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full time Administration/Medical Director at College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta 		Job ID: 17928

As a Senior Medical Advisor, Continuing Competence, you will add to the capacity and expertise in the area of physician performance by acting as case-lead in the assessment, remediation, management and follow-up of regulated members who could benefit from further performance enhancement through the Continuing Competence programs.

The following opportunity is a permanent role at CPSA with a flexible Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) from 0.5 FTE (20 hours/week) to 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week), Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support assessment and remediation activities across Continuing Competence programs.
  • Review data sources, Standards of Practice (SOPs), and remediation supports to make practice improvement recommendations.
  • Lead quality improvement and assurance interventions for regulated members; provide coaching and facilitation.
  • Participate in development of assessment tools, feedback reporting, and quality improvement processes for the benefit of regulated members.
  • Collaborate with Continuing Competence team for member referrals, follow-up actions, file closure, and other matters.
  • Provide support to Program Managers in recruitment and training of practice visitors, facilitators, and mentors; ensure suitable qualifications and clarity of role.
  • Support CPSA’s Customer Experience (CX) team to answer queries from regulated and public members.
  • Participate in development of CPSA documents including Standards of Practice.
  • Liaise with other provincial and national Colleges and Faculties of Medicine on assessments, performance standards, prescribing practices for national standards and best practices.
  • Present to regulated members, faculty members, undergraduate and post-graduate medical learners on various topics.
  • Provide education, support and counsel for regulated members completing assessments.
  • Engage external stakeholders to develop local competency enhancement programs for regulated member referral.
  • Lead various research studies to create/confirm evidence of best practices and positive impact towards practice improvement.

For additional details on this exciting opportunity and how to apply, visit the Career Opportunities page of www.cpsa.ca today!
Summary
Specialty
Administration/Medical Director
Province / State
Alberta
Employment Type
full time
Eligible
Physician
Tagline
CPSA Senior Level Position - Senior Medical Advisor, Continuing Competence
Start Date
immediately, see description above, or enquire
Remuneration
Remuneration
The salary for this position is dependent on FTE status ranging from $127,316 (0.50 FTE) to $254,632 (1.0 FTE). 
Billing / Overhead Split
 
Vacation / CME Leave
 
Additional Benefits
Includes a comprehensive benefit package and pension plan for a 0.7 FTE (28 hours/week) and higher. 
Qualification Requirements
Education
* MD, Certification in the College of Family Physicians (CCFP) or equivalent, and/or Royal College.

* Eligible for licensure in Alberta. 
Experience
* 10+ years of clinical medical practice.

* Broad medical knowledge and experience in a variety of healthcare settings.

* Experience in medical education and/or quality improvement and patient safety is required.

* Previous experience in assessment and remedial programs is preferred.

*A working knowledge of the Health Professions Act (HPA), Regulations, Rules and Standards of Practice is an asset. 
Certifications
 
Institution / Community Information
Institution Name
College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta 
Street Address 1
Suite 2700, 10020 - 100th Street NW 
Street Address 2
 
City / Town
Edmonton 
Country
Canada 
Postal / Zip Code
T5J 0N3 
 
Institution Description
CPSA is the regulator for physicians and physician assistants in Alberta. As part of our responsibility to protect the public, CPSA works with physicians to ensure patients are getting the high level of quality care they need and deserve. We work collaboratively with the profession and by offering a variety of programs and resources to help physicians in their practice. 
Institution Size (Beds)
unspecified 
Institution Website
http://www.cpsa.ca 
 
Community Description
Edmonton is the fifth largest city in Canada and the capital city of the province of Alberta. We are one of the youngest and fastest-growing cities in the country. Edmonton is located on the North Saskatchewan River and is the northernmost city in North America with a population over one million people. We are the gateway to Canada's North. 
Community Size
501k+ 
Community Website
http://www.cpsa.ca
   
Physical Address for Map
2700, 10020 100th Street NW, Edmonton 
 
Geographic location may be approximate
Contact for Applicants
Contact Name
Laura Acker 
Phone
 
Fax
 
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Published on 2024-09-12
Edited on 2024-09-12