Medical Office Assistant Opportunities The Central Okanagan Division supports MOA recruitment for family practices across Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and Peachland. Local clinics regularly inform us of opportunities within their practices, and we assist by conducting initial screening of applicants before forwarding qualified candidates for consideration. The Central Okanagan Division supports MOA recruitment for family practices across Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and Peachland. Local clinics regularly inform us of opportunities within their practices, and we assist by conducting initial screening of applicants before forwarding qualified candidates for consideration. We believe equity, diversity and inclusion are essential for the clinics we serve to achieve the business goals they strive for. We believe that everyone – no matter their gender, racialized identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, political beliefs, family status, socioeconomic status, citizenship status, or Indigenous status – should have equitable access to jobs and opportunities. We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates that are legally eligible to work in Canada will be contacted. Medical Office Assistant - Multiple Locations Medical Office Assistant - Lake Country, Peachland, West Kelowna and Kelowna, BC View Job

Physician Job Listings Locums Seeking Opportunities Locum Opportunities Physicians Members Seeking Locum Coverage Locum Coverage Support Filter by Locum or Permanent Select Filter by Full time / Part time Select Filter by EMR Select Filter by Contract Options Select Search Jobs Number of jobs found: 43 The Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice provides job postings as a free service to members and partners. We do not endorse, warrant, or assume responsibility for the accuracy, safety, wages, working conditions, or any other aspect of these employment opportunities. All posted positions must comply with the bylaws of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. The Division reserves the right to remove any posting that does not meet this standard. *Family Physician Locum Opportunities (IHA-12800) Kelowna, BC, Canada Permanent and Casual Locum Family Physicians Needed! View Job *Nurse Practitioner Needed (IHA-11306) Kelowna, BC, Canada Nurse Practitioners Needed in the Central Okanagan! View Job Beachside Health (IHA-12356) Peachland, BC, Canada Seeking physician to join Peachland clinic; we offer turnkey clinic facilities and management, relieving you of administrative burdens so that you can focus on what you do best- patient care. View Job Boshoff Medical (IHA-12929) Kelowna, BC, Canada Brand-new, purpose-built medical clinic and integrated pharmacy opening in Kelowna’s downtown core looking for physicians. View Job CGB Medical (IHA-12411) Kelowna, BC, Canada CGB Medical is seeking a family practitioner to join their practice View Job Central Okanagan Maternity Clinic (IHA-11466) Kelowna, BC, Canada COMC is seeking Family Physicians with obstetrical expertise View Job Child and Youth Advocacy Centre Medical Clinic (IHA-12064) Kelowna, BC, Canada CYAC seeking physician to join their dynamic team View Job EB Medical Clinic - North Kelowna (IHA-12589) Kelowna, BC, Canada Looking for Family Physicians who are excellent team players to join our our two-site Family Practice clinics in Kelowna and West Kelowna. Our clinics provide a work environment that is very supportive and offers great work-life balance. View Job EB Medical Clinic - North Kelowna - Dr. Celestine Esume (flexible dates 2026) Kelowna, BC, Canada LOCUM COVERAGE: FLEXIBLE DATES 2026 View Job EB Medical Clinic - West Kelowna (IHA-11772) West Kelowna, BC, Canada Looking for Family Physicians who are excellent team players to join our our two-site Family Practice clinics in Kelowna and West Kelowna. Our clinics provide a work environment that is very supportive and offers great work-life balance. View Job Evolve Allied Health - At Your Cervix (IHA-12262) Kelowna, BC, Canada Evolve Allied Health is currently seeking full-time and part-time family physicians to join our team at three of our clinic locations View Job Evolve Allied Health - Hillside (IHA-11773) Kelowna, BC, Canada Evolve Allied Health is currently looking for full and part-time family physicians to join us at Hillside Medical Clinic. View Job Evolve Allied Health - Springfield (IHA-11774) Kelowna, BC, Canada Evolve Allied Health is currently looking for full and part-time family physicians to join us at our Springfield location. View Job Evolve Allied Health - Turtle Bay (IHA-11775) Lake Country, BC, Canada Evolve Allied Health is currently looking