Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Health Match BC; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 300,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation funding

Job summary

Health Match BC is assisting Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC, to recruit physiatrists for a comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation program. The role covers EMG/trauma focus, neurorehabilitation, and general inpatient rehabilitation alongside a broad spectrum of clinics.

RIH offers a large tertiary referral setting with advanced facilities and ongoing growth projects, including neurodiagnostic labs and interprofessional collaboration with speech-language pathology, physical

Qualifications

• Strong interest in all areas of physical medicine and rehabilitation.
• Eligible to work in Canada (_locum opportunities available during recruitment).
• Experience or interest in EMG-focused PM&R and trauma care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide PM&R services across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Contribute to neurorehabilitation and Stroke Unit activities.
• Participate in teaching, research, and collaborative care with allied health professionals.

Job description

Role and Facility Information

KAMLOOPS

Set amid sandstone canyons, rolling grasslands, and magnificent evergreen woods, Kamloops is a flourishing city of 100,000 with an energetic character set against a stunning natural setting.

With its name stemming from the Secwépemc Tk’emlúps, meaning “where the rivers meet,” Kamloops reflects the land’s geography where the Thompson rivers converge. The Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc people have inhabited this region for millennia, nurturing a deep connection to their ancestral territory. Today, the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation continues their legacy, shaping Kamloops’ cultural landscape.

Known for our welcoming spirit, our city has earned its moniker as the Tournament Capital of Canada, offering big city amenities including excellent eateries, unique shops and exceptional recreation facilities. We take immense pride in our dynamic arts community, and annual events including the Kamloops Film Festival, Wildlights at the BC Wildlife Park, and Music in the Park.

With eight beautiful provincial parks and over 100 lakes nearby, our city offers fantastic opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking and camping. With mountain, parkland and desert fairways dotting the landscape here, we’re fast becoming Canada’s premier golf destination. Come winter, Sun Peaks Resort transforms into a mecca for skiers and snowboarders, just a quick 45-minute drive out of the city.

With 300 sun-filled days and the warmest people you’ll ever meet, Kamloops is the perfect spot to set down roots and live life with passion.

PRACTICE DETAILS

We are seeking physiatrists to join our team at Royal Inland Hospital. As a Level II trauma centre, services are highly developed to address complex polytrauma, brain injury, stroke, and post-intensive care rehabilitation. Broad outpatient services and an ambulatory PM&R clinic are integrated with allied health colleagues in speech-language pathology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and orthotics and prosthetics.

The opportunities include a PM&R focus in EMG and trauma, with a fully accredited neurodiagnostic lab. A second PM&R focus is neurorehabilitation with the Stroke Unit, Stroke Team, and Rehabilitation Ward. A third PM&R focus is general medical inpatient rehabilitation, including geriatric and complex medical cases. We also have outpatient clinics for inpatient aftercare, musculoskeletal consultations, and interventional spasticity management.

University affiliations and a culture of ongoing learning provide excellent opportunities for professional growth. Commuting to larger centres is easy, and online support is highly developed and readily available. Leadership development opportunities are available through Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program.

We have a supportive network of PM&R specialists in British Columbia and Western Canada. Our national association, the Canadian Association of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (CAPM&R), is active, inclusive, and supportive.

The successful candidate must have a strong interest in and the ability to work in all areas of physical medicine and rehabilitation practice. Locum opportunities are available throughout the recruitment process for those who are already eligible to work in Canada, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

ROYAL INLAND HOSPITAL

Royal Inland Hospital (RIH), a 273-bed facility, serves as the primary referral centre for nearly 250,000 individuals within the Thompson Cariboo Shuswap Health Service Area. As the region’s leading tertiary referral hospital and Level 1 Trauma Centre, RIH expertly manages over 250 major trauma cases and accommodates 72,000 Emergency Department visits each year.

The Phil and Jennie Gaglardi Tower, a $417-million expansion opened in the summer of 2022, has propelled RIH into a new healthcare era, featuring advanced mental health units and surgical services. Upcoming enhancements including a new post-anesthetic recovery room by April 2024, a pediatric unit in June 2024, and a revamped emergency entrance by September 2024, with the full emergency department completion by autumn 2026. Further ambitious growth includes a $359-million cancer centre, set to enrich our cancer care services by 2028.

Our exceptional teams dedicate themselves to delivering comprehensive care across a broad spectrum of services, including internal medicine, OB/GYN, general surgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, pathology, psychiatry, pediatrics, anesthesia, radiology, urology, and family practice inpatient care. We leverage our expertise and innovative facilities to provide the highest standard of healthcare to our community.

Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type Fee-for-Service Estimated Remuneration The estimated annual compensation for full-time practice is $300,000–$350,000, based on the fee-for-service model.

Benefits and Incentives

Relocation Funding Available $9,000 for moves within BC, 12,000 for moves within Canada, and 15,000 for those relocating from outside Canada, subject to maximum amounts and eligible receipts.