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RGPLP - General Practitioner needed for Saddle Mountain Medical Clinic

Role and Facility Information

Nakusp is looking for locums to assist us to cover physician vacations. We currently have a great team of both Physicians and MOA's and are located right on Arrow Lake in the Kootenay's. Upon request a lovely list of accommodations is available, most are walking distance, from both the Clinic and the Hospital and you will find our Village to be charming and friendly. Call our Clinic Manager today if you have any questions! We use Med Access EMR and provide 30 minutes of training on your first day.

**Must have confidence and experience with Rural Emergency Medicine.

Terms

Eligible for Enhanced Skills Stipend

Coverage Information

Coverage Dates - Flexible

Aug 28 2023 to Sep 22 2023
Regular Scheduled Office Hours
Monday to Friday (1000-1600)
Yes Yes
On-Call Date(s) / Hours
TBA

About the Clinic

Clinic Description

Clinic Composition

4 Physicans, Receptionist, 2 MOA's and a Manager

Local Resources

Lab, x-ray, physio, social worker, mental and public health , EOR, Home care, Mental Health team, X-ray, OT, Physio,. Other imaging investigations done at Trail, Nelson, Vernon, Revelstoke, Kelowna.

Emergency Framework

BC Ambulance Service provides coverage, including Air Ambulance services, heli-pad.

Call Expectations

1:4 days. 24 hours (19:00-19:00). Office appointments are rescheduled as required. Night call is from home.

CME Schedule

Advised if applicable.

Visiting Specialist/Consultant Information

Internist, Pediatrician, Othopedic, OB/Gyn, Chiropractor, Dietician, Respiratory

EMR Information

EMR System

Med Access

What training is provided for the EMR System

First 1/2 hour of assignment is for training by clinic manager.

Level of Support/Care and Policy

Welcoming Procedures

If locum needs orientation arrangements will be made with on-call doctor, locum package at beginning of assignment with free hot spring pass.

Orientation

Conducted by clinic manager.

Social Involvement

No information specified.

Clinic Policy

Included in locum package.

Accommodation and Transportation

The clinic does not provide accommodation.

Accommodation Description

Lovely list of accommodation available upon request

Most Convenient Mode of Transportation

Personal vehicle only. No rental cars, taxis, or public transport.

Closest Amenities

Grocery Store

Save on Foods: Mon-Sun: 8am-7pm.

Community Centre

Gym, arena, outdoor activities, ice rink.

Other Closest Amenities

Nakusp boasts multiple hot springs, a gym, full grocery store, multitude of restaurants, health food store, 2 banks, ski and bike shop, clothing stores, walking paths, parks and a great farmers market.

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