RGPLP - General Practitioner needed for South Similkameen Health Centre

Role and Facility Information

Locum coverage is needed between these dates; all days are flexible, hours can be adjusted, and applicants can choose the dates they are available. Days can be added as well, ER coverage is not necassary, but is welcomed.

Terms

Eligible for Enhanced Skills Stipend

Coverage Information

Coverage Dates - Flexible

Aug 10 2026 to Aug 31 2026
Regular Scheduled Office Hours
0900-1600
Yes No
On-Call Date(s) / Hours
Aug 14th 0800-1800 Aug 19th 0800-1800 Aug 24th 0800-1800

About the Clinic

Clinic Description

Clinic Composition

3 Physicians, office staff.

Local Resources

X-ray, Extended Care, Home Nursing, Dietitian, Physio, Mental Health and Addictions, Social Workers, Pharmacy. PCN network

Mammography is located in Penticton.

Emergency Framework

Ambulance including Air Ambulance services.

Call Expectations

Emergency Call is a 10 hr/day plus clinic hours. Other physician(s) on site during office hours Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

CME Schedule

As needed.

EMR Information

EMR System

Med Access (Telus)

What training is provided for the EMR System

As needed. Peer support if requested.

Level of Support/Care and Policy

Welcoming Procedures

Greeted by office staff upon arrival.

Orientation

Oriented by RN. Very casual, email, face to face, or phone, as required.

Social Involvement

As required / organized.

Accommodation and Transportation

The clinic does provide accommodation.

Accommodation Description

Accommodation and car rental, if required, will be the responsibility of the Host physician or Health Authority for all ā€œCā€ and ā€œDā€ communities on the RSA Communities Designation list. LRBC will reimburse for travel to and from the locum community

Most Convenient Mode of Transportation

Fly via Air Canada to Penticton Regional Airport.

Car Rentals National and Budget are located at the airport.

Closest Amenities

Grocery Store

Within walking distance from accommodations.

Community Centre

Local community centre with gym, climbing wall, raquet sports, and bowling.

Other Closest Amenities

Bank with ATM, post office, wineries. Hiking, golfing, skiing, fishing.