Description Peace River is seeking a Podiatrist Visiting Specialist to provide to provide community-based consultations and surgical services. The ideal candidate will travel to Peace River approximately 1-2 times per month, 2-3 days each visit and have an interest in providing surgical services including but not limited to: Bunionectomy Hammertoe repair Toe amputations/partial foot amputations Ingrown toenails Ganglions/Lumps and Bumps Metatarsal fractures/Foot fractures Simple Ankle fractures Achilles repairs/Tendon repairs Ulcer debridement Wound care Ingrown toenails Most foot and ankle dermatology, ie: Biopsies etc. Simple Hindfoot procedures like ankle ligament repairs Wound vac changes Laceration repairs Surgical services may be limited by equipment availability. This position will require the selected candidate to sign a Visiting Specialist contract rendering their services.
Qualifications: Registration with the College of Podiatric Physicians of Alberta (CPPA) (to be included with application) Must be licensed to practice as a Podiatrist Specialist per CPPA Standards Candidate must have hands on experience offering Podiatric services within the past 1-2 years. Experience offering these services as the sole provider is required. 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 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 candidates, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons. Registration with the College of Podiatric Physicians of Alberta (CPPA) to be included with application. All podiatrists who wish to practice in Alberta must hold a valid license with the College of Podiatric Physicians of Alberta. For more information on obtaining this license and the eligibility requirements, please visit College of Podiatric Physicians of Alberta HOME - College of Podiatric Physicians of Alberta
Fee for Service Through the Travelling Physician Support Policy Visiting Specialists are eligible for monetary supports: The travelling financial incentive, at a minimum, requires one way travel greater than 50kms, and pays at $1/kms up to a maximum 500kms one way. Zonal Medical Affairs will calculate payments using a round-trip amount on a monthly basis. For approved travel service requests AHS will remunerate mileage/car rentals/taxis, meals, flights and accommodation in keeping with the AHS Travel Policy.
