Alberta Health Services – North Zone and the Bonnyville Healthcare Centre are currently looking for a Pediatrician Specialist to join their current team of Family Medicine physicians and establish a full-time practice in the community of Bonnyville. This position will provide services in Children's Health.

The successful candidate is required to offer services within the Bonnyville Healthcare Centre and out of a community-based Specialty practice, within the community of Bonnyville. The successful candidate is also expected to offer in-person Specialty Pediatric services, within the neighboring community of Cold Lake in the coming future, on a rotating basis and as needed.

The 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. 

Duties include but not limited to:

• Reside in and have as his/her primary residence within the community of Bonnyville.

• 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.

• Participation in the Pediatric 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 Zone Clinical Department of Children's Health.

• 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

The Town of Bonnyville is located in northeastern Alberta, approximately 240 kilometers from Edmonton. Bonnyville is a great place to work, play and raise a family. It provides the perfect mix of community services through health, educational, recreation and cultural facilities. 

The economy is growing and expanding faster than the provincial average creating employment opportunities in construction, oil and gas, as well as retail sales. As a major service area, the Town serves more than 10,000 people. Bonnyville is the hub for the oil and gas industry with over 60 national and international companies setting up head offices within the Town. Surrounded by lakes and majestic boreal forest, Bonnyville offers visitors and locals a treasure trove of natural wonders. Bird watching enthusiasts flock to Bonnyville’s Jessie Lake every spring to spot the nearly 200 bird species that use the lake as a stopping ground on their migration route.

Bonnyville offers ample opportunities for recreation and leisure activities. The Bonnyville and District Centennial Centre houses an aquatic centre, fitness facilities, and an indoor track. The town also boasts numerous parks, playgrounds, and sports fields, encouraging an active lifestyle. Bonnyville has a thriving arts and culture scene. The Bonnyville and District Museum showcases the region’s rich history, while the Lyle Victor Albert Centre hosts various cultural events, live performances, and art exhibitions. The community is also home to local artists and artisans, contributing to its unique cultural identity.

You will find a wide array of health services at the Hospitals & Clinics:

·         Associate Medical Clinic

·         Bonnyville Community Health Services

·         Bonnyville Health Centre (community cancer centre, acute, emergency, long-term & palliative care)

·         Bonnyville Medical Clinic

Seeing just over 19,000 emergency room visits per year, the Bonnyville Health Centre is an active 33-bed acute + 30-bed continuing care centre serving residents from a town of 6,404 (2021 stat); with a catchment area of approximately 16,500 residents. The community also hosts dental clinics, physiotherapy, optometrists, chiropractors, massage therapists, & psychologists. 

Hospital Statistics per year (2023/24)

Discharges: 1,290

Deliveries: 161 (31.3% C-Sections)

OR Procedures: 1,503

Travel Time: 

·         To Edmonton: 2.75 hrs

·         To Fort McMurray: 4 hrs

·         To Calgary: 5.5 hrs 

Northern Lights Public Schools serves the community with several elementary, middle, and high schools. Post-secondary opportunities are available at Portage College, providing diverse programs and career paths. 

Town of Bonnyville - North of Expected

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Required Qualifications:

• Current Alberta Practice Permit or valid CPSA Letter of Eligibility to practice in the advertised position (proof of to be included with application).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
• Completion of the CanREACH (Canadian Research & Education for the Advancement of Child Health) Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care (PPP) Continuing Medical Education (CME) training program licensed and developed by The Reach Institute CME PPP Training – CanReach; within first 1-2 years of providing services.
• Recent and relevant experience as Most Responsible Physician. 

Desired Qualifications:

·         Have or be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).

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