Medical Lead, Frequent Emergency Department (ED) Visitors Program

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Edmonton seeks a Medical Lead for the Frequent Emergency Department Visitors Program, focusing on improving care for high-frequency patients with complex needs. This part-time role involves leading an interdisciplinary team and requires significant experience in clinical leadership and Emergency Medicine. Candidates must hold a FRCPSC fellowship and have at least 5 years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in Emergency Medicine.
• Experience in quality improvement, program development, or clinical leadership.
• Strong understanding of complex patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and strategic direction for a team.
• Champion coordinated, patient-centered approaches.
• Collaborate across acute, community, and primary care sectors.

Skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Quality improvement

Clinical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPSC) fellowship

Formal administrative education

Job description

Medical Lead, Frequent Emergency Department (ED) Visitors Program

Alberta Health Services (AHS), Edmonton Zone invites applications for the role of Medical Lead, Frequent Emergency Department (ED) Visitors Program.

This 0.40 FTE position reports directly to the Edmonton Zone Clinical Department Head (ZCDH), Emergency Medicine.

The Medical Lead, Frequent Emergency Department Visitors Program provides clinical leadership and strategic direction for an interdisciplinary team designed to improve care for patients who present frequently to the Emergency Department with complex medical, mental health, and social needs.

This role champions coordinated, patient-centered approaches that reduce repeat presentations, improve outcomes, and strengthen integration between acute, community, and primary care sectors.

The position has an expected start date of approximately January 1, 2026 and an expected term of 1 year with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated abilities in communication, conflict resolution and a passion for quality and patient safety. They will be an inclusive and visionary leader with significant experience in medical leadership and is considered a strong clinician by peers.

The successful candidate will possess superior interpersonal skills, have demonstrated supervisory experience and be an excellent clinician with the respect of their peers.

Candidates must possess a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPSC) fellowship, or equivalent designation, be eligible to work in Canada, and hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta and appointment to the AHS Medical Staff. Candidates should have evidence of formal administrative education and training.

The successful candidate should have demonstrated a pattern of professional and personal development.

Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in Emergency Medicine.

Demonstrated experience in quality improvement, program development, or clinical leadership.

Strong understanding of complex patient populations (mental health, addictions, chronic disease, social determinants of health).

Proven ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and collaborate across sectors.

Excellent communication, change management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

To apply, please forward a copy of your curriculum vitae and a letter of interest online through the doctorjobsalberta.com posting as well as a separate copy to

Dr. Ni Lam

Zone Clinical Department Head (ZCDH), Emergency Medicine

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

Additional Information

• Position Classification: Part-time
• FTE: 0.4
• Unit and Program: Emergency
• Compensation: Remuneration is in accordance with AHS contractor agreements.
• Posting Date: Oct 27, 2025
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
• Target Start Date: Jan 1, 2026