Canadian Specialist Physician Resource Planning – There’s an App for That!
A case for choosing predictive statistical analytics over conventional physician planning wisdom. The recent report “What’s really behind Canada’s unemployed specialists?” – http://www.royalcollege.ca/portal/page/portal/rc/advocacy/policy/hrh/examining_specialist_physician_employment – published by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) confirms a troubling trend that has many new specialists searching for elusive job vacancies in specific sectors within the […]
Kuwait – Obstetrician/Gynecologist – $350,000 – $400,000 Cdn, plus….
CanAm’s client in Kuwait is seeking a general Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a First Class private hospital. Candidates must have Canadian FRCSC Certification OR American ACOG certification, and at least 5 years’ experience. Academic and Management experience is considered an asset. Estimated annual tax free income = $350,000-400,000 Cdn, and potential for a significant productivity bonus, with first rate accommodation provided. If […]
Premiere Canadian CanAm Job Posting – October 2013
Family Physician – A First-Rate Medical Career Opportunity CanAm Job Board #: 837 Yes, we are seeking an energetic GP to jump-start this state-of-the-art urban medical clinic. However, if you are GPs, and also a married couple seeking to attain that perfect work-life balance – this is your chance to achieve control of your goal! […]
Canadian Doctor Total at Record High
Canada had a record 75,142 doctors last year and they earned $328,000 gross on average, according to two new reports. The annual reports on physician supply and payments for both general practitioners and specialists were released Thursday by the Canadian Institute for Health Information. “The year 2012 saw the highest level of physicians per capita ever […]
Australia Has ‘Too Many GPs’ and Should Reduce Immigration, Claims Report
A major report has called for a reduction in the number of overseas GPs entering Australia to work, after a ‘huge influx’ of GPs from abroad. According to the report, there has been ‘sharp increase’ in the numbers of GPs in Australia seen since 2006, and that the level of GP services currently being provided […]
Alberta Health Services Fires 5 Top Executives, Plus 70 More Could Follow!
The provincial government fired five senior Alberta Health Services executives today as part of a shake-up that could see 80 vice-president positions whittled down to ten. The move follows a review that found the system is top-heavy with managers and should focus more on supporting health-care providers. “We’ve heard a lot of criticism over the […]
