This position is a COMMUNITY position and is NOT part of Alberta Health Services.

Please note that Alberta Health Services, Covenant Health, Primary Care Alberta, and Recovery Alberta are under no obligation to provide privileging to any candidate within a facility. Eligibility for clinical opportunities with these organizations will be determined based on qualifications, credentials, and service needs at the time of recruitment, and cannot be assessed in advance or influenced by third-party sponsorship or referral.

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We are located in a very busy location in the North-East area of Calgary next to the Peter Lougheed Hospital. We are located near the C-train, diagnostic labs, Mayfair imaging, Sunridge Mall and CDC. Highly populated area with many communities around us.

Clinical Care

Diagnose heart conditions (e.g., heart attacks, arrhythmias, heart failure)

Perform physical exams and interpret tests (ECG, echocardiograms, stress tests)

Prescribe medications and treatment plans

Monitor patient progress and adjust care

Procedures & Referrals

Perform or assist with specialized procedures (e.g., angiography, catheterization)

Refer patients for surgery when needed

Collaborate with surgeons and other specialists

Patient Management

Educate patients on heart health and prevention

Provide long-term management of chronic conditions

Coordinate patient care and follow-ups

Skilled & Research Roles

Act as consultants to other physicians

Participate in research or teaching (especially in academic hospitals)

Develop clinical protocols and quality standards

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree (pre-med or related field)

- Doctor of Medicine (MD) from an accredited medical school

- Residency in Internal Medicine (typically 4-5 years)

- Fellowship in Cardiology (2-3 years minimum)

- Additional subspecialty training (optional but common), such as:
- Interventional cardiology

- Electrophysiology

- Heart failure or imaging

- Certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)





- Valid license from the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)

- Pass required national exams (e.g., Medical Council of Canada exams)

- CPSA Eligibility Letter for PRA assessments

- Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular diseases and treatments

- Ability to interpret diagnostic tests:

- ECG (electrocardiogram)

- Echocardiography

- Stress testing

- Procedural skills (depending on specialty):

- Cardiac catheterization

- Angiography

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent communication with patients and healthcare teams

- Attention to detail

- Decision-making under pressure

- Empathy and patient-centered care

- Completion of supervised clinical training (residency fellowship)

- Hands-on experience in hospital or clinical cardiology settings

- Research experience (often preferred, especially in academic roles)

- Ability to work long and irregular hours (including on-call shifts)

- Continuous professional development (CPD) to maintain licensure

- Knowledge of Canadian healthcare standards and ethics

Additional Information
- Recruiting Organization: Community Clinic
- Sponsorship Eligible: Yes
- Compensation: Compensation is based on a Fee-for-Service (FFS) model in accordance with the Alberta Health Schedule of Medical Benefits (SOMB). Based on available Alberta Health and AHCIP Statistical Supplement data, as well as provincial physician payment ranges: Estimated FFS Earnings Range: $130,000 - $730,000 annually (gross clinical billings) Typical Average Gross Earnings (Cardiology, Alberta): Approximately $400,000 - $680,000 annually, depending on workload, subspecialty, and billings volume Note: Under the FFS model, physicians bill Alberta Health per service as outlined in the SOMB; therefore, total earnings vary significantly based on clinical activity, case mix, and practice structure Important Compensation Note Overhead structure (e.g., clinic expenses, staffing, billing costs, etc.) will be discussed with candidates during the interview process. All earnings listed represent gross billings prior to overhead and taxes.
- Posting Date: Oct 20, 2026

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