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How much do indigenous wellness jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for indigenous wellness in the United States is $31.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $37.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Indigenous Wellness vs Indigenous Health Practitioner?

AspectIndigenous WellnessIndigenous Health Practitioner
CredentialsVaries; often includes certifications in wellness coaching, counseling, or traditional practicesTypically requires certification or licensing in health or clinical practice, such as Indigenous health certifications
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, wellness clinics, Indigenous organizations, or private practiceHealthcare facilities, clinics, hospitals, or community health programs
Employer & IndustryIndigenous organizations, wellness centers, non-profitsHealthcare providers, clinics, government health agencies

Indigenous Wellness focuses on holistic approaches to health, emphasizing mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being through traditional and modern practices. Indigenous Health Practitioners often provide clinical health services, diagnosing and treating health issues within a medical framework. While both roles serve Indigenous communities, Indigenous Wellness emphasizes preventive and holistic care, whereas Indigenous Health Practitioners deliver more clinical health interventions.

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Infographic showing various Indigenous Wellness job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,689 per year, or $31.6 per hour.
Medical Director, Indigenous Wellness Core - Northwest - Primary Care Alberta

Medical Director, Indigenous Wellness Core - Northwest - Primary Care Alberta

Alberta Health Services

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Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Primary Care Alberta (PCA), North Zone invites applications for the role of Medical Director, Indigenous Wellness Core.

This 0.2 FTE (approximately 404 hours per year) position governed by the Medical Staff Bylaws and Rules, reports to the Senior Medical Director, Indigenous Wellness Core.  The Indigenous Health Commitments: Roadmap to Wellness aligns the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada to provide the framework for this position.

Working with the Provincial Indigenous Wellness Core, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of overall strategic and operational plans to support patient focused care programs and their delivery in the Northeast/Northwest Corridor. This will involve working collaboratively with PCA Senior Operational Leaders within the IWC, to provide quality, innovative, and efficient health services to Indigenous individuals and communities, including: 

- Engaging, and collaborating with Indigenous communities,
- Promoting a culture of safety,
- Advocating for high quality care; and
- Representing the IWC to ensure that Indigenous voices are presented.

The position has an expected start date of Jan 1, 2026, and a term of 3 years.

Other major accountabilities specific to Indigenous Health include:

1. Developing, maintaining, and ensuring compliance with clinical expectations for physicians across the Corridor.
2. Ensuring standards of care and defined health outcomes are being achieved.
3.Ensuring effective processes and mechanisms are in place to encourage best practices and improve clinical outcomes / quality.
4. Establishing effective modes of communication and engagement with physicians and program partners.
5. Working with Patient Relations to inform policies and processes with respect to patient concerns involving allegations of racism.
6. Fulfilling clinical duties relevant to Indigenous health.

 
Qualifications:

 
1. The ideal candidate will have worked in Indigenous communities or with Indigenous people.  They will be an inclusive and visionary leader with the ability to build relationships, trust, and collaboration between PCA and Indigenous communities and have demonstrated abilities in communication, conflict resolution, negotiation, and a passion for quality and patient safety. The ideal candidate will possess superior interpersonal skills, an ability to mentor other Indigenous and non-Indigenous physicians and be able to relate and engage with Indigenous leadership and Indigenous organizations.
 

2. Candidates must be certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC) and hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta and appointment to the AHS Medical Staff.
 

3. We're passionate about what we do. We are an equal opportunity employer. PCA values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
  

The candidate must be eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.

Must read, write, and speak English.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.
 

Additional Information
  • Position Classification: Part-time
  • FTE: 0.2
  • Unit and Program: Indigenous Wellness Core
  • Recruiting Organization: Primary Care Alberta
  • Sponsorship Eligible: No
  • Posting Date: Jan 19, 2026