Role and Facility Information
Don't just take Rolling Stone or Outside magazines word for it: come experience Fernie one of the coolest towns in the world.
Enjoy a healthy mix of primary care and FP anesthesia.
Terms
Coverage Information
Coverage Dates - Flexible
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Sep 22 2025 to Oct 19 2025
- Regular Scheduled Office Hours
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2.5 days per week primary care
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Yes
Yes
- On-Call Date(s) / Hours
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flexible with mix of primary care/ fp anesthesia. Option for ER work.
About the Clinic
Clinic Description
Clinic Composition
Efficient and friendly Clinic - choose the hours that suit your family and lifestyle.
Local Resources
Elk Valley hospital is a fully functional rural hospital Lab services, blood bank, x-ray, ultrasound.
Emergency Framework
Full service Emergency Room that provides acute and trauma care along with limited obstetrical care
Call Expectations
Typically it is a 1:4 call but if you want to focus on anesthesia the others in the call group are sure to oblige with slates/call.
CME Schedule
Monthly grand rounds (Fridays)
Visiting Specialist/Consultant Information
Comprehensive orientation package available.
EMR Information
EMR System
Profile with talk of switching soon to something newer.
What training is provided for the EMR System
comprehensive orientation
Level of Support/Care and Policy
Welcoming Procedures
in person orientation/ buddy system available
Orientation
in person
Social Involvement
dynamic social network via whatsapp
Clinic Policy
see orientation guide
Accommodation and Transportation
The clinic does not provide accommodation.
Accommodation Description
To ensure full reimbursement, contact the Locums office to assist with all travel arrangements, based on the government accommodations rate. For more information, email travel@locumsruralbc.ca or call 1-877-357-4757.
Most Convenient Mode of Transportation
The closest airport is Canadian Rockies International Airport in Cranbrook, BC, located an hour away.
By car Fernie is located on Highway #3 (The Crow's Nest Pass Highway)
Closest Amenities
Grocery Store
Multiple options
Community Centre
Pool, sport clubs, fitness centres
Other Closest Amenities
So many Restaurants, outdoor activities, banking, post office, shopping