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SalaryAlberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a full-time Family Medicine Physician with Obstetrics in the community of Olds.This position requires a scope of practice that includes: CommunityClinic, Emergency Room Coverage, basic Obstetrics, Inpatient & Outpatient Services.
· 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 & Low-Risk Obstetrical call schedules, 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.
Qualifications:
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);
· Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP);
Desired Qualifications:
· Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO);
· Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS);
· Managing Obstetrical Risk Efficiently (moreOB) / Advances in Labour and Risk Management (ALARM)
· Certificate of the College of Family Physicians (CCFP)
· 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.
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 women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons.
