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Specialty Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

Subspecialty General

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IHA-12602

Status Open Site Wells Gray Medical Clinic & Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital Site Type Clinic Type of Position Permanent Date Range Hours of Work Full Time On Call 1:4 weekends & 1:5 weekdays On Call

Qualifications, Education And Skills

Requisites

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Mandatory Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Desired 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

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Practice Details

Build a Full-Scope Practice—and a Full Life—in Clearwater, BC

Experience the excitement and satisfaction of full-scope rural family practice in one of British Columbia’s most welcoming small towns.

Located just 90 minutes north of Kamloops and six hours from Vancouver, Clearwater offers the rare combination of meaningful medical work, true community connection, and unparalleled access to the outdoors.

Why Clearwater? Clearwater is known for its generous community spirit, friendly people, and breathtaking natural surroundings. With world-famous Wells Gray Provincial Park just 30 minutes up the road, waterfalls, mountain views, and outdoor adventures are always close at hand. Hike to countless waterfalls, paddle pristine rivers, or explore rugged backcountry—you could spend a lifetime discovering everything this area has to offer.

This is a place where life moves at a human pace. There’s not a single traffic light, people still leave their doors unlocked, and neighbours take care of one another. Community truly matters here.

An Active, Connected Community

Clearwater has a vibrant and growing population of young professionals and families who are eager to welcome new faces.

• Join a slo-pitch team or play adult hockey
• Enjoy drop-in sports like soccer, volleyball, basketball, pickleball, and floor hockey
• Paddle alongside a lively and supportive kayak community, including the well-loved Clearwater Kayak Fest

Families are drawn to Clearwater for its affordable recreation programs and wide range of youth activities—from art, dance, and skating to soccer and minor hockey. There are also excellent programs for babies and toddlers, creating easy ways for new parents to connect and build friendships.

The Opportunity For Family Physicians

Wells Gray Medical Clinic is seeking three physicians to join its collegial, full-scope practice.

• Centrally located in town and only five minutes from the hospital
• Supported by a dedicated, experienced, and highly connected MOA team
• Strong collaboration between clinic and hospital teams
• Excellent team culture with colleagues who genuinely enjoy working together
• Med-Access EMR / Meditech Dr. Helmcken Memorial

If you’re looking for rewarding clinical work, strong professional support, and a lifestyle rich in nature, recreation, and community connection—Clearwater is worth exploring.

Come for the practice. Stay for the life.

Apply today to live work and play where others only vacation! It's better here! Email CV to ***email_hidden***

Community Details

The majestic mountains of Wells Gray set as a picturesque backdrop for the outgoing, recreation loving community of Clearwater (population: 2,388). Within Wells Gray Park, experience the stunning vistas of, deep canyons, volcanic cones, brooding old-growth forests and raging white-water rivers. There are almost as many recreational options in the winter as in the summer as the stunning mountain peaks transform into a winter wonderland. Clearwater’s ample outdoor actives are complemented by its relaxing lifestyle making it suited for young working families and those looking for a slower pace of life. The community offers a safe and peaceful environment with all the amenities of a sustainable community including education, health care, and recreational opportunities.

Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital

Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital is a 24-hour Level 1 community hospital completed in 2002, with a 24-hour Emergency Room. This facility has six private acute care beds, six stretcher beds in the Emergency Room, and an attached twenty-one bed Long-Term Care Unit. The hospital also provides inpatient and outpatient services for Laboratory, Electrocardiogram (ECG) Service, Radiology and Physiotherapy. Additional services include Home Care, Home Support, Public Health, Environmental Health & Protection Services, Diabetes and Dietitian Teaching, as well as Mental Health services through Yellowhead Community Services.

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Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type Combination Estimated Remuneration $400,000 - $450,000 (includes rural fee premium) Physician Overhead Shared equally between physicians

Benefits and Incentives

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA) including: Retention Premium 20.02% Retention Flat Fee $31,025 Relocation Funding Available $9,000 - $15,000. depending on move location Recruitment Incentive $20,000

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Clearwater

The majestic mountains of Wells Gray are the picturesque backdrop for the outgoing community of Clearwater. Clearwater’s ample outdoor actives are complemented by its relaxing lifestyle, making it a great place to live, work, and play. This community offers a safe and peaceful environment with all the amenities of a sustainable community including education, health care, and recreational opportunities.

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