Alberta Health Services, Central Zone, is currently seeking the services of a full-time Surgical Assist that will provide surgical assist skills for a diversity of elective and emergency surgery which may include general surgery, orthopedics, plastic surgery, gynecology, urology and ENT.  OR experience is necessary and laparoscopic surgical experience is highly desirable.  The primary site will be Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre but there may be additional surgical assisting opportunities in surrounding rural surgical sites (i.e. Rocky Mountain House, Stettler, Wetaskiwin, and Olds). 

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Abide by the AHS Medical Staff Rules and AHS policies;
• Work collaboratively with peers and care team colleagues in support of patient care

Community Information:

Required Qualifications:

• Have or be eligible for licensure as a Surgical Assistant with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (required with application);
• Recent and relevant experience in all areas of practice required;
  

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 CPSA Surgical Assist Assessment.

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.