Family Medicine Physician - Lacombe

Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time Family Medicine practice in the community of Lacombe. 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 Lacombe
• 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:

The community of Lacombe is nestled in Central Alberta, 20 minutes North of the City of Red Deer. The region is filled with historical spaces, culinary delights, and natural beauty. It is a place where the people are honest and welcoming, where families can discover new traditions, experience the outdoors, and explore vibrant communities.

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Travel Time:

• To Edmonton: 1 hour 20 minutes
• To Calgary: 1 hour 50 minutes
• To Red Deer: 30 minutes
• To Grande Prairie: 5 hours 30 minutes
• To Lethbridge: 3 hours 45 minutes
• To Medicine Hat: 4 hours 10 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 (within the past 12 months) in all areas of practice required, as the sole provider
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Desired Qualifications:

• Certificate of the College of Family Physicians (CCFP)
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
• Preference given to those with recent rural experience

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.

Additional Information

• Position Classification: Full-time
• FTE: 1
• Department: 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. Alberta Medical Association (AMA) Compensation Programs – AMA Membership compensation programs are under review and may be subject to change
• Posting Date: Jan 10, 2024
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found