for full and part-time family physicians to join us at three of our Lake Country, BC location. View Job Genius Medical Clinic (IHA-12360) Kelowna, BC, Canada Join Genius Medical – A New Standard of Primary Care in Kelowna View Job Genius Medical Clinic - long-term locum (IHA-12495) Kelowna, BC, Canada Part-Time Long-Term Locum needed - immediate start View Job Guisachan Family Medicine - Dr. Herman Mentz (Dec 5 - 20, 2026) Kelowna, BC, Canada LOCUM COVERAGE: DECEMBER 5 - 20, 2026 View Job Guisachan Family Medicine - Herman Mentz (March 29 - May 1, 2027) Kelowna, BC, Canada LOCUM COVERAGE: MARCH 27 - MAY 1, 2027 View Job Haven Medical Clinic (IHA-12945) Kelowna, BC, Canada View Job Health Garage (IHA-12522) Locum West Kelowna, BC, Canada New West Kelowna clinic seeking locums with the potential of becoming permanent physicians! View Job Health Garage (IHA-12795) West Kelowna, BC, Canada Health Garage is seeking a family physician who is interested in the prevention of chronic disease progression and provides full-scope family practice with comprehensive care during the summer months. View Job Healthy Essentials Clinic (IHA-12853) Lake Country, BC, Canada Healthy Essentials Clinic is seeking part time physicians to join their team in Lake Country, BC. View Job KLO Medical Clinic (IHA-11782) Kelowna, BC, Canada Great opportunity for new physicians looking to build their practice or seasoned physicians looking to switch locations. View Job Kelowna Hills Medical and Skin Centre (IHA-11779) West Kelowna, BC, Canada Kelowna Hills Medical and Skin Centre is seeking a full-time family physician to join their clinic. View Job Kingsfoil Medical Clinic (IHA-11780) Kelowna, BC, Canada Seeking a new associate to take over permanently at the Kingsfoil Medical Clinic; flexible schedule (the usual work week is 3 half days and one full day which means a long week-end every weekend). View Job Kingsfoil Medical Clinic - Howard Davidson (January 1 - December 31, 2027) Kelowna, BC, Canada LOCUM COVERAGE: JANUARY 1 - DECEMBER 31, 2027 View Job Kingsfoil Medical Clinic - Long Term Locum Opportunity (IHA-12496) Kelowna, BC, Canada Dr. Davidson and Thomson are actively seeking a new associate to take over permanently at the Kingsfoil Medical Clinic (KMC). View Job Lakepoint Medical Clinic (IHA-11783) Kelowna, BC, Canada Looking for 1 full time family physician. View Job Lakeview Medical (IHA-11786) West Kelowna, BC, Canada We are looking for a full time family doctor to join our team. View Job Lilium Medical Clinic - Long Term Locum Opportunity (IHA-12500) Kelowna, BC, Canada Lilium Medical Clinic is seeking 1 family physician to provide longitudinal patient care or an in-house locum. View Job MedLiv Medical Clinic & Aesthetics - Abbott Street (IHA-11791) Kelowna, BC, Canada MedLiv Medical Clinic is looking for a full time family physician to join their clinic. View Job MedLiv Medical Clinic & Aesthetics - Ellis Street (IHA-11792) Kelowna, BC, Canada MedLiv Medical Clinic is looking for a full time family physician to join their clinic. View Job MedLiv Medical Clinic & Aesthetics - Route 33 (IHA-11793) Kelowna, BC, Canada MedLiv Medical Clinic is looking for a full time family physician to join their clinic. View Job MedLiv Medical Clinic & Aesthetics Route 33 - Tara Sebulsky (March 15 - 27, 2027) Kelowna, BC, Canada LOCUM COVERAGE: MARCH 15 - 27, 2027 View Job Medicare Clinic (IHA-12831) Kelowna, BC, Canada Medicare is seeking a full-time physician to join their clinic. View Job Nexus Med Clinic Kelowna, BC, Canada Nexus Med Clinic is seeking a physician to join this new practice. View Job Pinnacle Health Centre (IHA-13046) Kelowna, BC, Canada New, modern health centre seeking physicians looking to build or expand their longitudinal practice. View Job Strathcona Medical (IHA-12727) Kelowna, BC, Canada Strathcona Medical is currently recruiting two physicians at 0.5 FTE each, with the option for additional call or extra shifts for those who prefer a higher workload. View Job Strathcona Medical Clinic - Locum Opportunity (IHA-12833) Kelowna, BC, Canada LOCUM NEEDED: AUGUST 14, 2026 - FEBRUARY 13, 2027 View Job Towne Centre Medical Clinic (IHA-12211) West Kelowna, BC, Canada Family Physician Opportunity – Join Our Thriving Medical Team in Beautiful West Kelowna! View Job Towne Centre Medical Clinic - Dr. Natisha Reid (March 1-31, 2027) West Kelowna, BC, Canada LOCUM COVERAGE: MARCH 1-31, 2027 View Job West Kelowna Medical Clinic (IHA-11802) West Kelowna, BC, Canada Seeking full-time physicians to join a family physician clinic with walk-in. View Job Westside Medical Associates (IHA-12544) West Kelowna, BC, Canada Westside Medical Associates seeking family physicians! View Job

