Orthopedic Surgical Hospitalist, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Edmonton

Qualifications

We are seeking collaborative, adaptable physicians who are comfortable in acute inpatient care] environments and value interdisciplinary teamwork. Candidates with an interest in shaping a new and evolving service are particularly well suited.

Required Assets

·     Certification in Family Medicine with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC), or equivalent (ie.  other generalists eligible to participate as General Practitioners under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (Skill code “GP” under the AHCIP).

·     Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)

·     Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association

·     Experience in Surgical inpatient care

Preferred Assets

·     Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

·     Interest in quality improvement, teaching, or program development

Sponsorship

AHS sponsorship: This position is Not eligible This position is Not Eligiible for a CPSA Practice Assessment. Physicians listed as eligible for the Provisional Register without an assessment will be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should confirm eligibility prior to applying

What to include in your application:

• ·     A current curriculum vitae

• ·     CPSA license

·     Basic Life Support (BLS)

·     Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

·     A brief letter of interest

·     Names and contact information for three professional references

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Alberta Health Services is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Our team of skilled healthcare professionals, support staff, and physicians work collaboratively to promote wellness and deliver high-quality care. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents.

Community and/or Site & Corridor Highlights

Discover life in the City of Edmonton—a vibrant, welcoming community where opportunity and connection thrive. Known for its friendly, down-to-earth residents, Edmonton offers a strong sense of belonging, with diverse neighbourhoods and year-round festivals that bring people together. Set along the breathtaking North Saskatchewan River Valley, North America’s largest stretch of urban parkland, the city blends natural beauty with urban convenience. Residents enjoy an active lifestyle with endless trails, green spaces, and outdoor recreation in every season. Edmonton also boasts exceptional amenities, from world-class healthcare facilities and top-ranked educational institutions to a dynamic arts scene, bustling local markets, and destinations like West Edmonton Mall. With a balanced cost of living and a growing economy, Edmonton is a place where you can build a career, raise a family, and truly feel at home. Details about the City of Edmonton can be found at https://www.edmonton.ca/

Discover life in the City of Edmonton—a vibrant, welcoming community where opportunity and connection thrive. Known for its friendly, down-to-earth residents, Edmonton offers a strong sense of belonging, with diverse neighbourhoods and year-round festivals that bring people together. Set along the breathtaking North Saskatchewan River Valley, North America’s largest stretch of urban parkland, the city blends natural beauty with urban convenience. Residents enjoy an active lifestyle with endless trails, green spaces, and outdoor recreation in every season. Edmonton also boasts exceptional amenities, from world-class healthcare facilities and top-ranked educational institutions to a dynamic arts scene, bustling local markets, and destinations like West Edmonton Mall. With a balanced cost of living and a growing economy, Edmonton is a place where you can build a career, raise a family, and truly feel at home. Details about the City of Edmonton can be found at https://www.edmonton.ca/

About the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH)

·     The Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) is a major tertiary care centre known for providing complex, specialized services to patients across northern Alberta and beyond. There are 20 Orthopedic[XX] inpatient beds.

·     Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation website

·     (Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH))

Compensation

Physicians recruited to these positions have the choice of being remunerated either through Fee for Service billing or by participating in the Co-Managed Care Clinical Alternate Relationship Plan (ARP). 

•    The current gross compensation rate for the ARP is $444, 645 per annum for a full-time commitment (1.0 FTE, or 1928 hours per annum).   In addition, After-Hours Time Premium payments apply for clinical services provided during evenings/weekends/holidays ($89.64 / hour) and for night coverage ($183.08 / hour), payable on top of base compensation. 

•    Fee for service billing is an additional available option, including after-hours premiums as above

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