At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide acute care coverage and support patients as an Associate Physician.
- Company: Join Alberta Health Services, a top employer for young people and diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Work in Calgary, ranked 5th most livable city globally, with excellent facilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while working in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Must be an international medical graduate with relevant training and exams.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Patient-focused, adaptable, and an excellent problem-solver, you’re ready to make a difference as an Associate Physician. Functioning as a mid-level healthcare provider under the supervision and direction of a physician supervisor, you will provide acute care coverage and use your medical knowledge and skills to help people, support Albertan physicians, and improve the patient experience. These roles offer the opportunity to contribute as an important member of the collaborative care team across a variety of facilities and practice areas across the Calgary Zone.
The City of Calgary, within the Calgary Zone, has been ranked the 5th most livable city in the world. Home to about 1.2 million people, it is still one of the world’s cleanest cities and receives the most sunshine annually of any major Canadian city. Offering world-class healthcare facilities, including Rockyview General Hospital, Foothills Medical Center, Peter Lougheed Center, Alberta Children's Hospital and the South Health Campus, Calgary Zone has excellent educational opportunities from kindergarten through post-secondary, shopping, dining, the arts, and professional sports teams, all just 1.5 hours’ drive from Banff National Park.
AHS is Canada’s first and largest province-wide, fully integrated health system and is a top employer nationally and provincially as well as a top employer for young people and diversity. Work for a supportive employer with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.
Description: In this position you will deliver care to patients at the Rockyview General Hospital, Peter Lougheed Centre, South Health Campus, Foothills Medical Centre and Alberta Children's Hospital within a multidisciplinary team in the Department of Surgery, Orthopedic and General Surgery. We currently have several positions available in Orthopedic and General Surgery across all sites. Please state clearly in your application what site and service you prefer to work.
Required Qualifications:
- Eligibility to work in Canada (e.g., Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with open work permits).
- English Language Proficiency. As a requirement for licensure by the CPSA, applicants must have taken the Academic version of International English Language Testing System (IELTS), achieving a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the components.
- Medical Degree and Transcripts. Applicants must be a graduate of a medical school located outside of Canada and the USA, listed in the Foundation of Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER) - International Medical Directory (IMD).
- Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME). As a requirement for licensure by the CPSA, applicants must have completed at least one full year of hands-on training (outside of Canada and the USA) after having completed their undergraduate medical training.
- Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I (MCCQE1). Applicants must have passed the MCC Qualifying Exam Part 1 prior to application.
- Hold registration for supervised practice with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) under the Limited Practice Registry.
- Demonstrate currency of practice.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preference will be given to applicants who have recent experience in an acute care facility; specifically, those who have had specific experience within the last 3 years in surgery.
- Prior experience working as an Associate Physician in a Canadian healthcare setting is an asset.
Security Screening: A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Associate Physician in Calgary employer: Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services is an exceptional employer that prioritizes patient care and quality improvement, making it a rewarding place for professionals in the healthcare sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, collaborative work culture, and a focus on meaningful impact, this role offers unique opportunities to lead initiatives that enhance patient relations across the province. Located in Alberta, employees benefit from a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
