Surgical Assistant - Westlock Full-time Job
3 weeks ago Doctor / Physician North Zone 7 viewsJob Details
Westlock Healthcare Centre is seeking a Surgical Assistant with past experience in surgical assisting in a large regional hospital Operating Room setting is desirable.
Surgical assist is required in a variety of surgical specialties including general surgery, urology, obstetrics & gynecology, otolaryngology and orthopedics, with experience in laparoscopic procedures.
Participation in an afterhours call schedule is a condition of ongoing employment.
Applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, limited Surgical Assistant.
Additional Information
- Position Classification: Short-term Locum
- FTE: 1
- Department: Hospital Health
- Specialty: Surgical Assistant
- Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services
- Sponsorship Eligible: Yes
- Compensation: Fee for service
- Posting Date: Aug 11, 2023
- Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
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.
