Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time Family Medicine practice in the community of Two Hills. This position requires a scope of practice that includes:
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Once chosen, the successful candidate may choose to operate their business by joining an existing practice or opening their own practice. This is the candidate's independent business decision and will not be managed through the recruitment process.
Community Information:
RhPAP has a new initiative through the RESIDE program for Canadian medical graduates and Two Hills has been identified as an eligible community for this program. You can find more information here: 20220906-FINAL_RESIDE_Infographic (rhpap.ca)
We are located approximately 1.5 hours NE of Edmonton and 1.5 hours East of Lloydminster the two larger centers and approximately half an hour from St. Paul to the north and Vegreville to the south.
There are 7 churches, grocery store, 2 gas stations, Inn, UFA, Vehicle Registry Office, two convenience stores, two Mexican stores (both carrying food items from Mexico, clothing & material), two banks, four restaurants, bar, RCMP detachment, swimming pool, Farmers Market, Library, 9 hole golf course & driving range, skating rink and the Town is currently rebuilding a recreational facility, playground and curling rink with approximate opening in the winter of 2015/16. Two Hills Fish and Game has a fully stocked trout pond.
There are two schools from kindergarten to grade 12, Two Hills School and Two Hills Mennonite School currently catering to approximately 800 students. There is also a playschool available.
Within the County of Two Hills there are three lakes, Jack Fish, Sandy Lake & Lac Sante. All three have day areas as well as overnight camping. Lac Sante has a boat launch for day use. The Lakeland Breakers Outdoor Society operates and maintains a quad/snowmobile trail year round.
Two Hills - Google Maps Location
Travel Time:
· To Edmonton: 1 hour 25 minutes
· To Calgary: 4 hours 10 minutes
· To Red Deer: 2 hours 45 minutes
· To Grande Prairie: 5 hours 40 minutes
· To Lethbridge: 5 hours 10 minutes
· To Medicine Hat: 4 hours 35 minutes
Required Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
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.
Location: | Canada Alberta Central Zone ▾ ▸ 1 additional location Central Zone |
Salary: | Excellent Remuneration and Benefits CAD per year |
Work type: |
Full time
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PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters. Only direct applications will be considered. |