Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician with Anesthesia to practice in our active Operating Room in the community of Vermilion. Currently there is only one facility anesthetist.  Responsibilities include: Ambulatory surgery lists, endoscopy, PAC, and participation on the Emergency Department roster desirable. 

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reside in and have as their primary residence within the community of Vermilion;
• Obtain and maintain an AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services;
• Provide call assistance as per call schedules, including full time participation in the Anesthesia/Emergency Department on call schedule, as required; 
• Abide by the AHS Medical Staff Bylaws, the AHS Medical Staff Rules and AHS policies;
• Participate in quality improvement programs and initiatives undertaken within the Department of Family Medicine;
• 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

 Community Information:

Situated on the edge of the picturesque Vermilion River Valley at the crossroads of the twinned Yellowhead Highway (#16) and Highway (#41) the Town of Vermilion boasts a thriving economy with vast opportunities

A strong and growing retail and business sector coupled with a host of tourism activities, the Town of Vermilion is full of 'New Ideas for Living' with a commitment to community-based living. Vermilion's residents benefit from a superior quality of life and we are very proud to share it. We benefit from short commute times to work, the Vermilion Provincial Park in our back yard, and recreational facilities that cater to a wide range of lifestyles with a remarkable selection of opportunities for residents and visitors. Our community Services Department enhances the quality of life of Vermilion residents by facilitating community partnerships to provide opportunities that contribute to an economically strong, socially connected, culturally vibrant, and a sustainable community. Looking to relocate? Join us in Vermilion.

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Travel Time:

•    To Edmonton: 1 hour 55 minutes
•    To Calgary: 4 hours 30 minutes
•    To Red Deer: 3 hours 10 minutes
•    To Grande Prairie:  6 hours 10 minutes
•    To Lethbridge: 5 hours 20 minutes
•    To Medicine Hat: 4 hours 10 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 licensure with the College of Family Physicians – Family Practice Anesthesia (CCFP-FPA), or equivalent;
• Recent and relevant experience in all areas of practice required;
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Desired Qualifications:

• Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS);
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS);
• Preference given to those with recent rural experience;

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.

Alberta Health Services 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.