At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a collaborative care team to provide acute care coverage in hospitals.
- Company: Alberta Health Services, a leader in healthcare innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with flexible shifts and potential for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Medical degree, English proficiency, and hands-on training required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Your Opportunity
AHS provides alternative job opportunities for those International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who are not able to obtain independent licensure on their own and/or are unable to obtain a residency position. Associate Physicians are important members of the collaborative care team at Alberta Health Services (AHS); functioning as mid-level providers under the supervision and direction of physician supervisor(s) to provide acute care coverage within our hospitals, making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Associate Physicians are registered for supervised practice with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) under the Limited Practice Registry and provide clinical support under the direction of AHS Medical Staff. In this position you will deliver care to patients at the Foothills Medical Centre, Rockview General Hospital, Peter Lougheed Centre and South Health Campus within a multidisciplinary team in General Internal Medicine.
Description
You will be working alongside physicians, nurses, pharmacists and dieticians. Job duties often include:
- Examination of the patient
- Documenting the history
- Conducting a complete physical examination
- Developing a treatment plan in consultation with the attending/supervising physician
- Writing appropriate orders
- Entering these orders into the patient care electronic or manual system
Appropriate supervision and support will be provided, beginning with formal orientation and assessment. Only those demonstrating the strongest qualifications will be contacted for an interview.
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. Test results must be certified (notarized) by a Notary Public or any other government authorized entity.
- 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, no exceptions.
- Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I (MCCQE1). Applicants must have passed the MCC Qualifying Exam Part 1 prior to application.
- Currency of practice. Applicants must have been in a discipline specific postgraduate training program or discipline specific independent practice within the last 3 years.
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 General Internal Medicine.
- Prior experience working in a Canadian health care setting is an asset.
- Candidates are encouraged to have completed the AHS Associate Physician pre‑screening process.
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.