About Us Learn more about the Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice. Who We Are The Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice is a physician-led co-operative of family physicians serving Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and Peachland. We provide a unified voice for our members and collaborate with partners, including Interior Health and community organizations, to strengthen local primary care. Formed in 2010, our work focuses on improving patient health, supporting physician practice and well-being, and fostering a sustainable future for family medicine in the Central Okanagan. Our Vision Family medicine thrives, healthy communities flourish. See Our Annual Reports The Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice includes family physicians from Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and Peachland. Formed in 2010, the Division is a co-operative governed by local family practice physicians who identify areas to improve the care of patients with its members and work with partners towards solutions and results. Our Mission Through collaboration with our members and partners, we support family physicians and strengthen primary care in the Central Okanagan. See Our Impact Our Values The Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice is a member-driven organization Works collaboratively with its members, health care partners and community stakeholders to deliver our mission and vision.  Empowers our members to be leaders in their community through the provision of learning opportunities and innovative, adaptable healthcare solutions.  Aims to be inclusive in all approaches to our work, appreciating the strengths and diversity of our membership and the communities we serve Our Impact Since our founding as a non-profit organization in 2010, the Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice has worked collaboratively with family physicians, health care partners, and community stakeholders to strengthen primary care across the region. Through member leadership, innovation, and partnership, we support initiatives that respond to local needs and help build a connected, sustainable primary care system. Our Team Meet our staff and board of directors. Learn More Committees and Working Groups Learn about Division committees and how you can get involved. Learn More Funding and Partners How we are funded and who awe work with. Learn More Annual Reports Learn about our history and what we have done each year. Learn More Contact Us Questions? We want to help. Learn More

Patient Resources Register to get a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner Our Division has partnered with the provincial Health Connect Registry to help patients in the Central Okanagan connect with a family physician or nurse practitioner. Join the centralized waitlist using the link below. You will be contacted when a family doctor or nurse practitioner becomes available for you. Join the Waitlist Frequently asked questions 01 I am a patient. Can the Division give me a doctor today? The Division does not refer individual patients directly to family phyicians. Instead, patients must register for the centralized waitlist on the provincial Health Connect Registry. The Division then works behind the scenes to attach patients to family physicians or nurse practitioners in our community as capacity becomes available. 02 I am a provider. Can the Division help me attach patients? Yes! See Member Services > Patient Attachment & Panel Support. 03 I am a patient who signed up for the "Find a Family Doctor" waitlist in the past. What now? The Central Okanagan Find a Family Doctor program operated from 2018 to 2023. Its waitlist has been merged with the provincial Health Connect Registry. If you previously registered, you do not need to sign up again. If your contact information has changed, please update it on the Health Connect Registry website so you can be contacted when a provider becomes available. Medical Clinics in the Central Okanagan If you already have a primary care provider, you can search our list of family practice clinics in the Central Okanagan to find your provider's website and clinic information. Clinic List Community Health Resources Medimap Find walk-in clinics in the Central Okanagan. Pathways Medical Care Directory Find your healthcare provider's details or search for other local care options. Pathways Central Okanagan - Community Service Directory Find community and wellness services in the Central Okanagan. HealthLink BC Get free non-emergency health advice. Call 8-1-1 for 24/7 helpline. BC 211 Get free help connecting to community and wellness services in BC. Call 2-1-1 for helpline.

