Family Medicine Physician - Hardisty

Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time Family Medicine practice in the community of Hardisty. This position requires a scope of practice that includes: Community Clinic, Emergency Room Coverage, Inpatient & Outpatient Services, Long Term Care.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reside in and have their primary residence within the community of Hardisty;
• 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.

Community Information:

Located in the heart of the beautiful rolling hills of the Battle River Valley, the Town of Hardisty is perfectly situated with multiple campsites, a golf course, the winding Battle River, and two lakes. Hardisty provides a nature-lover's perfect paradise. Our booming oil industry ensures strong and vibrant businesses.

Travel Time:

• To Edmonton: 2 hours 15 minutes
• To Calgary: 3 hours 40 minutes
• To Red Deer: 2 hours 15 minutes
• To Grande Prairie: 6 hours 30 minutes
• To Lethbridge: 4 hours 20 minutes
• To Medicine Hat: 3 hours 25 minutes

Required Qualifications:

• 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, as the sole provider;
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Desired Qualifications:

• Certificate of the College Family Physicians (CCFP)
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Additional Information

• Position Classification: Full-time
• FTE: 1
• Unit and Program: Family Medicine
• Specialty: Family Medicine - Community / Primary Care
• Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services
• Sponsorship Eligible: Yes
• Compensation: This Position is Fee For Service
• On Call Stipend – Physicians are remunerated for being on call.
• Posting Date: Feb 1, 2024
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found