Internist (24-RAH-MED-GIM-03)

The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Department of Medicine in partnership with Alberta Health Services, is inviting applications for General Internist Physicians, at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.   Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the Faculty is internationally recognized as among the world’s top 50 medical schools and as one of Canada’s premier health-education institutions.

The GIM Division is invested in the teaching of ward based medical teaching units in internal medicine, actively contributing to the education of medical students, residents and other learners.  Therefore, the successful applicants will be expected to apply for a Clinical Academic Colleague Appointment in the Department of Medicine University of Alberta, which will be considered under a separate process through the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. Appointment to the Alberta Health Services Medical Staff is also required.

Successful candidates will also be expected to actively participate in hospital clinical and/or education committees to provide a leadership role. Research activities and involvement are encouraged but not mandatory. 

Details about the University of Alberta, the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry and the Department of Medicine/Division of General Internal Medicine can be found on the Faculty’s Home Page at www.med.ualberta.ca .  Details about the City of Edmonton and Alberta Health Services are available at www.edmonton.ca and www.albertahealthservices.ca .

Applications will begin being reviewed ASAP: however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled.  Interested candidates should submit a letter of application and a current curriculum vitae outlining their clinical experience and possible research interests to:  

Dr. Neeja Bakshi

Facility Section Head, General Internal Medicine 

Royal Alexandra Hospital, Edmonton Alberta

E-mail: Neeja.Bakshi@albertahealthservices.ca

The University of Alberta and Alberta Health Services hire on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.