Clinical Geneticist (Locum and Regular Positions) - BC Women’s Hospital and Health Centre

Cencora | Pharma solutions; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health centre in Vancouver seeks a Clinical Geneticist for locum and regular positions in their Provincial Medical Genetics Program. The role involves providing genetic services, participating in residency training, and engaging in cutting-edge research. Candidates should hold an M.D. and specialist certification in medical genetics, with the opportunity for an academic appointment at UBC.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.
• Eligible for Clinical Faculty appointment at University of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Provide prenatal genetic assessment and counselling.
• Participate in teaching and training activities at the University.
• Undertake or collaborate in research in medical genetics.

Skills

Genetics

Clinical Care

Counselling

Research

Education

M.D. or equivalent degree

Specialist certification in medical genetics and genomics

Job description

Clinical Geneticist (Locum and Regular Positions)

BC Women’s Hospital and Health Centre
Provincial Medical Genetics Program
Full Time Positions
Vancouver, BC

The BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre and the University of British Columbia (UBC) Department of Medical Genetics invite applications for Clinical Geneticist (Locum and Regular) positions in the Provincial Medical Genetics Program with an appropriate UBC faculty appointment.

The Provincial Medical Genetics Program provides genetic services within British Columbia and has a long tradition of excellence in clinical care, education, and research. The Program participates in a fully accredited Royal College Residency Training Program in Medical Genetics and Genomics and in Canadian College of Medical Geneticists and other fellowship training. The scope of clinical practice includes prenatal genetic assessment and counselling, as well as general clinical genetics and genomics practice. In addition to regular scheduled clinics, the Clinical Geneticist will be expected to provide on-call services and outreach clinics. The Clinical Geneticist will participate fully in University of British Columbia academic teaching and training activities and undertake or actively collaborate in medical genetics and genomics research. Salary and faculty appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

Candidates for this position will have an M.D. or equivalent degree and must hold or be eligible to hold licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia, specialist certification in medical genetics and genomics with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and be eligible for Clinical Faculty appointment at the University of British Columbia.

Contact

Applications accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and names of three references should be sent to:

Dr. Linlea Armstrong
Medical Director
Provincial Medical Genetics Program
Email: [e-mail]

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified.

About Provincial Health Services Authority

BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre (BCW) is the only facility in British Columbia devoted primarily to the health of women, newborns, and families. It provides a broad range of specialized women’s health services that address the health needs of women of all ages and backgrounds. BC Women’s is one of the largest maternity facilities in Canada, with over 7,000 births a year, and is both the major primary and secondary maternity services provider in the Lower Mainland and the cornerstone of the provincial tertiary care system. As an academic health centre, BCW’s mandate includes providing strong leadership in research and the education and professional development of health care professionals in areas related to the health of the populations we serve.

Discover more about BC Women’s and all we have to offer by visiting us at www.bcwomens.ca.

BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), which plans, manages, and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across BC. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence, including:

• Respect people
• Be compassionate
• Dare to innovate
• Cultivate partnerships
• Serve with purpose

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of the world’s leading universities. It creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada, and the world. The Faculty of Medicine is ranked among the world’s top medical schools with the fifth-largest MD enrollment in North America. UBC’s Faculty of Medicine is a leader in both the science and practice of medicine. Over 12,000 faculty and staff across British Columbia train future doctors and health care professionals, make significant discoveries, and help create pathways to better health for our communities.

PHSA, BCW, and UBC are committed to employment equity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that providing the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, and experiences, and we value a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.

We are committed to addressing Indigenous-specific racism and barriers to employment at all levels. Indigenous individuals are encouraged to apply or contact the Sanya'kula Team at [e-mail] for support.