The city of Ft. McMurray is currently looking to recruit a Visiting Specialist Ophthalmologist to provide services in Cataract consults and Surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will visit the community approximately 12 times per year (2-3 consecutive days each visit).

This position will require the selected candidate to sign a Visiting Specialist contract rendering their services.

Qualifications

· Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberts (CPSA) or proof of eligibility for Alberta licensure required (to be included with application)

· Must be licensed to practice as an Ophthalmologist as per CPSA standards

· Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Candidate must have hands-on experience offering ophthalmology services within the past 1-2 years. Experience offering these services as a sole provider is required.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All physicians who wish to practice in Alberta must hold a valid license with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta. For more information on obtaining this license and the eligibility requirements, please visit College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta www.cpsa.ab

Community Information

Welcome to Fort McMurray and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.

Stretching from north central Alberta to the borders of Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories, The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo ranks, by area, among the largest municipalities in North America.

Nestled in the boreal forest at the confluence of four rivers, Fort McMurray, the largest city in the Municipality, is a vibrant community rich in history and with an unlimited potential for the future. Fort McMurray has an International Airport as of 2014. Many direct flights local, nationally and internationally are available.

Take some time to enjoy the region's parks and trails. There are 400 hectares of serene parks and an extensive, 130-kilometre trail system to explore - running, walking or biking. Festivals and events are offered all year round.

It’s a community of strong family values and opportunities in any sporting event is possible from youth to adult. Options for children in theatre, sports, dance, are endless.

At a Glance Location:



435 Km northeast of Edmonton on Highway 63. 2021 Population: 67,995

Industries: Oil sands, natural gas and pipeline sectors, forestry, tourism, retail. This is a place immersed in natural beauty where land, sky and water meet to provide unparalleled vacation possibilities. Canoe the historic travel and trade routes followed by early trappers and explorers, explore the sand dunes, hike the trails, fish the pristine explicit waters of Northern Alberta, gaze in awe at the Aurora Borealis or join a learning tour of the Athabasca Oil Sands - a natural resource that has been spoken of as the 'eighth wonder of the world'.

In addition to Fort McMurray, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo consists of ten smaller communities: Anzac, Conklin, Draper, Fort Chipewyan, Fort Fitzgerald, Fort MacKay, Gregoire Lake Estates, Janvier/Chard, Mariana Lakes and Saprae Creek Estates. Each of these communities has its own unique charms and attractions. Fort Chipewyan is Alberta's oldest settled community. 200 years of rich history has created a destination that has enticed explorers, fur traders and adventure enthusiasts since the 18th century.

Fort Chipewyan is the launch point for your adventure into Wood Buffalo National Park or an ideal “leave your worries behind” retreat. Go with expectations...come home with the unexpected! Whether you are a visitor, new resident or considering relocation, we would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo - Alberta's 'northern light.' All that's missing is you!

Travel Time:

To Edmonton: 4.5 hrs To Calgary: 7.5 hrs To Red Deer: 6.5 hrs To Grande Prairie: 7 hrs

Hospital Name: Northern Lights Health Centre

No. of Inpatient Beds: 108

No. of Long Term Care Beds: 36

Hospital Statistics 2024-25:

Deliveries: 928 per year

C-Sections: 27%

ED Visits: 52,415

Discharges: 6,251





Available Specialty Services (full-time and part-time):

Anesthesiology

Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

Internal Medicine

Radiology

OB/Gyn

Pediatrics

Psychiatry

Radiology Services:

Diagnostic Imaging

Ultrasound

Computerized Tomography (CT) Scan

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

We Are Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo

Required Qualifications

· Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberts (CPSA) or proof of eligibility for Alberta licensure required (to be included with application)

· Must be licensed to practice as an Ophthalmologist as per CPSA standards

· Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Candidate must have hands-on experience offering ophthalmology services within the past 1-2 years. Experience offering these services as a sole provider is required.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All physicians who wish to practice in Alberta must hold a valid license with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta. For more information on obtaining this license and the eligibility requirements, please visit College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta www.cpsa.ab

Alberta Health Services hires 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 Indigenous persons.

Additional Information

- FTE: 0.09
- Unit and Program: Hospital Health
- Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services
- Sponsorship Eligible: No
- Compensation: Fee for Service Through the Outreach and Travelling Physician Support Policy Visiting Specialists are eligible for monetary support. The outreach financial incentive, at a minimum, requires one way travel greater than 50kms, and pays at $1/kms up to a maximum 500kms one way.

Zonal Medical

Affairs will calculate payments using a round-trip amount on a monthly basis. For approved outreach service requests AHS will remunerate mileage/car rentals/taxis, meals, flights and accommodation in keeping with the AHS Travel Policy.

- Posting Date: Aug 14, 2026
- Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found

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