Alberta Health Services - Edmonton Rural Corridor, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time practice in the community of Barrhead. This position will provide services in Community Clinic, Emergency Room Coverage, Inpatient & Outpatient Services, and Long-Term 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. Duties include but not limited to: - Reside in and have as his/her primary residence within the community of Barrhead. - 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 equal 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 duties, as assigned. - Work collaboratively with peers and care team colleagues in support of patient care.
Required - Current Alberta Practice Permit or valid CPSA Letter of Eligibility to practice in the advertised position (proof of to be included with application). - Rural Emergency Room Experience, offering services as the sole provider. - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or willingness to obtain before starting the position. - Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) or willingness to obtain before starting the position. Desired - Recent hands-on experience (within the past 2 years) in all areas of practice noted within the Description, as the sole provider. - College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP) or willingness to obtain shortly after hire and/or within the contract term. 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 candidates, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons. Community Profile Welcome to Barrhead – a beautiful Town serviced with urban amenities yet embracing a rural lifestyle. Barrhead is a town in central Alberta, Canada, within the County of Barrhead No. 11. It is located along the Paddle River and at the intersection of Highway 33 (Grizzly Trail) and Highway 18, approximately 120km (75 miles) northwest of the City of Edmonton. Travel Time: To Edmonton: 1.5 hrs To Calgary: 4.0 hrs Residents of Barrhead enjoy the best of both worlds. With multiple wilderness trails, breathtaking river views, and an affordable lifestyle without sacrificing the urban services you depend on. There is an impressive array of health services through Aspen Regional Health Authority, all staffed by an exceptional group of dedicated health professionals which are responsible for delivering acute care, long-term care and community care. The local hospital provides everything from general services to high-tech specialist services, including general surgery, physiotherapy, rehab, obstetrics, emergency care, diagnostics, ultrasound and much more. In addition to the hospital, seniors can access a wide range of services and support programs, including senior lodges like Hillcrest Lodge, the Keir Care Centre, Shepherd’s Care Centre and Continuing Care Centre. Barrhead Hospital (Barrhead Healthcare Centre) Inpatient Beds: 34 Continuing Care Beds: 100 Hospital Statistics per year (2024/25) Discharges: 601 Emergency Room Visits: 19,345 Deliveries: 68 (10.3% C-Sections) OR Procedures: 1,619 Endoscopies: 540 There are two medical clinics in the co
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. *For complete details on AMA Membership Compensation & Benefits, please visit https://www.albertadoctors.org/services/physicians/compensation-billing.
