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Zone Medical Officer of Health

Government of Alberta · Primary and Preventative Health Services

This job in plain words

This is a full-time contract role for a public health physician in Edmonton or Calgary, reporting to the Zone Lead. The job acts as a clinical expert in public health and preventive medicine and advises other health professionals on population health issues.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Applicants with credentials from outside Canada must have them reviewed by the Royal College.

Education
Ph.D. · Medical Doctor (MD). Specialty training in Community Medicine/Public Health (FRCPC) preferred, or Family Medicine (CCFP) with a Master of Public Health or equivalent.
Experience
Public health experience required. Experience as a Medical Officer of Health is an asset. Alberta government or health system experience is preferred.
Job type
Full time, regular contract up to 5 years, 36.25 hours

What they ask for:

  • Medical Doctor (MD), with specialty training in Community Medicine/Public Health preferred
  • Or Family Medicine (CCFP) with a Master of Public Health or equivalent
  • Public health experience
  • Licensed or eligible for CPSA licensure
  • Project management, change management and stakeholder skills

What you would do

  • Act as a clinical expert in public health and preventive medicine
  • Advise MOHs, physicians and healthcare providers on public health issues
  • Build working relationships with key health stakeholders
  • Support on-call coverage for public health emergencies
  • Help develop and implement public health practice and safety policies
  • Mentor and teach to improve public health knowledge

How to apply

Apply online through the Government of Alberta job system by creating a candidate profile. Current Government of Alberta employees should apply through the Career tile in 1GX.

Good to know:

  • Final candidates must pass a security screening
  • Interviews are scheduled to begin in late October 2026
  • The competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower level
  • The closing date is open until a suitable candidate is found

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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