Role and Facility Information
Encompass Pregnancy Care is a collaborative, team-based perinatal clinic serving the East Kootenay region. Encompass brings together family physicians, midwives, nurses, and allied health professionals to provide comprehensive, inclusive, culturally safe care from conception through postpartum and newborn support up to eight weeks after birth.
Located in the vibrant community of Cranbrook, BC, Encompass is on the traditional, unceded territory of the Ktunaxa Nation. We are surrounded by the stunning mountains, rivers, and forests of the East Kootenay. There are countless ways to enjoy the natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle that make this region special to its community members and visitors
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate Family Physicians to join our multidisciplinary team. These roles offer flexible, full-time or part-time shifts, with opportunities to work alongside experienced physicians, midwives, and maternity nurses.
Responsibilities
Provide prenatal and postnatal care
Attend deliveries at East Kootenay Regional Hospital
Support family planning, pre-conception counselling, and lactation support
Collaborate with midwives, maternity nurses, mental health clinicians, and allied health staff in a team-based care model
What We Offer
Competitive compensation via pooled billing and an established locum payment model
Comprehensive support - orientation and onboarding, buddy pairing, and a dedicated WhatsApp group for seamless communication
Collegial environment of eight local maternity physicians delivering high quality, inclusive care. Supportive access to allied health services (e.g. mental health, physio, social work) via the East Kootenay Primary Care Network
Candidate Qualifications
Experience or interest in maternity care (prenatal through postpartum)
Comfortable with hospital-based deliveries
Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting
Flexibility and responsiveness within a rural, community-based clinic
How To Apply
We welcome enthusiastic physicians to enrich our team, deliver compassionate care, and experience the great lifestyle of the East Kootenay region. Join us at Encompass Pregnancy Care For questions or further information, please see our website at or feel free to reach out directly to Karrie Kelleher, Recruitment Coordinator at the East Kootenay Division of Family Practice, at
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Terms
Compensation
Compensation Type Clinical Service Contract Estimated Remuneration Physician Overhead N/A Billing Split N/A
Benefits and Incentives
May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 14.00% Retention Flat Fee $21,696 Relocation Funding Available $9,000-15,000 Recruitment Incentive $6,000
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