Shared Care Projects The Central Okanagan PCN brings together a collaborative team of health professionals to support patients in our community. If your clinic is part of the PCN, you have access to this entire team, allowing you to connect patients to integrated services such as mental health counselling, nutrition support, medication review, physiotherapy, and care coordination. Current Projects Maternity Care Project Led by Drs. Dani Sarbit & Julie Parker This project aims to build a more efficient and sustainable maternity model by improving coordination, collaboration, and system supports. Key deliverables include a centralized community‑wide maternity referral system, priority attachment for unattached pregnant patients, enhanced CME, mentorship, and provider support structures, as well as a coordinated strategy to address the expected increase in birth rates. The project’s overarching goal is to improve access and continuity of care, ensuring more pregnant people in the Central Okanagan are receiving the maternity care they need across their perinatal journey. Pain Pathways Project Led by Drs. Trevor Roy & Arno Kitshoff This initiative aims to transform chronic pain care in the Central Okanagan by integrating a care navigation role supported by a centralized referral system. The project will expand clinical capacity, embed interdisciplinary and culturally safe care, and provide patients with early engagement, self management tools, and improved access to mental health and peer supports. Education for providers and patients will promote pain science and function focused care, and the model is designed to be scalable and sustainable within the Primary Care Network. Past Projects Rapid Access to Consultative Expertise (RACE) - (2010) Explored a pilot to give family physicians phone‑based access to specialists, reducing unnecessary referrals and wait times. RACE began as a pilot prototype and has since grown into a provincial program connecting family physicians and nurse practitioners with specialist colleagues for timely advice. Managed by Providence Health Care and funded through the Shared Care Committee, it has been operating since 2010. The Central Okanagan Division was part of early discussions to bring together local specialists—including obstetrics, radiology, endocrinology, physiatry, and orthopedics—to explore a RACE network in the region. Today, the program handles over 100,000 requests and helps avoid unnecessary referrals and emergency visits while building connections between family physicians and specialists. Radiology Partnership - (2011–2012) Drs Klammer, Butterworth, Stevenson & Nash The Central Okanagan Shared Care Radiology Partnership was initiated to improve the processes that create efficiencies, enhance the patient and physician experience and improve population health outcomes (Triple Aim). Two of the possible solutions to the issue of inefficiency of communications with urgent radiology referrals – primarily related to ultrasounds and CT scans, were selected to be addressed in the pilot: enhancing the phone system navigation between the GP’s and the Radiologists; and, providing more options to GP’s to triage the urgency of the tests. Diagnostic Imaging - (2011–2012) Improved urgent access to ultrasound and CT imaging through a partnership with radiologists and Interior Health. In collaboration with local radiologists and Interior Health, the Division worked to improve access for patients requiring urgent ultrasound and CT imaging. The initiative improved triage processes and waitlist management, resulting in faster, more coordinated care. A family physician shared this experience: “My patient had fallen and hit his head. When his symptoms persisted, I requested a CT head scan within 48 hours. The scan was done in the requested time frame, and the radiologist immediately referred the patient to ER. Surgery was performed the next day for a large bilateral hematoma. My patient’s outcome was good, and the new process supported me the way I needed it to.” This project was one of the Division’s first Shared Care initiatives and demonstrated the value of physician‑led, collaborative efforts to improve system responsiveness. Gastroenterology (GI) Referral Improvement - (2012–2015) Streamlined referrals to gastroenterology through a co‑developed triage form, reducing wait times and improving communication. A collaborative steering committee of family physicians, gastroenterologists, and KGH Ambulatory Care identified incomplete referrals and unknown wait times as key barriers to timely GI care. The group co‑developed a standardized referral form based on best evidence, enabling more accurate triage of patients. A pilot involving 41 family physicians showed that referrals using the new form were more complete and easier to prioritize. The project also introduced a new booking process aligned with provincial wait‑time targets. These changes improved communication between primary care and specialists, reduced delays, and helped patients receive more timely endoscopic procedures. Psychiatry - (2012–2016) Improved access to one‑time psychiatric assessments for patients followed by family doctors. Through a Shared Care initiative, family physicians in the Central Okanagan gained improved access to one‑time psychiatric consultations for their patients. This allowed doctors to obtain specialist input on diagnosis and treatment plans without requiring ongoing specialist follow‑up, reducing wait times and strengthening the ability to manage mental health concerns in primary care. Child & Youth Mental Health - (2013–2017) A