Hospital - Based General Pediatrician, Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine - BC Children's [...]

White Spot; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

BC Children's Hospital and UBC seek a Hospital-Based General Pediatrician to provide clinical and teaching services. The role involves assessing children in suspected maltreatment cases, collaborating with families, and contributing to pediatric education and best practices. This part-time position at a leading hospital offers opportunities for professional development in quality improvement and research.

Qualifications

• Education, training, and experience equivalent to Royal College credentials.
• Exemplary clinical skills and effective family collaboration expected.
• Commitment to advancing Pediatric Hospital Medicine knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical assessments of children suspected of maltreatment.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and the Ministry of Children and Families.
• Take on teaching responsibilities within the pediatric department.

Skills

Clinical skills

Family collaboration

Commitment to best practices

Education

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada credentials

PALS certification or equivalent

Job description

British Columbia Children's Hospital (BCCH) cares for the most acutely ill or injured children and youth. BCCH provides developmental and rehabilitation services throughout BC and operates specialized health programs via various provider groups. As the main pediatrics clinical training site for the Faculty of Medicine at University of British Columbia (UBC), BCCH is the leading acute care teaching facility in the province and conducts research through the BC Children's Research Institute, collaborating with other institutions.

BCCH is a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), which manages province-wide health care services across BC. PHSA values include: Patients first, Best value, Results matter, Excellence through knowledge, and Openness to possibilities.

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is Canada's third largest university, ranking among the top 40 worldwide. Located mainly in Vancouver, UBC is research-intensive with a $4 billion economic impact on the provincial economy.

The Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at BCCH has a history of family-centered care, leadership in education, and a growing quality improvement program. It offers personalized career development and opportunities in quality improvement, education, leadership, and research.

The Child Protection Service Unit (CPSU) provides expert medical assessments for children in suspected maltreatment cases, working with a multidisciplinary team. Most evaluations occur at the Child & Family Clinic on-site at BC Children's Hospital. The CPSU also offers inpatient consultation services.

HOSPITAL-BASED GENERAL PEDIATRICIAN

Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine
Child Protection Services Unit (CPSU)

Position: Regular Part Time (minimum 0.4FTE)

Location: BC Children's Hospital & University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

BC Children's Hospital & UBC Department of Pediatrics seek a Clinician Specialist to provide clinical and academic services within the CTU and CPSU.

Responsibilities include: Medical assessments of children suspected of maltreatment, working with a multidisciplinary team and the Ministry of Children and Family. Teaching responsibilities are also involved.

The candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to academic hospital-based General Pediatrics, with education, training, and experience equivalent to Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada credentials and eligibility for registration in the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.

Applicants should possess exemplary clinical skills, effective family collaboration, and a commitment to best practices and advancing Pediatric Hospital Medicine knowledge.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be appointed as Clinical Faculty at UBC, with rank and salary based on qualifications and experience. Priority is given to those committed to hospital-based practice and the outlined skills. Opportunities exist to develop skills in quality improvement, education, and research. PALS or equivalent certification is expected.

Applications are accepted until the position is filled. Start date: ASAP.

Contact

Qualified candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and four referees to:

Dr. Mumtaz Virji
Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine
Clinical Associate Professor
BC Children's Hospital
Email: [e-mail] (Subject: Child Protection Services Unit)

BC Children's Hospital and UBC are committed to employment equity and merit-based hiring. We value diversity and a safe, inclusive environment. We encourage all qualified applicants; priority is given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

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