Locum Pediatric Neurologist

DoP; Ottawa; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A pediatric health care institution in Ottawa is recruiting a full-time locum Pediatric Neurologist for a 1-year term starting July 2026. Ideal candidates will be Royal College certified and experienced in providing pediatric neurological care. Responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient consultations, on-call coverage, and participating in academic and residency training roles. The position promotes equity and diversity in hiring and encourages applications from qualified candidates across diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Must provide consultation services for pediatric neurological disorders.
• On-call coverage for evenings and weekends may be required.
• Preference for candidates with Royal College certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide neurological care for children in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Engage in academic research and educational activities.
• Contribute to the Pediatric Neurology Residency training program.

Skills

Royal College certification (Neurology)

Inpatient and outpatient consultation

Bilingual in English and French

Education

MD and eligibility for licensing in Ontario

Job description

LOCUM PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGIST

DIVISION OF NEUROLOGY

1-year TERM

CHEO/University of Ottawa

The Department of Pediatrics at CHEO, University of Ottawa is recruiting a full-time locum Pediatric Neurologist within the Division of Neurology to fill a 1-year term beginning in July 2026.

The ideal candidate will be Royal College (Neurology) certified or equivalent, who can provide inpatient and outpatient consultation services for infants and children with acute and chronic neurological disorders. The candidate will be expected to provide on-call coverage for some evenings and weekends. While English is the language of the health record, functionality in French is an asset.

The Department of Pediatrics is affiliated with CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute and the University of Ottawa. Together, we provide outstanding patient care, leading research, and quality pediatric medical education. The Department of Pediatrics provides health care to newborns, children, and youth of the Ottawa area, as well as those from Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, Nunavut and parts of Northern Ontario (population of approximately 1.8 million). The Department of Pediatrics has 18 distinct divisions, which include Neurology.

The Division of Neurology provides neurological care for the children including general neurology as well as specialized clinics in epilepsy, sleep, white matter disorders, movement disorders and neuromuscular disorders. Pediatric Neurologists provide clinical care in both inpatient and outpatient clinic settings, provide on-call coverage and actively engage in academic research and contribute to educational activities.

CHEO has an active and accredited Pediatric Neurology Residency training program and offers Fellowships training in Epilepsy/EEG and Neuromuscular/EMG. We educate residents in pediatric neurology in our Royal College program in pediatric neurology and are also involved in education for pediatric, adult neurology and rehabilitation medicine residents. We are active members of many research networks nationally and internationally and are also involved in education research.

Priority will be given to candidates with certification with the Royal College of Physicians of Surgeons (Neurology) although equivalent training in other countries/jurisdictions will be considered.

Ottawa is Canada's capital city, which blends the cultural diversity and vibrancy of a capital city with the warmth and atmosphere of a smaller community. Ottawa possesses numerous national museums, renowned cultural institutions, festivals, passionate sports entertainment, and an excellent restaurant scene. Extensive natural areas, including the Ottawa River Parkway and Gatineau Park, support an active and healthy lifestyle. We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and indigeneity within our organization and the broader community.

The University of Ottawa is Canada's largest bilingual institution of higher learning and research. The Faculty of Medicine offers a wide range of competitive educational and research programs in a dynamic learning environment with state‑of‑the‑art facilities. The Faculty is recognized as a national leader in medical education and ranks among the top faculties of medicine worldwide for research intensity and impact.

CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health care and research and the CHEO Research Institute is the fastest growing RI in Canada. And we are expanding our pediatric health and research centre with a brand‑new state‑of‑the‑art integrated children’s treatment centre, slated for fall of 2026.

Candidates for this position must have an MD and be eligible for licensing in the Province of Ontario. All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

CHEO and the Department of Pediatrics are equal opportunity employers. We strongly encourage applications from individuals, including Indigenous peoples, those who identify as LGBTQ2S+, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please contact the Department of Pediatric Associates at [e-mail]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.