Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time Family Medicine practice in the community of Daysland. This position requires a scope of practice that includes: ER shifts (shared in equal proportions to the other medical staff), management of acute care patients, Daysland Orthopaedic and Active Rehabilitation (DOAR) inpatient rehabilitation unit, long term care patients and community clinic. 

 Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reside in and have their primary residence within the community of Daysland;
• Establish and maintain 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 full time participation in the Emergency Department 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

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 Daysland has been identified as an eligible community for this program. You can find more information here: 20220906-FINAL_RESIDE_Infographic (rhpap.ca)

Daysland is a beautiful small town with many enjoyable opportunities for family and friends. Quiet streets are lined with stately trees, and open space areas include a golf course, beautiful parks, and the scenic "Crocus Trail" walking path. Daysland is located in a productive agricultural area. Daysland has lots to offer for such a small Town. We are equipped with almost any kind of business you will need and if we do not have the service you need there are many other surrounding towns or major cities within driving distance. It is close to major centres including Camrose, Red Deer, and Edmonton.

Join us in one of our many cultural programs on a frequent and seasonal occurance. Daysland's cultural life is one of the progressive attractions for current residents. Our facilities, for hosting cultural events include the Palace Theatre, The Senior Centre, Community Hall, Daysland School and the Public Library. We have many groups that are dedicated on a volunteer basis for enriching our community lives with a variety of cultural activity. Some of these include: the community theatre organization, a historical society, the agricultural society, and various religious organizations. Something we're very proud of is the resurrection of the historic Palace Theatre which is now providing weekly and monthly entertainment in cinema, theatre, musicals and visual art. The works of many Alberta and Canadian artists are being invited to perform in this public space where many residents can enjoy them.

The Town of Daysland has lots to offer for children as well. We offer a K-12 school, sports teams including hockey and baseball, a theatre which offers kids movies, as well as two playgrounds which are both kid friendly.

When you come to visit be prepared to relax, enjoy, and have fun!

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 Travel Time:

·        To Edmonton: 1 hour 30 minutes

·        To Calgary:  3 hours 20 minutes

·        To Red Deer: 1 hour 50 minutes

·        To Grande Prairie: 5 hours 50 minutes

·        To Lethbridge: 4 hours 15 minutes

·        To Medicine Hat: 3 hours 45 minutes