Alberta Health Services - North Zone, is actively recruiting a Family Medicine Physician to establish a full-time practice in the community of Hinton. This position will provide services in Community Clinic, Emergency Room Coverage, Inpatient & Outpatient Services, and Long-Term Care.

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

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reside in and have as his/her primary residence within the community of Hinton
• Establish and maintain full time community-based practice within the community
• Obtain and maintain an AHS Medical Staff Appointment and appropriate privileges to provide the Services
• Provide call assistance as per call schedules, including equal participation in the Emergency Department 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 duties, as assigned
• Work collaboratively with peers and care team colleagues in support of patient care

Community Information:

Hinton is located in Yellowhead County, 28 kilometers (17 miles) northeast of the entrance to Jasper National Park and about 285 kilometers (177 miles) west of Alberta’s capital city, Edmonton, at the intersection of Yellowhead and Bighorn Highway, in the Athabasca River Valley.

Travel Time: 

• To Jasper: 1 hr
• To Edmonton: 3 hrs
• To Calgary: 5 hrs
• To Grande Prairie: 3.5 hrs

Hinton is a regional hub of recreation, healthcare, and retail in the West Yellowhead region, also serving neighboring Grande Cache, Jasper, and Edson. The town has developed into two separate areas, about 5km apart, known to residents as the Hill and the Valley – separated by Highway 16. There are shopping and service nodes in both areas, as well as at Parks West mall on the west end of town.

Many people have come to our community for the job opportunities but have stayed for the lifestyle; a lifestyle resulting from the mountain community charm and the multitude of outdoor pursuits available in the area. Whether you are a mountain biker, hunter, skier, swimmer, runner or recreational vehicle user, there is something for you in and around Hinton.

Hinton has learning opportunities for all residents. Program offerings range from preschool age to senior adult learning courses. Hinton is serviced by both the public and Catholic school boards. 

There is an impressive array of health services, located within the community and local hospital, all staffed and delivered by an exceptional group of dedicated health professionals. The hospital provides services including, obstetrics, occupational therapy, emergency care, general surgery, and much more. In addition to the hospital, seniors can access a wide range of services and support programs, at the Mountain View Centre and Hinton’s Continuing Care Centre. 

Hinton Healthcare Centre 2023-24 stats:

Inpatient Beds: 23

Continuing Care Beds: 84

Discharges: 1,038

Emergency Room Visits: 10,569

Deliveries: 159 (42.8% C-Sections)

OR Procedures: 801

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Required Qualifications:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Desired Qualifications:

• College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP).
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS).

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 applicants, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Indigenous persons.