Manager
Your Opportunity:
The Manager is responsible for decision making, supervising, leading, coaching and delegating responsibilities related to the human and financial resources of the Department of Rural Medicine - Calgary Zone. The incumbent reports directly to the Director of Calgary Zone Medical Affairs (“Director”) with a strong dyad relationship with the Zone Clinical Department Head (“ZCDH”). This position oversees and coordinates the planning, design, implementation and evaluation of Rural Medicine Medical Affairs programs and services in support of the vision, mission and business plan, and promoting the philosophy, values and goals of Alberta Health Services (AHS), as they relate to Zone Clinical Department of Rural Medicine. The position actively assists in development of strategy of program development in Rural Medicine. The Manager of the Department of Rural Medicine will be responsible for decisions made about the functions of the Department operationally and related to the physician workforce. The Manager is responsible for making recommendations on allocated department budget that includes knowledge of AHS operating budgets. Leading the recruitment and retention processes for physicians is a large component of this position. This position participates as a member of the Clinical Council/Executive Team in the Department and focuses on the developing strategic workforce planning initiatives and projects that contribute to the long-term organizational strategies and policies of the Department and AHS.
Description:
Maintains efficacy in all operations and fairness, consistency and equality in policy determination and implementation. Leads seamless recruitment of new physicians to the Calgary Zone Clinical Department of Rural Medicine. Provides financial and resource reporting for activity indicators in a timely, comprehensive, coordinated and accountable manner. Ensures each physician program will reflect a clear assessment, definition, and scope of services with clinical service development, clinical care standards, and budget integration/accountability. Leads human and financial resources effectively and efficiently within the Zone Clinical Department of Department of Rural Medicine. Provides mentorship and coaching to full-scope professionals and other NUEE and union staff. Works with budgets, reports and manages variances of Department finances. In collaboration with the Zone Department Head, finalizes the departmental strategic plan within allocated budget and resources. Meets and set deadlines as required. Supervises administrative processes for physician recruitment and retention. This includes acting on behalf of AHS during attendance at provincially assigned recruitment events and attending local community physician attraction and retention committee meetings. This position purposefully builds partnerships and coalitions with internal and external stakeholders to lead change and achieve results. Is accountable for the Calgary Zone Rural Medical Affairs programs (eg Rural Medicine Locum Program (RMLP), Unattached Patients, Rural Memorandum’s of Understandings (MOUs) etc) to reflect clear assessment, definition and scope of services with clinical service development, budge integration and accountability.
- Classification: Manager
- Union: Exempt
- Unit and Program: Rural Medicine
- Primary Location: Okotoks
- Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
- Negotiable Location: Within Calgary Zone
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 30-MAR-2026
- Date Available: 09-APR-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $37.82
- Maximum Salary: $64.86
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Minimum of a Post-secondary degree in a related field (Health Profession, Management, Business etc.) or equivalent work experience. Minimum of five to eight years of prior experience in demonstrated progressive leadership or supervising roles. Experience working in a Rural or Community Healthcare setting with demonstrated knowledge of rural health resources and limitations. Proven record of problem solving, decision-making ability and strong interpersonal skills is essential for the success of this position. Leadership skills are essential. Must be able to exercise judgment, tact, diplomacy, and discretion when dealing with highly sensitive and confidential issues. Must understand the policies and practices related to the following financial organizations: Alberta Health Services Operating Accounts. Must have a working knowledge of the Medical Staff Bylaws, CPSA Guidelines, FOIPP, WHS/WCB and WHIMIS standards.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Experience in Medical Affairs portfolio. Experience working with Primary Care Network (PCN). Knowledge of asset management, vendor and subcontracting arrangements would be helpful. Knowledge of AHS organizational and administration, personal computing systems, and budget development are assets. Ability to work under pressure and handle competing and frequently changing priorities, within tight deadlines. Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate Collective Agreements. Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills. Strong communication skills written and verbal.
Preferred Qualifications:
As Required.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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