Locum Cardiologist

Canadian Medical Association; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Cardiology at the University of Ottawa is seeking a locum cardiologist for a 12-month position starting July 2025. The role involves in-patient and out-patient care, requiring FRCPC in Internal Medicine and certification in Cardiology. Candidates will work in a collaborative environment with access to advanced cardiac diagnostics and teaching opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold FRCPC in Internal Medicine with certification in Cardiology.
• Preferred advanced training in echocardiography (level III or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provide in-patient care at the Ottawa Hospital's General Campus.
• Cover out-patient cardiology practice and participate in education initiatives.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cardiology

Internal Medicine

Education

FRCPC in Internal Medicine

Certification in Cardiology

Job description

The Division of Cardiology at the University of Ottawa and The Ottawa Hospital has an opportunity for a 12-month locum starting July 2025 to cover academic and maternity leave within our group of 8 cardiologists. Successful candidates will have hospital privileges for in-patient care at the General Campus of the Ottawa Hospital including 8 weeks of in-patient service, and shared call supported by residents who take first call. Out-patient care will be based at the General Campus of The Ottawa Hospital where you will cover a turn-key academic out-patient cardiology practice supported by a collegial group of cardiologists and a stellar administrative & clinical staff. Candidates will have access to a full range of non-invasive cardiac diagnostics including echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, holter & ECG reading.

Candidates must hold the FRCPC in Internal Medicine with subsequent certification in Cardiology or equivalent specialty certification. Candidates with advanced training in echocardiography (level III or equivalent) are preferred. Successful candidates will hold an academic locum appointment at the University of Ottawa within the Department of Medicine. The Ottawa Hospital is one of the largest teaching hospitals in North America. In-patient service includes CCU and ward cardiology at the General campus of the Ottawa Hospital, consults to the emergency department and subspecialty wards, with opportunities to teach residents and medical students.

Successful candidates will be expected to participate in a variety of education opportunities and initiatives at the University of Ottawa. The Department of Medicine is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in our work environment. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous persons, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, members of the LGBTQ2+ community as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities.