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1191451 Alberta
Red Deer, Alberta

Primary Care Provider (Physician or NP)

Primary CareFull-Time

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Job Description

Opportunity Overview

The Red Deer Primary Care Network (RDPCN) welcomes expressions of interest from Family Physicians and Nurse Practitioners who are considering establishing or transitioning a primary care practice in Red Deer, Alberta.

This opportunity is designed for healthcare providers who wish to learn more about the Red Deer healthcare community, explore local practice opportunities, and gain an understanding of the collaborative supports available through the Primary Care Network model.

Individuals who connect with RDPCN will have the opportunity to tour PCN facilities, meet healthcare professionals and the organization's leaders, and visit participating member clinics to learn more about practicing in Red Deer.

About RED DEER Primary Care Network

RDPCN is a partnership of primary care providers and healthcare professionals working together to improve access to comprehensive, team-based primary healthcare throughout Central Alberta.

Through collaborative care teams, RDPCN provides programs and services that enhance patient care and support providers in meeting the healthcare needs of the community.

What You Can Expect

Interested Candidates May Have the Opportunity To

  • Tour the RDPCN clinic and facilities
  • Learn about the Primary Care Network model and available supports
  • Meet physician, nurse practitioner, and healthcare leaders
  • Explore potential practice opportunities within the community
  • Learn about community health resources and referral pathways
  • Understand the benefits of practicing in Red Deer and Central Alberta
  • Connect with primary care providers currently working in the region

Who Should Inquire?

We Welcome Inquiries From

  • Family Physicians
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Resident Physicians nearing completion of training
  • Nurse Practitioner students approaching graduation
  • Healthcare providers relocating from other regions of Canada
  • Internationally trained physicians eligible to practice in Alberta

Qualifications

Candidates Should

  • Hold, or be eligible to obtain, the appropriate professional licensure and registration required to practice in Alberta
  • Demonstrate a commitment to patient-centred care
  • Have an interest in comprehensive primary healthcare
  • Value collaborative and interdisciplinary practice
  • Be interested in establishing, relocating, or exploring practice opportunities in Red Deer

Why RED DEER?

Red Deer Offers

  • A growing and diverse patient population
  • A collaborative healthcare community
  • Access to interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Central access to both Calgary and Edmonton
  • Affordable housing and a high quality of life
  • Excellent recreational, educational, and cultural amenities
  • Extensive parks, trails, and outdoor opportunities

Expression of Interest

Candidates interested in learning more about practice opportunities in Red Deer are invited to submit:

  • A current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • A brief statement of interest

Disclaimer

This posting is intended to provide Family Physicians, General Practitioners, and Nurse Practitioners with an opportunity to explore practice opportunities within the Red Deer community. Practice arrangements, compensation structures, clinic affiliations, and contractual agreements are established directly with the applicable clinic, organization, or healthcare employer. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment with the Red Deer Primary Care Network.

This is an ongoing, evergreen posting and expressions of interest are accepted year-round.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves engaging with the Red Deer Primary Care Network to explore practice opportunities and collaborative support models. Providers will participate in facility tours and meet with local healthcare leaders to integrate into the community's primary care framework.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Collaborative practiceInterdisciplinary teamworkClinical assessmentPatient advocacyHealthcare coordination

Primary Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 54% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Primary Care Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution50 jobs · 38 employers

16
<$310k
4
$310k-340k
18
$340k-370k
8
$370k-400k
4
$400k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks41 jobs · 38 employers

401k / retirement match
80%
Sign-on bonus
63%
CME allowance
61%
Relocation assistance
44%
Loan repayment
27%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Primary Care listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,310 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Benefits & Perks

Collaborative healthcare community
Interdisciplinary healthcare teams
Professional networking opportunities