Ophthalmologist - Medicine Hat Full-time Job
3 months ago Doctor / Physician Medicine Hat 19 viewsJob Details
Alberta Health Services, South Zone is currently seeking a full time Ophthalmologist.
The successful candidate will have three (3) operating blocks per four (4) week cycle.
Key accountabilities of the position include, but will not be limited to:
- Participation in the Department of Surgery, Section of Ophthalmology meeting the 1:4 On Call schedule;
- Providing Inpatient and Outpatient Consultative Services;
- Establishing and maintaining a a full time Ophthalmology practice in the community. 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;
- Primary residence in the community in whch the clinical practice is located or surrounding area;
- Obtaining and maintaining AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges;
- Abiding by the AHS Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and AHS Policies;
- Participating in quality improvement programs and initiatives.
- Be certified or eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
- Must have or be eligible for a full independent medical license from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.
- General Ophthalmology practice with surgical and emergency patients from pediatrics to geriatrics.
- Must provide on call services, outpatient, and hold a private office.
- A sub-specialty fellowship or interest in Oculoplastics, Glaucoma or Neuro-Ophthlamology preferred. Anterior Segment / Pediatrics / Retina - fellowship trained staff constitute current practicing specialist core.
Additional Information
- Position Classification: Full-time
- FTE: 1
- Department: Surgery
- Specialty: Ophthalmology
- Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services
- Sponsorship Eligible: Yes
- Compensation: Remuneration will be based on the Fee-for-Service (FFS) schedule.You may refer to the Alberta Medical Association for more information on further incentives for members.
- Community Info: Medicine Hat is a community of 65,671 + with a drawing population of 110,000 located in the southeast corner of Alberta, and is an excellent year-round destination for all ages. The city of Medicine Hat strives to achieve its vision to be a "Community of Choice"; a place where people choose to live, work, play, and raise a family. Medicine Hat has the lowest combined tax rate in Canada, the lowest utility rates in Alberta, and an enviable climate. Known as the "Oasis of the Prairies", Medicine Hat is Canada's sunniest city.www.medicinehat.cawww.mhc.ab.ca
- Posting Date: May 29, 2023
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.
General Practitioners and Family Physicians are licensed health care professionals and are educated in the general practice, with opportunities to focus their practice in specialized areas.
Specialist physicians are trained and certified to provide patient care within a specific discipline. They also act as consultants to other physicians; perform surgery and supervise surgical procedures; and may conduct research on the nature, cause and development of diseases.
General Practitioners and Family Physicians are licensed health care professionals and are educated in the general practice, with opportunities to focus their practice in specialized areas.
Specialist physicians are trained and certified to provide patient care within a specific discipline. They also act as consultants to other physicians; perform surgery and supervise surgical procedures; and may conduct research on the nature, cause and development of diseases.
