Family Medicine (Community/Primary Care)
Position Code:
MED0002M6 Posting Date:
Feb 27, 2024 Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time Family Medicine practice in the community of Consort. This position requires a rural scope of practice that includes: Community Clinic in Consort, Emergency Room Coverage 1:2 on-call service to Consort Hospital and 1:6 weekend Emergency Room Coverage in Coronation, Admit and support Long Term Care patients to both Consort and Coronation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reside in and have their primary residence within the community of Consort; Establish and maintain a full-time community-based practice within the community; Obtain and maintain an AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services; Provide call assistance as per call schedules, including 1:2 participation in the Consort Emergency Department and 1:6 weekend coverage in the Coronation Emergency Department on call schedule, as required; Abide by the AHS Medical Staff Bylaws, the AHS Medical Staff Rules, and AHS policies; Participate in quality improvement programs and initiatives undertaken within the Department of Family Medicine; Participate in relevant Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs; Contribute to and participate in other administrative responsibilities, as assigned; Work collaboratively with peers and care team colleagues in support of patient care. Minimum Requirements: Have or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (required with application); Recent and relevant experience in all areas of practice required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Desired Qualifications: Certificate of the College of Family Physicians (CCFP); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS); Preference given to those with recent rural experience. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we thank all applicants for their interest; only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to applicants who do not require or have completed the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta Practice Ready Assessment (PRA); as well as applicants that are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada. Alberta Health Services hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified physicians, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons. Additional Information: Position Classification: Full-time FTE: 1 Department: Family Medicine Specialty: Family Medicine - Community / Primary Care Compensation: Fee for Service. On Call Stipend - Physicians are remunerated for being on call. Alberta Medical Association (AMA) Compensation Programs - AMA Membership compensation programs are under review and may be subject to change. Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found.
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MED0002M6 Posting Date:
Feb 27, 2024 Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time Family Medicine practice in the community of Consort. This position requires a rural scope of practice that includes: Community Clinic in Consort, Emergency Room Coverage 1:2 on-call service to Consort Hospital and 1:6 weekend Emergency Room Coverage in Coronation, Admit and support Long Term Care patients to both Consort and Coronation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reside in and have their primary residence within the community of Consort; Establish and maintain a full-time community-based practice within the community; Obtain and maintain an AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services; Provide call assistance as per call schedules, including 1:2 participation in the Consort Emergency Department and 1:6 weekend coverage in the Coronation Emergency Department on call schedule, as required; Abide by the AHS Medical Staff Bylaws, the AHS Medical Staff Rules, and AHS policies; Participate in quality improvement programs and initiatives undertaken within the Department of Family Medicine; Participate in relevant Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs; Contribute to and participate in other administrative responsibilities, as assigned; Work collaboratively with peers and care team colleagues in support of patient care. Minimum Requirements: Have or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (required with application); Recent and relevant experience in all areas of practice required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Desired Qualifications: Certificate of the College of Family Physicians (CCFP); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS); Preference given to those with recent rural experience. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we thank all applicants for their interest; only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to applicants who do not require or have completed the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta Practice Ready Assessment (PRA); as well as applicants that are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada. Alberta Health Services hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified physicians, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons. Additional Information: Position Classification: Full-time FTE: 1 Department: Family Medicine Specialty: Family Medicine - Community / Primary Care Compensation: Fee for Service. On Call Stipend - Physicians are remunerated for being on call. Alberta Medical Association (AMA) Compensation Programs - AMA Membership compensation programs are under review and may be subject to change. Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found.
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