Family Physician

About the Opportunity
Join us in building better primary care together! Covenant Family Health is launching a bold new chapter in community-based healthcare, and we’re inviting passionate physicians to practice with purpose and lead with heart.

As Covenant’s newly established primary care organization, Covenant Family Health reflects a strong commitment to delivering holistic, team-based care that supports the health of mind, body, and soul. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a model intentionally built around collaboration, compassion, and high-quality patient care. Our first clinic, Veres Family Health Clinic will open in spring 2026 at the Covenant Community Health Centre in the Mill Wood Lakewood community, in Edmonton, Alberta. This new space will foster a welcoming, community focused environment where providers can practice meaningful, comprehensive primary care while truly making a difference.

Role Description
This is a flexible, on-site opportunity for a Family Physician to play a meaningful role in delivering comprehensive, community-based primary care. In this position, the Family Physician will diagnose and treat acute illness, manage chronic conditions, and provide routine health assessments across the lifespan.

A strong commitment to team-based care is essential. The Family Physician will deliver patient-centered care in a collaborative environment, working closely with an interdisciplinary team that may include nurses, nurse practitioners, allied health professionals, and clinic staff to coordinate care and support each patient’s overall well-being. The role includes responding to urgent concerns when needed, advancing preventive care, supporting long-term health outcomes, and contributing to initiatives that strengthen the health of the broader community.

Qualifications
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent.
• Licensed with the College of Family Physicians of Canada and eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.
• Certification with the College of Family Physicians.
• Expertise and commitment to quality care and patient safety.
• Demonstrated commitment to DEI in the healthcare environment.
• Understanding of Just Culture and its role in healthcare.

Additional Information
• Position Classification & FTE: This is a flexible position ranging from 0.4 FTE up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE and will include some evening and weekend coverage.
• Unit and Program: Family Medicine
• Specialty: Family Medicine - Community/Primary Care
• Posting Date: May 1, 2026
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
• Target Start Date: Until a suitable candidate is found
• Compensation: Remuneration will be based on an Alternate Relationship Plan.

Be part of Alberta’s next chapter in community-based health care, where work-life balance isn’t a perk, it’s the plan! We welcome applications from both experienced Family Physicians and new graduates. Interested applicants should apply with a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three (3) references.