Physician coverage found: Emergency Department in Smoky Lake to remain open

SMOKY LAKE — Physician coverage has been found for the Emergency Department at the George McDougall Healthcare Centre in Smoky Lake this weekend.

The Emergency Department will remain open and available to area residents in need of urgent care.

The previous Public Service Announcement issued on July 28 has now been rescinded.

AHS continues to aggressively recruit healthcare professionals for rural areas. AHS has several initiatives underway to help support recruitment efforts including northern incentive programs as well as working closely with practicing professionals and the community.

The Alberta Rural Health Professions Action Plan is also in place, aiming to improve rural medical services for communities, support rural practitioners and recruit new talent. You can find all jobs that are posted for Smoky Lake by accessing this link and searching for Smoky Lake: Alberta Health Services Careers ‐ Jobs.

We are grateful for the support of surrounding healthcare centres and medical staff and would like to thank the community for its patience and understanding during this time.

Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Its mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans