About

We are a rapidly growing clinic in the bustling metropolis of Calgary, Alberta located at 4710 17 Ave SE, Unit A. This event-filled city offers affordable housing with a short drive to pristine wildlife in Kananaskis, Banff and Jasper.

Our clinic is equipped with beautiful, modern facilities and ample free parking with an on-site pharmacy and travel clinic. We have 11 exam rooms, a procedure room, and doctor's offices. We have a supportive clinical team and office manager to aid your workflow and AVA EMR training. We offer generous Alberta billing codes with time modifiers, 25% overhead, flexible hours, and physician support with billing. This is an ideal opportunity for new grads, experienced doctors or IMGs looking for Canadian work opportunities. 

The Team

Forest Lawn Medical Clinic strives to create a positive change to the health of our community by providing top-notch patient care in a friendly, welcoming environment. We offer a collaborative work environment with young, energetic staff and supportive colleagues with a schedule that suits your lifestyle.

Details

Position Title: Family Physician

Job Duties:

• Take medical histories and examine patients
• Order, perform and interpret medical tests to screen and diagnose (or prevent) medical conditions
• Determine suitable treatments (such as lifestyle change, surgery, medication, or more complex treatment or rehabilitation programs)
• Discuss health care and healthy lifestyle choices with patients (including diet and activity)
• Refer patients to specialist physicians (as necessary)
• Take part in health care teams and work with other health care providers (such as other physicians, nurses and pharmacists)
• Teach and train students
• Conduct research and integrate best evidence into practice
• Advocate on behalf of patients
• Help create, organize and introduce changes to improve overall health in the community
• Use technology to keep detailed medical records (such as an Electronic Medical Record)
• Co-ordinate patient care across health care settings and with other health care providers
• Adhere to established professional standards of ethical practice.

Terms of Employment: Permanent

Language(s): English

• Asset Language: Vietnamese

Wage: Salary is an estimated average based on fee-for-service (75:25) billing to Alberta Health minus overhead paid to clinic. Exact amount will vary day-to day and depend on how many patients the physician sees / the service provided. Approximately ~$231,407/year (Range: $96,125-$456,307)

Benefits: Benefits: The practitioner is responsible for purchasing health and insurance benefits. For complete details on the AMA benefits, please see www.albertadoctors.org

Education: 

• Medical Degree
• Certification from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP)
• Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC)
• Licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)
• Canada Medical Protective Association (CMPA) coverage

Skills Requirements:

• Medical consultations - Provide professional medical advice and consultations to patients.
• Diagnostic services - Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests such as x-rays, MRIs and lab tests.
• Treatment planning - Developing and implementing treatment plans based on medical assessments. This may include referral to appropriate specialist services.
• Procedural services - Performing medical procedures or minor surgeries if he/she is comfortable in providing them.
• Follow-up care - Providing ongoing care and monitoring patients’ progress.
• Documentation - Maintaining accurate medical records and documentation.
• Communication - Interacting with other healthcare professionals and communications with patients in a respectful and professional manner.
• Compliance with regulations - Ensuring compliance with relevant healthcare laws and regulations.

Location of work: 4710 17 Ave SE Unit A, Calgary, AB T2A 0V1

Contact Information:

Address: 4710 17 Ave SE Unit A, Calgary, AB T2A 0V1

Phone number: 403-776-2558

Fax number: 403-351-3881

Email Address: info@forestlawnmedical.com