multi‑sector effort involving 150+ individuals to improve timely access to mental health services for children and youth. The Child and Youth Mental Health and Substance Use (CYMHSU) Collaborative brought together more than 150 participants, including family physicians, psychiatrists, pediatricians, school counselors, social workers, Indigenous groups, youth, parents, and representatives from Interior Health, the Ministry of Children and Families, and local community organizations. Youth and parents (supported by the FORCE Society) played a leadership role in steering committees, working groups, and local action teams. Their active participation was identified as a key strength of the initiative. The Collaborative worked to increase timely access to mental health services by improving coordination among service providers and embedding lived experience in decision‑making. Teledermatology - (2013–2014) Piloted a digital consultation system, improving access to dermatology expertise for family physicians. Teledermatology is a Shared Care initiative that uses digital technology to improve access to dermatology consultations for family physicians across BC. Through the ConsultDerm system, family doctors can securely submit clinical images and questions, receiving expert advice without requiring patients to travel to a specialist. Key features: All consults are tracked and answered; no consult is lost or delayed. Past consults are easily retrievable for future reference. The system requires no specialized software and is secure and confidential. The Central Okanagan Division was one of two prototype sites (along with Salt Spring Island) that helped pilot and refine the service. Psychiatry & Orthopedics - (2014–2017) Drs Mace, McIntosh, Morgan & Chin Ortho-reconstruction procedures account for 2 of the top 10 reasons for admission to Kelowna General Hospital. With the disproportionate number of seniors in Central Okanagan, it is anticipated that demand on Orthopedic Surgeons and related specialties will increase. This project was developed to proactively respond to the projected rise in demand by integrating orthopedic services with psychiatric support. Residential Care / Polypharmacy - (2014–2015) Drs Sebulsky, Mackle, Williams & Lewke Transitions of patients between community, acute, ED and residential care settings; Unattached patients that require an MRP at point of discharge; Review of the family physician support structure where available including but not limited to use of paging, call groups, house physicians etc.; The coordination of patient care with specific focus on a workable polypharmacy approach. Project work was separated into three distinct areas of focus: Residential Care Support Group; Polypharmacy Initiative; Standardized Transition Documents. Geriatric Psychiatry - (2014–2017) Drs Klammer, Nash, Butterworth & Stevenson This initiative aims to develop tools to better support family physicians and Geriatric Psychiatric specialists in their identification of and work with elderly patients dealing with mental health issues Mamas Matter / Maternity Network - (2018–2020) Drs Morgan, Meathrel & Runkle This Perinatal interdisciplinary project at KGH in Kelowna received initial funding December 2018 to improve culture on the perinatal unit and improve breastfeeding experiences. The team included an obstetrician, family physician, midwife, registered nurse, and pediatrician and is supported by our hospital administration. Pre-set patient and provider surveys were distributed and results collated by shared care staff in Victoria. Results of the surveys were presented to a large multi-disciplinary group October 2019 for interactive group dialogue and feedback. Central Okanagan Antenatal Team‑Based Care Services - (EOI, 2023) Dr. Parker The maternity healthcare system faces critical sustainability challenges in matching health care provider (e.g. family physicians, midwives) availability with patient needs and coordinating the perinatal journey. To address this crisis, we plan to implement comprehensive solutions: conducting provider interviews to understand challenges, mapping care patterns and service gaps, redundancies and opportunities and enhancing system efficiency through revised role definitions and protocols. Key initiatives will include strengthening mentorship programs, improving inter-professional communication channels, and developing robust sustainability strategies with manageable clinic and on-call schedules. We will also establish feedback loops and metrics to track success, while supporting ongoing professional development and collaborative care models to combat provider burnout and ensure long-term sustainability. During the time of the EOI, an Antenatal Clinic located within the KGH campus was opened to provide the necessary prenatal health care for pregnant people unattached to a maternity care provider in the Central Okanagan. The EOI supported this work, and produced a successful proposal for a full project starting in April 2025 with the aim to support maternity care in our region and decrease the unattached rates by 20%. Learn More or Get Involved If you have questions or are interested in participating in a Shared Care project, please reach out! Contact Us Funding and Partners

