Clinical Assistant

Alberta Health Services

3mo ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior & Mid Level
Consulting
Healthcare
Calgary

Requirements

Eligibility to work in Canada (e.g. Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with open work permits).
English Language Proficiency.
As a requirement for licensure by the CPSA, applicants must have taken the Academic version of International English Language Testing System (IELTS), achieving a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the components.
Test results must be certified (notarized) by a Notary Public or any other government authorized entity.
Exemptions are granted based on guidelines set out on the CPSA website (http://www.cpsa.ca/language-proficiency/).
Medical Degree and Transcripts.
Applicants must be a graduate of a medical school located outside of Canada and the USA, listed in the Foundation of Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER) - International Medical Directory (IMD).
Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME).
As a requirement for licensure by the CPSA, applicants must have completed at least one full year of hands-on training (outside of Canada and the USA) after having completed their undergraduate medical training, no exceptions.
Specialty training must show evidence of being hands on and supervised for it to meet this requirement.
Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I (MCCQE1).
Applicants must have passed the MCC Qualifying Exam Part 1 prior to application.
Currency of practice.
Applicants must have been in a discipline specific postgraduate training program or discipline specific independent practice within the last 3 years.
Preference will be given to applicants who have recent experience in an acute care facility; specifically, those who have had specific experience within the last 3 years in Respiratory Medicine.
Prior experience working as a Clinical Assistant in a Canadian health care setting is an asset.
Candidates are encouraged to have completed the AHS Clinical Assistant pre-screening process.
More information is available: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/medstaff/page7094.aspx

Responsibilities

You will be working alongside physicians, nurses, pharmacists and respiratory therapists.
Job duties often include examination of the patient, documenting the history, conducting a complete physical examination, interpreting test results, developing a treatment plan in consultation with the attending/supervising physician, writing appropriate orders, and entering these orders into the patient care electronic or manual system.
Appropriate supervision and support are provided, and they will begin with a formal orientation and assessment.
Only those demonstrating the strongest qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Clinical Assistant at Alberta Health Services?

The primary role of a Clinical Assistant at Alberta Health Services is to function as a mid-level provider under the supervision of physician supervisors, providing acute care coverage within hospitals, and delivering care to patients as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Clinical Assistant position?

Applicants must have eligibility to work in Canada, proficiency in English (minimum IELTS score of 7.0 in each component), a medical degree from an acceptable international medical school, completed at least one year of postgraduate medical education, passed the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I (MCCQE1), and have been active in practice within the last three years.

Is there a preference for certain experience when applying?

Yes, preference will be given to applicants with recent experience in an acute care facility, specifically within the last three years in Respiratory Medicine, and prior experience working as a Clinical Assistant in a Canadian health care setting is considered an asset.

Where will the Clinical Assistant be working?

The Clinical Assistant will be working at the Peter Lougheed Centre within the Respiratory Medicine unit.

What is the salary range for the Clinical Assistant position?

The salary range for the Clinical Assistant position is between $25.57 and $63.06 per hour.

What kind of support will be provided to the Clinical Assistant?

Appropriate supervision and support will be provided to the Clinical Assistant, starting with a formal orientation and assessment.

What are the work hours for this position?

The Clinical Assistant position typically involves working 10-hour shifts, with a shift pattern of days and days off on Saturday and Sunday.

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Make a difference as part of a team dedicated to providing health care and promoting wellness to over 4.1 million Albertans every day. Alberta Health Services needs skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians to provide an accessible, sustainable, and high-quality health care system that puts the needs of the patients and their families first. With programs and services at over 650 locations across the province, you are sure to find the setting that fits your lifestyle. You will be empowered to co-create a healthy work environment and lend your expertise in a way that makes a difference – whether you working in one of our hospitals, clinics, continuing care facilities, mental health facilities, community health sites or in our corporate office. You’ll also enjoy competitive compensation packages that include benefits like health, dental, vision, disability and lifestyle considerations. There’s no shortage of reasons to join our team! Visit www.ahs.ca to find out more about our career opportunities.