Description:

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate physician(s) to join our multidisciplinary team in Addiction Medicine. This role is an exciting opportunity for a physician(s) with a specialized interest in addiction recovery, providing care within a detox-oriented, strength-based, and hope-inspired clinical environment.

The successful candidate will provide medical care at the Addiction Recovery Centre (ARC) and collaborate with a diverse team of counselors, nurses, social workers, and administrative professionals. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive health assessments upon patient admission

• Providing primary care support and medical oversight for patients in detox and recovery

• Prescribing and reviewing medication regimens, including Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT)

• Offering clinical counseling and coaching to patients

• Initiating and managing medical protocols based on patient assessments

• Providing referrals for ongoing treatment and aftercare

• Contributing to medical leadership and consultation within the multidisciplinary team

Time Commitment & On-Call Requirements

• Causal appointment at ARC with an emphasis on year-round weekend coverage and summer vacation coverage

• Periodic evening on-call coverage (from home)

• Rotational weekend on-call coverage at ARC

• Potential expectation of cross-coverage at Henwood Treatment Centre (a residential addiction treatment facility) as part of the on-call roster

Qualifications:

• MD degree (CCFP designation preferred)

• Certification or specialization in Addiction Medicine (preferred), or a strong interest/experience in addiction care.

• Experience managing addiction treatment, including Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT), alcohol anti-craving regimes, is an asset.

Salary/Benefits: 

• Fee-for-service remuneration

• Attractive income guarantee

• Hourly on-call rate

Recruiter Contact: 

Interested candidates are invited to submit their curriculum vitae, including details of their clinical experience and three professional references, to:

Dr. Derek Borowka

Medical Lead, Addiction Recovery Centre

 ***@albertahealthservices.ca (🔒 Premium)

Applications will begin being reviewed immediately; however, the competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. This position is not sponsorship eligible. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 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 women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.

All new offers of employment are subject to a Criminal Records Check satisfactory to the employer. This information is collected by the authority of the Protection For Person In Care Act (Section 5.(3)). All applications must include the competition number and a current resume to be received by Human Resources no later than the midnight of the closing date.