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Primary Care Networks Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are groups of family physicians who work with other health care professionals like dieticians, social workers, nurses, pharmacists, and mental health workers to get their patients the best care possible. PCN Website PCN For Patients If you are a patient in the Central Okanagan, your family doctor or nurse practitioner may connect you with other PCN team members – such as a dietitian, social worker, or pharmacist – to support your health needs. Our mission is to empower individuals of all ages with essential healthcare information, ensuring seamless collaboration between care providers for a comprehensive primary healthcare experience. Together, your care team works to provide coordinated, whole person care. Explore Resources PCN For Physicians Family doctors who participate in the PCN/PMH initiative benefit from enhanced support, expanded services for vulnerable populations, and the opportunity to shape and influence local PCNs. Patient Medical Homes (PMHs) serve as the foundation for PCNs, offering continuous, comprehensive, and coordinated care, and allowing family doctors to focus on quality patient care and prevent burnout. Learn More About PCN PCN one pagers and other resources Central Okanagan PCNs The Central Okanagan PCN brings together a collaborative team of health professionals to support patients in our community. If your clinic is part of the PCN, you have access to this entire team, allowing you to connect patients to integrated services such as mental health counselling, nutrition support, medication review, physiotherapy, and care coordination. Who’s on the team: • Family Physicians and Nurse Practitioners • Clinic Nurse Coordinators • Registered Nurses • Registered Dietitians • Social Workers • Social Work Assistants • Indigenous Health Coordinators • Certified Exercise Physiologists • Occupational Therapists • Perinatal Social Workers • Physiotherapists • Primary Care Clinical Pharmacists Explore PCNs

Long-Term Care Initiative Improving care for residents and supporting physicians in long-term care homes across the Central Okanagan. About the Long-Term Care Initiative The Family Practice Services Committee (FPSC) Long‑Term Care Initiative supports Divisions of Family Practice to design and implement local solutions that deliver dedicated services from a Most Responsible Physician (MRP) for patients in long‑term care homes. In the Central Okanagan, the Division works in close collaboration with Interior Health and participating long‑term care homes to maximize improvements and efficiencies. The LTCI was launched in July 2015 and is guided by five best practice expectations for physicians: 24/7 Availability Quarterly Proactive Visits Attendance at an Annual Care Conference Completed Documentation Bi annual Meaningful Medication Reviews Reduced Unnecessary or Inappropriate Hospital Transfers Improved Patient and Family Physician Experience Reduced Cost Per Patient Through Higher Quality of Care These five practices support three system‑level outcomes: The initiative provides funding for an after‑hours call group and supports ongoing quality improvement projects. Map of Long-Term Care Homes View long-term care homes in the Central Okanagan. Click on a red pin to see a care home's name, address, and website link. Members Only! The following sections are for members only: "Resources and Getting Involved" and "Map of Long-term Care Homes". You must log in to view them. Log In Questions? Contact Us! If you have further questions about the Long-Term Care Initiative, please email ltc@codivision.ca . Email Us!

Our Impact Since its founding as a nonprofit in 2010, the Central Okanagan Division of Family Practice has worked to strengthen primary care across the region. By fostering collaboration among family physicians, advocating for better policies, and supporting innovative models of care, we’ve helped improve access and quality for our community. Programs Projects 362 Physician Members 61 Family Practice Clinics 14 Specialty Clinics Other Initiatives A GP For Me - (2013–2017) Attached 15,380 patients through six strategies, including the Mobile Assessment Unit which connected over 1,000 seniors. Between 2013 and 2017, the A GP for Me initiative attached 15,380 patients to family physicians in the Central Okanagan. Of these, 11,499 were directly attributed to six targeted strategies implemented through the project. Key achievements: Mobile Assessment Unit: Fifty‑four family physicians attached 1,206 seniors, and patients were connected to community resources while waiting for a permanent family physician. Physician recruitment: 20 new physicians were recruited to the region; 11 of them began attaching patients, helping to prevent or reduce unattachment for 8,900 individuals. Office capacity: The Division partnered with the Practice Support Program to deliver 11 education and engagement events for physicians and MOAs, and a peer‑mentor MOA team was established. Community awareness: A media campaign educated the public on the value of having a family physician and how to prepare for appointments. The project laid the groundwork for a community health website (FETCH) and strengthened relationships among physicians, the Division, and health system partners. The most significant outcome was increased attachment, particularly for older adults, and a deeper understanding of the challenges facing primary care. Nurse in Practice - (2017) Introduced nurses into family practice clinics to strengthen team‑based care and expand patient access. In 2017, the Division partnered with the Ministry of Health and Interior Health to introduce nurses into family practice clinics across the Central Okanagan. Six family doctors’ offices expressed interest in adding licensed practical nurses or registered nurses to their teams. This initiative