Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License Full Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) Mandatory Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) Mandatory

Role and Facility Information

Shared Practice - Family Physician Opportunity
Ancron Medical Centre | Nelson, British Columbia

We are seeking a Family Physician to join a collaborative and flexible primary care practice in Nelson, British Columbia. This opportunity offers a blended rural family medicine scope, including longitudinal primary care, shared inpatient responsibilities, and participation in a rotating Doctor‑of‑the‑Day hospital schedule.

Ideal Candidate

• A practice‑share environment with one other physician – both sharing one patient panel
• A team‑based clinic environment
• Flexibility in scheduling (including shared practice options)
• Opportunities for leadership involvement
• Optional focused practice interests such as functional medicine

This role is open and can be structured as part‑time or full‑time (approx. 0.5–0.8 FTE) or expanded depending on physician preference.

Practice Details

• Clinic hours typically 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Lunch break 12:00 – 1:00 pm
• Shared physician coverage model – alternating physician presence in clinic
• Approximate 2–3 clinic days per week, with flexibility to include a virtual care day; opportunity for virtual care from home
• City parkade parking available nearby (~$8/day)

Hospital and Shared Coverage Responsibilities

• Participation in shared inpatient coverage at Kootenay Lake Hospital – approximately 1–5 inpatient days per 12‑week rotation, depending on interest and availability
• Participation in shared Doctor‑of‑the‑Day responsibilities; cross‑coverage provided among physicians to support scheduling flexibility and time away

Practice Environment

• Flexible scheduling structure, including part‑time practice options
• Collaborative shared‑practice panel model
• Supportive physician cross‑coverage for vacation and leave
• Optional opportunity to participate in functional medicine clinic time (up to twice weekly)
• Vacation scheduling arranged collaboratively within the physician group

Team & Support Staff

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Social Worker (SW)
• Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Clinical Manager
• Experienced administrative team

Compensation & Compensation Type

Physicians are supported through the Longitudinal Family Physician (LFP) Payment Model or Fee‑for‑Service (FFS), depending on preference and practice structure.

Estimated annual income range: $250,000 – $400,000 depending on FTE and schedule preferences.

Benefits

• Vacation Leave Open for discussion; may be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 11.34%, Retention Flat Fee $17,574, Relocation Funding Available $9,000–15,000, Recruitment Incentive $15,000
• Other Benefits/Incentives: Physicians practicing in Nelson are typically eligible for RSA incentives, which may include Rural Retention Premium, Retention Flat Fee, Recruitment Incentive, Rural CME: max of $4,840.00 per year after 4 years in practice (professional development/training funding, prorated for years 1, 2 & 3), Hospital coverage stipends, Relocation support may be available.

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold (or be eligible for) certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) or equivalent.
• Be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC).
• Be comfortable participating in a shared inpatient coverage rotation at Kootenay Lake Hospital.

Support is available to assist with CPSBC licensing processes and regional onboarding coordination where needed.