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 early 2026 at the Covenant Community Health Centre 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 27, 2026
• Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found
• Target Start Date: June 15, 2026
• 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $300,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB T6K 2P1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Family medicine: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• License/Cert: College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (required)

Work Location: In person