was part of a broader strategy to improve access to primary care. It helped attach an estimated 3,000 residents to a family physician and supported the recruitment of 11 new family doctors to the region. The model continues to be an important component of team‑based primary care in BC. Seniors Health and Wellness Centre - (2017) A multidisciplinary centre providing comprehensive assessments and care for seniors, operated in partnership with Interior Health. Opened in Kelowna within the Cottonwoods Care Centre, the Seniors Health and Wellness Centre offers multidisciplinary assessments and short‑term therapeutic interventions for seniors experiencing frailty and age‑related medical conditions. The centre brings together family physicians, a geriatrician, nursing, pharmacy, and allied health professionals (including physiotherapy, dietetics, occupational therapy, and social work) to support seniors with complex health needs. Developed through a collaboration between the Division, Interior Health, the Ministry of Health, and community partners, the centre helps seniors age in place, reduces emergency visits, and prevents unnecessary hospital admissions. Cedar Sage Health and Wellness - (2017–2018) The CYMHSU Collaborative, funded by the Shared Care Committee with support from the Ministry of Health and Doctors of BC, involves multiple organizations and ministries all working together to increase the number of children, youth, and their families receiving timely access to mental health services and support in the Interior Health region. More than 150 individuals including family doctors, psychiatrists, pediatricians, social workers, school counselors, substance use counselors, Aboriginal groups, advocates, parents, youth, RCMP officers, health administrators, and others are involved in the Collaborative. The Central Okanagan Children and Youth Mental Health and Substance Use Collaborative includes Family Physicians, Psychiatrists, Paediatricians, Kelowna General Hospital, Canadian Mental Health Association, Social Workers, Ministry of Children and Families, ImpactBC, School District #23, Bridge Youth and Family Services, Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society, FORCE Society, Interior Health, Kelowna Community Resources, Central Okanagan Regional District, Westbank First Nations, The Core Kelowna, youth, parents and family members. Youth and parents – through FORCE – provide leadership to the Collaborative, and participate in all aspects from Steering Committee, Working Groups and Local Action Teams. The leadership and participation of youth and parents has been identified as the biggest gem of the Collaborative. Find a Family Doctor - (2018–2023) Connected over 10,000 patients to a family physician before transitioning to the provincial Health Connect Registry. The Find a Family Doctor program operated from 2018 to 2023, bridging the gap for patients without a family physician in the Central Okanagan. Over five years, it successfully attached more than 10,000 patients to family doctors. Key milestones: August 2018 – March 2021: 10,881 patients attached, with 5,592 attached during the height of the COVID‑19 pandemic. March 2021 – March 2022: Transition to an online HIPAA‑compliant form while retaining mail and fax options for those who needed them. During this transition, 3,772 patients were attached. April 2022 – March 2023: 2,597 additional patients attached, with 27 family physicians accepting new patients. The program faced ongoing challenges related to physician capacity and a growing waitlist, highlighting the need for continued recruitment and retention of family physicians. After its conclusion, the work was integrated into the provincial Health Connect Registry, ensuring a consistent, equitable pathway for unattached patients across BC. Obstetrics Provided support for family doctors who deliver babies, including coverage, collaboration with specialists, and retention of maternity care providers. [Read more] The Division worked to support family physicians providing obstetric care in the Central Okanagan. This included facilitating locum coverage, strengthening relationships with specialist colleagues, and helping to retain family physicians in maternity care. The work contributed to a more sustainable system for both family physicians and patients, and helped ensure that more pregnant people could receive care from a family physician.

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Job Opportunities The Division supports local primary care clinics and physicians by promoting family practice opportunities across the Central Okanagan. Browse current openings below. Physician/Locum NP Jobs Find family physician, locum, and nurse practitioner opportunities in the Central Okanagan. Learn More Medical Office Assistant (MOA) Jobs Explore Medical Office Assistant and Office Manager positions in local family practices. Lake Country, Peachland, West Kelowna and Kelowna, BC Learn More

Contact Us If you have questions about joining our division, or if you have a general inquiry for the Division, please use the form below. Get in Touch - Contact Form DISCLAIMER FOR PATIENTS: We are not a medical facility and cannot provide medical advice, diagnosis, or prescriptive care of any kind. If you need emergency care or attention please visit the nearest hospital in your area. Otherwise, please contact your physician directly. If you don't have a physician, you can go to a walk-in clinic, register to get a family doctor or nurse practitioner , or find other Patient Resources . First name* Last name Email* Message Submit