Recovery Alberta, Central Zone, and the Department of Addiction & Mental Health, invites applications for the position of an Adult Community Psychiatrist to establish a full-time practice in the community of Red Deer and rural clinics in Central Zone. This position requires a scope of practice that includes: supporting community/rural clinics in Red Deer and Central Zone, Addiction and Mental Health via in-person, outpatient clinics, Telehealth and other virtual care means. 

Successful candidates are encouraged to apply for academic appointment with the University of Alberta Psychiatry department to assist in teaching residents and/or student who may come to the area.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reside in and have their primary residence within the community of Red Deer;
• Obtain and maintain an Recovery Alberta Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services;
• Abide by the Recovery Alberta Medical Staff Bylaws, the Recovery Alberta Medical Staff Rules and Recovery Alberta policies;
• Establish and maintain full time community based practice within the community;
• Participate in quality improvement programs and initiatives undertaken within the Zone Clinical Department of Addiction & Mental Health;
• Participate in relevant Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs;
• Contribute to and participate in other administrative responsibilities, as assigned;
• Work collaboratively with peers and care team colleagues in support of patient care

Once chosen, the successful candidate may choose to operate their business by joining an existing independent outpatient practice or form an independent outpatient office of their own. This is the candidate's independent business decision and will not be managed through the recruitment process.

Community Information:

Red Deer is a thriving family-friendly city of over 100,000 people that is in close proximity to the Rocky Mountains and many other outdoor attractions. We are ideally situated between Edmonton and Calgary, both less than an hour and a half drive away. Red Deer has all the amenities you need: great school systems, well-equipped hospitals and health centres, and there's always lots to learn at our libraries and museums. With an assortment of recreation facilities, multi-use trails and green spaces along with engaging local culture and art - there's an experience waiting for you.

Recovery Alberta
About Red Deer - The City of Red Deer

Travel Time:
•    To Edmonton: 1 hour 40 minutes
•    To Calgary: 1 hour 30 minutes
•    To Grande Prairie: 5 hours 50 minutes
•    To Lethbridge: 3 hours 25 minutes
•    To Medicine Hat: 3 hours 55 minutes

Required Qualifications:

• Have or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (required with application);
• Have or be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification (RCPSC);
• Have specialist certification or equivalent in Psychiatry, or currently be enrolled in a Psychiatry Residency Program;
• Recent and relevant experience in all areas of practice required;

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we thank all applicants for their interest; only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to applicants who do not require or have completed the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta Practice Ready Assessment (PRA); as well as applicants that are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada.

Recovery Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified physicians, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons.