Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician with Anesthesia in the community of Red Deer. This position requires a scope of practice that includes: providing a comprehensive range of Anesthesia services for both scheduled and emergency surgeries including ENT, ophthalmology, plastics, orthopedics, urology, general surgery, dental and obstetrics/gynecology and pediatric patients. Participation in on call roster is required. Coverage of both scheduled and non-scheduled obstetrics will also be required. Pre-operative consultations in pre-admission clinic would be required.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reside in and have as their primary residence within the community of Red Deer;
  
• Obtain and maintain an AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services;
• Provide call assistance as per call schedules, including participation in the Anesthesia 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

Community Information:

Red Deer is a thriving family-friendly city of over 100,000 people that is in close proximity to the Rocky Mountains and many other outdoor attractions. We are ideally situated between Edmonton and Calgary, both less than an hour and a half drive away. Red Deer has all the amenities you need: great school systems, well-equipped hospitals and health centres, and there's always lots to learn at our libraries and museums. With an assortment of recreation facilities, multi-use trails and green spaces along with engaging local culture and art - there's an experience waiting for you.

• Have or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (required with application);
• Have or be eligible for licensure with the College of Family Physicians – Family Practice Anesthesia (CCFP-FPA), or equivalent;
• Recent and relevant experience in all areas of practice required;
  

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 - Anesthesia
• Compensation: This Position is Fee For ServiceOn 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 Date: Mar 28, 2024
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found

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