Clinical Assistant

Alberta Health Services

13d ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior Level
Healthcare

Requirements

Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or a landed immigrant OR will hold a valid work permit 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).
As a requirement for licensure by the CPSA, applicants must have completed at least one full year (i.e.: May 1st to April 30th) of hands-on training after having obtained his/her medical degree.
As a requirement for licensure by the 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.
Within the last three years, physicians need to have practiced independently, been in a regulated, supervised practice (in a role where the physician was not the most responsible physician) or been a part of a continuous postgraduate training program for a minimum of one year in the discipline you want to enter in Alberta.
Fellowship training, community service, public service, national service, Medical Officer posts and practice experience do not fulfil this requirement.
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 physician provider role in which the successful candidate will work with a limited medical license issued from the College of Physician and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).
We are hiring Clinical Assistants to support the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre in the following departments: Cardiology, General Internal Medicine and Hospitalist Program under the direction of a supervising physician and within a multidisciplinary team setting to deliver acute patient care.
We are currently hiring multiple Clinical Assistant positions to support the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre in the following departments: Cardiology, General Internal Medicine and Hospitalist Program.
These positions represent an opportunity created for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) to be selected and prepared for work as Clinical Assistants in clinical departments.
Applicants must have been successfully pre-screened through the Provincial CA Screening program prior to applying.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Clinical Assistant at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre?

The Clinical Assistant will work under the direction of a supervising physician within a multidisciplinary team to deliver acute patient care in the departments of Cardiology, General Internal Medicine, and the Hospitalist Program.

Who is eligible to apply for the Clinical Assistant position?

The position is open to International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who are Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, or hold employment authorization from the Canadian government and have submitted a completed application package to the Alberta Clinical and Surgical Assistant Program (ACSAP).

What is the minimum required salary for this position?

The minimum salary for the Clinical Assistant position is $24.83 per hour.

What are the shifts like for this position?

The Clinical Assistant position involves a shift pattern that includes days, evenings, nights, and weekends, with a length of shift in weeks of 2 and typically 10 shifts per cycle.

Is a valid work permit required for application?

Yes, applicants must be a Canadian citizen or a landed immigrant OR hold a valid work permit at the time of application.

What qualifications are required for licensure by the College of Physician and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)?

Applicants must be graduates of an international medical school listed in the FAIMER International Medical Directory (IMED), have completed at least one full year of hands-on training post-medical degree, and have taken the IELTS with minimum scores of 7.0 in each component within 24 months prior to registration.

What is required for successful application regarding CA Pre-Screening?

Applicants must have a positive CA Pre-Screen Letter from Alberta Health Services (AHS) and must include it with their application.

When is the closing date for applications?

The posting for the Clinical Assistant position closes on 03-OCT-2024.

Can recent graduates apply for this role?

Yes, as long as they meet the required qualifications and have completed the necessary hands-on training and other prerequisites outlined.

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