Low-Risk Obstetrics Physician Locum – Maternal Newborn Care – Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, Alberta
Description: This locum position is in Calgary at the Foothills Medical Centre (FMC) with an FTE range of up to 1.0. Alberta Health Services (AHS) is inviting applications from family physicians with a background in family medicine obstetrics to join the Department of Family Medicine in Calgary. The successful physician will be expected to provide on-call coverage with the Low Risk Maternity Call Group at FMC as well as clinic coverage with the Low Risk Maternity Clinic. They must be able to integrate seamlessly into a multidisciplinary team environment including licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses (RNs), and medical office assistants (MOAs). The Foothills Medical Centre is affiliated with the University of Calgary and is an important training facility for residents and students. As such, the successful candidate will also be required to apply for a Clinical Academic Appointment in the Department of Family Medicine, University of Calgary to play a critical role in supporting this valuable program. We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, across the Calgary Zone. We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Qualifications: The successful applicant will: - be certified in Family Medicine with the Canadian College of Family Physicians - hold active licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta - have current medical liability insurance coverage - demonstrate strong, clear communication skills including written, auditory, and verbal - Have 1 year of obstetrical experience in Calgary - Provide evidence of Mandatory Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification Preferred Qualifications: - Have experience working at the Foothills Medical Centre and Riley Park Maternity Clinic. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. The candidate must be eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta. Must read, write, and speak English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
The Practitioner is responsible for purchasing health and insurance benefits. For complete details on the AMA benefits, please see www.albertadoctors.org.
