Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, and the Department of Urology invites applications for a part-time Urologist in the community of Vermilion. Being the only Urology program in Central Zone Northeast, it is a very busy referral site for a large catchment area.  The incumbent will be one of two visiting Urologists.   

This very active Urology program was established in 1992 and includes a cystoscopy suite, consult space, existing equipment and ample operating room time. The program is managed by an experienced Surgical Services Manager and administrative support. All Nursing and MDR staff are certified, and all FTE positions are filled. 2019 - Urology surgery 108 Cystoscopy 1012. 2020 - Urology surgery 98 Cystoscopy 925. 2021 - Urology surgery 98 Cystoscopy 1022.  Referrals and consultations average 2200 per year.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Obtain and maintain an AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services;
• 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 Zone Clinical Department of Sub-Specialty Surgeries;
• 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 independent outpatient practice or form an independent outpatient office of their own. This is the candidate's independent business decision and will not be managed through the recruitment process.

Community Information:

Situated on the edge of the picturesque Vermilion River Valley at the crossroads of the twinned Yellowhead Highway (#16) and Highway (#41) the Town of Vermilion boasts a thriving economy with vast opportunities.

A strong and growing retail and business sector coupled with a host of tourism activities; the Town of Vermilion is full of 'New Ideas for Living' with a commitment to community-based living. Vermilion's residents benefit from a superior quality of life, and we are very proud to share it. We benefit from short commute times to work, the Vermilion Provincial Park in our back yard, and recreational facilities that cater to a wide range of lifestyles with a remarkable selection of opportunities for residents and visitors. Our community Services Department enhances the quality of life of Vermilion residents by facilitating community partnerships to provide opportunities that contribute to an economically strong, socially connected, culturally vibrant, and a sustainable community. Looking to relocate? Join us in Vermilion.

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Travel Time:

·         To Edmonton: 1 hour 55 minutes

·         To Calgary: 4 hours 30 minutes

·         To Red Deer: 3 hours 10 minutes

·         To Grande Prairie:  6 hours 10 minutes

·         To Lethbridge: 5 hours 20 minutes

·         To Medicine Hat: 4 hours 10 minutes