 years in Trail, $3,600 during your 3rd and 4th year, and $6,600 after 4 years

Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital

Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) is the regional healthcare hub for approximately 85,000 residents across the Kootenay Boundary region, providing comprehensive care with precision and compassion. Services include 24‑hour emergency and trauma care, intensive care, acute medicine, renal dialysis, and neonatal intensive care. Supported by dedicated specialists across medicine and surgery, KBRH is also home to the 24‑hour High Acuity Response Team (HART), offering expert care to critically ill and injured patients.