Job InformationJob Title: Clinical Specialist Job Requisition ID: 84697Ministry: Hospital and Surgical Health ServicesLocation: Edmonton or CalgaryFull or Part-Time: Full-time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: Permanent Scope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: July 01, 2026Classification: Medical and Health 4Salary: $3,711.12 to $4,726.90 bi-weekly ($96,860 - $123,372/year) The Ministry of Hospitals and Surgical Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable acute care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to health challenges, improving health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/hospital-and-surgical-health-servicesThis position resides in the Ministry of Hospital and Surgical Health Services under the Acute Care Division, within the Provincial and Clinical Programs Branch.Role Responsibilities The clinical specialist's responsibilities are to provide knowledge and technical advice to develop regulations, policy, strategies and actions to advance the Ministry's commitments:•    Provide clinical expertise and policy advice to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of regulations, policies, strategies, and initiatives aligned with Ministry priorities.•    Conduct research, literature reviews, environmental scans, and data analysis to inform policy recommendations and decision-making.•    Develop briefing materials, correspondence, reports, presentations, and communication products for executive leadership and stakeholders.•    Support issues management and communication strategies related to regulatory and policy initiatives.•    Interpret and provide advice on legislation, regulations, standards, and policy requirements to internal and external stakeholders.•    Review, update, and develop administrative forms, procedures, manuals, and related resources.•    Identify and support innovative acute care programs, strategies, and models of care through evidence-based approaches.•    Collaborate with colleagues, government partners, health system stakeholders, and working groups to advance key health system priorities.•    Build and maintain strategic relationships and represent the branch, division, or ministry on committees, projects, and cross-government initiatives.•    Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professional competency and meeting tight deadlines.Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.APS Competencies Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.•    Agility- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, emerging health issues, and evolving policy environments while delivering high-quality results within tight timelines.•    Develop Networks-Builds and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration, consultation, and advancement of acute care priorities.•    Creative Problem Solving-Uses clinical expertise, research, and analysis to identify innovative solutions and provide practical recommendations for complex policy, regulatory, and health system challenges.•    Systems Thinking-Understands the interconnections within the health care system and considers broader impacts, stakeholder perspectives, and government priorities when developing policies and strategies.Qualifications Education and Experience: A university degree related to the position assignment (Nursing, Medical, Reg. Health Provider) and four (4) years of related experience.  Current registration in good standing with an Alberta professional college.Equivalency: Diploma related to the position assignment and six (6) years of related experience.  Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college if required by the Health Professions Act. Master’s degree related to the position assignment and three (3) years of related experience.  Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college if required by the Health Professions Act.   Preferred:•    Knowledge of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID), and clinical practices related to MAID in Alberta, nationally and internationally.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standardsNotes •    One (1) permanent position available.•    36.25 hours per week•    Location: ATB Place, 10025 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6 or 10101 Southport Road SW, Calgary, AB T2W 3N2.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.•    Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca.•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.•    Leadership and mentorship programs.How To Apply  Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience. It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jagreet Uppal at Jagreet.Uppal@gov.ab.ca.