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Neurologist Full-time Job

1 year ago   Doctor / Physician   Medicine Hat   94 views
Job Details

Description:

Alberta Health Services, South Zone is currently recruiting for a full-time Neurologist. The Medicine Hat Regional Hospital (MHRH) is an acute care facility, which also includes sub-acute/restorative care beds serving South East Alberta with a catchment population of ~110,000. MHRH has 246 acute care beds, 30 geriatric beds, 10 ICU beds and 7 NICU bassinets. MHRH is an accredited Level 3 Trauma Centre providing coverage in Pediatrics, Geriatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology, ENT, Urology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Plastic Surgery and Cancer services.

Successful candidates must hold or be eligible for independent practitioner registration with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta and hold certification or be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

-Establish and maintain a full time Neurology practice in the community of Medicine Hat; A full time practice is defined as providing clinical activities at least five (5) day per week, a minimum of forty (40) hours per week; and/or providing commensurate shifts in keeping with other full-time practice FTEs as assigned by the medical leader responsible for the area of clinical service.

-Obtain and maintain AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services;

-Reside in and have as primary residence, in the community of Medicine Hat;

-Provide flexible call support based on the other members of the department as per Alberta Health Services call schedules and expectations for Neurology practices in the Zone or as may otherwise be established or directed by an appropriate Medical Leader for the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital;

-Abide by the AHS Medical Staff Bylaws and the Rules and the AHS policies;

-Provide inpatient and community consultations within the community of Medicine Hat;

-Work collaboratively within the Clinical Department of Medicine, Medicine Hat Regional Hospital;

-Participate in quality improvement programs and initiatives undertaken within the Zone Clinical Department of Medicine at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, including (without limitation) achievement of certain performance indicators as determined by AHS, exercising its discretion reasonably;

Qualifications:

  • Provide Proof of full immunization against COVID-19 as per AHS Policy #1189 IMMUNIZATION OF WORKERS FOR COVID-19.
  • The individual must have or be eligible for certification in Neurology with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).
  • A subspecialty of special interest in Stroke, MS or Movement Disorders is desirable.
  • Must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.
  • Must be willing to participate in the on call rotation for the Department of Neurology.
  • Must be willing to provide Inpatient and Outpatient Consultative Services.
Additional Information
  • Position Classification: Full-time
  • FTE: 1
  • Department: Medicine
  • Specialty: Neurology
  • Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services
  • Compensation: Fee for Service.On Call Stipend: Specialist on Call: YesAlberta Medical Association (AMA) Incentives:Several benefits are available to physicians through the AMA. To receive these benefits, physicians must be members of the AMA or pay a non-member administration fee.
  • Community Info:

    The City of Medicine Hat has a population of 61,000 residents located in the southeast corner of Alberta, and is an excellent destination for all ages at any time of the year. The city strives to achieve its vision to be a "Community of Choice"; a place where people choose to live, work and play. Medicine Hat experiences the lowest combined tax rate in Canada, the lowest utility rates in Alberta and an enviable climate. Medicine Hat is known as Canada's sunniest city. The winters are warmer as Chinook winds provide welcome thaws keeping humidity low and moderating winter temperatures. Medicine Hat has excellent recreation facilities for both indoor and outdoor activities.
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    www.mhc.ab.ca

    Thank you for your interest in a position at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital in Medicine Hat, Alberta; only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are asked to please apply directly through this posting with a letter of intent and curriculum vitae outlining their qualifications, education and experience. Any applications recieved by email alone will be redirected for submission through this site. A CV and a CPSA Eligibility Letter are the minimum requirements to formally accept an application on your behalf.

  • Posting Date: Jul 12, 2022
Company Description
Albertas health care system is one of the best in the world and physicians in Alberta experience a variety of challenging and rewarding opportunities while also enjoying a high standard of living. Whether you are interested in practicing in a large hospital in an urban centre or a small community clinic in a rural area, Alberta offers plenty of choices to suit your skills and interests.
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