About the role

Alberta Health Services (AHS) invites applications for a Locum Family Medicine physician to join a well-established team serving patients in Fort Saskatchewan at the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital. As a Hospitalist, you will provide Hospital Medicine for inpatients. You will manage patients requiring admission with care needs appropriate for family medicine, working collaboratively with Associate Physicians/ Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, as well as Allied Health and other Specialists to support safe recovery, medical optimization, and discharge planning.

Opportunity at a Glance

* Practice setting: Hospital
* Position Reports to: Department Hospital Lead, Hospitalist Family Medicine
* Approximate FTE/ rotation model: 1 week in a 6-week rotating schedule (flexible)
* Weekend Coverage: yes
* Patient population: Urban
* Call responsibilities: yes
* Patient Census: 18-22 patients
* Start date: 01 January 2027

Responsibilities Include

* Hospital inpatient care or consultative services

Clinical Supports & Environment May Include

* Associate Physicians / NPs / PAs support
* Pharmacy support / rounding model
* Specialist backup (e.g., IM, surgery, ICU)
* Allied health team: PT/OT/SW, etc.
* Diagnostics: CT, MRI, ICU, etc.
* EMR: Connect Care / Epic

Academic & Teaching Opportunities
 

* Teaching medical students and/or residents while on shift

Qualifications

We are seeking collaborative, adaptable physicians who are comfortable in Hospital Medicine/inpatient environments and who value interdisciplinary teamwork

Required Assets

* Certification in Family Medicine with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC), or equivalent
* Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)
* Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
* Experience in Hospital Medicine

Preferred Assets

* Interest in quality improvement, teaching, or program development

Sponsorship

AHS sponsorship: Not eligible for a CPSA Practice Assessment.

What to include in your application:

* A current curriculum vitae
* A brief letter of interest
* Names and contact information for three professional references
* Medical Degree
* Specialty certification (CCFP)
* CPSA Practice Permit 
* CMPA Confirmation

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.

Compensation

This position offers highly competitive compensation, with flexible models designed to support both full-time and part-time practice.

* Remuneration is: Fee-For-Service in accordance with the Alberta Medical Association Schedule of Medical Benefits as well as eligibility to the Physician On Call Program.