Clinical Assistant

Alberta Health Services

3mo ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid Level
Healthcare
Lethbridge

Requirements

Applicant must be either a landed immigrant (Permanent Resident) or a Canadian Citizen at the time of application.
Applicants must be a graduate of a medical school located outside of Canada and the United States, listed in the Foundation of Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER) International Medical Directory (IMED).
Experience in an acute hospital based care facility within the last 3 years.
Preference will be given to applicants who have had active acute care surgical experience within the last 3 years.
Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME): Must have completed a recognized orthopedic or general surgery residency program with a successful completion of an existing board exam.
Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I (MCCQE1): Applicants must have passed the MCC Qualifying Examination Part 1 prior to application.
English Language Proficiency: As a requirement for licensure by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), applicants must have taken the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in Canada with minimum required scores of 7.0 in each of the components within 24 months prior to registration.
This posting is open only to those who have received a positive CA Pre-Screen Letter from AHS and have included it in their application.
If you do not have a letter and/or have not applied for the CA Pre-Screening Process, you will find more information at http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/medstaff/Page7094.aspx
As required.

Responsibilities

This is an alternate provider role in which the successful candidate will obtain a limited medical license issued from the College of Physician and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), and will work under the direction of a supervising physician within a multidisciplinary team setting to deliver acute patient care.
Responsibilities may include admissions, discharge planning, ordering diagnostics, and overall Patient and Family Centered Care.
These positions represent an opportunity created for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) to be selected and prepared for work as Clinical Assistants in clinical departments.

FAQs

What is the role of a Clinical Assistant?

A Clinical Assistant plays an important role in delivering acute patient care under the direction of a supervising physician, including responsibilities such as admissions, discharge planning, ordering diagnostics, and overall Patient and Family Centered Care.

Where are the Clinical Assistant positions located?

The positions are located at Chinook Regional Hospital and Medicine Hat Regional Hospital in Southern Alberta.

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

Applicants must be a graduate of a medical school outside of Canada and the US, have experience in an acute hospital care facility within the last 3 years, and must have passed the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part 1 (MCCQE1), among other requirements.

Is the position open to both landed immigrants and Canadian citizens?

Yes, applicants must be either landed immigrants (Permanent Residents) or Canadian citizens at the time of application.

What is the application process for International Medical Graduates (IMGs)?

IMGs must go through the Provincial CA Screening program and receive a positive CA Pre-Screen Letter from AHS before applying for the Clinical Assistant positions.

What is the salary range for the Clinical Assistant role?

The minimum salary for the Clinical Assistant position is $25.57, while the maximum salary is $63.06.

What shift patterns can Clinical Assistants expect?

Clinical Assistants will have a shift pattern that includes days, evenings, nights, and weekends, with days off as per rotation.

Is a limited medical license required for this position?

Yes, successful candidates will need to obtain a limited medical license issued by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) to work in this role.

Are there any language proficiency requirements?

Yes, applicants must have taken the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in Canada with minimum scores of 7.0 in each component within 24 months prior to registration.

When does the application posting end?

The posting end date for the Clinical Assistant positions is 03-OCT-2024.

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