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If you are an engaged and forward-thinking leader excited about shaping recruitment, retention and recognition strategies for family physicians in Calgary, this role may be for you. The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is seeking a dynamic individual for a temporary leadership opportunity focused on strengthening and sustaining Calgary’s family physician workforce. You will join a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to ensuring our Medical Staff are aware of opportunities, feel supported in their clinical roles, are recognized for their contributions, and continue to practice in Calgary. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced health care environment. We are looking for someone with curiosity, enthusiasm, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a strategic mindset paired with comfort working with data and analytics.

Please As the Temporary Recruitment Specialist, you will serve as a subject matter expert in Physician Talent Acquisition and Recognition. You will collaborate with clinical leaders, operational teams, business support staff, and partners in Medical Affairs to support physician recruitment, retention, and recognition initiatives. This role provides both strategic and operational leadership, contributing to workforce planning, supporting key initiatives, and guiding physician recruitment and engagement efforts within the department. Key responsibilities include: Collaborate with the Clinical Department Head to support the development of multi-year workforce plans for Family Medicine. Contributing to zone and provincial workforce reporting and analytics. Lead the development and implementation of physician retention strategies in coordination with Section Chief’s. Serve as the first point of contact for family physicians interested in relocating to Calgary and coordinate onboarding and support processes for incoming physicians. Promote the Department of Family Medicine through planning and participation in recruitment and engagement events. Support initiatives that recognize and celebrate the contributions of family physicians. Provide day-to-day supervision and mentorship to an Administrative Assistant, ensuring effective coordination of recruitment, retention, and recognition activities. This role requires an individual who can operate confidently at both strategic and tactical levels, applying strong project management skills while balancing the unique needs of clinical sections with Medical Affairs guidelines and broader departmental objectives. Sound independent judgment and the ability to navigate complex or novel situations are essential for success. enter information in this field.

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Health Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, Public Health, or a related discipline. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in recruitment, workforce planning, talent management, or a physician support role, preferably within a healthcare, academic, or similarly complex environment. At least 5 years of leadership experience, including responsibility for guiding initiatives, influencing stakeholders, or supervising staff. Demonstrated success in leading or supporting strategic initiatives, including planning, execution, and evaluation. Experience providing day-to-day supervision and mentorship to administrative or support roles. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build productive relationships across diverse teams and organizational levels. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including comfort working with data to support decision-making. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and navigate complex or novel situations with professionalism and discretion.

PROSCI Change Management certification. Relevant professional certifications or designations such as: Canadian Society of Physician Recruitment (CaSPR). Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR). Project Management Professional (PMP) designation or equivalent considered an asset. Experience working within a medical department, academic health setting, or healthcare recruitment environment. Knowledge of Alberta’s health system, including CPSA, AHS, and physician resource planning processes. Experience in physician engagement, recognition, and retention strategies.

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