Medical Geneticist

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is looking for a part-time temporary Medical Geneticist to join their team in Victoria General Hospital. The ideal candidate holds a Fellowship in Medical Genetics and is skilled in diagnostics and consultations. Responsibilities include mentoring medical students and providing consultations on various genetic services. The position is flexible and offers the chance to work in a beautiful city known for its quality of life.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Fellowship in Medical Genetics with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons.
• Eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.
• Ability to provide consultations on prenatal services, dysmorphology, and rare diseases.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team at the Victoria General Hospital.
• Mentor students of the UBC Island Medical Program.
• Provide Medical Genetics consultation in subspecialty areas.

Skills

Excellent diagnosing skills

Interpersonal abilities

Collaborative skills

Teaching commitment

Education

Fellowship in Medical Genetics

Job description

Island Health’s Department of Laboratory Medicine has an opportunity for a part time temporary (0.5 FTE) Medical Geneticist to work with the team at the Victoria General Hospital in Victoria, British Columbia for up to 9 months.

The successful candidate will hold a Fellowship in Medical Genetics with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or its CCMG specialist equivalent) and be eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC. The successful candidate will be an excellent diagnostician with superlative interpersonal and collaborative abilities. While primary duties could be in one or more subspecialty areas, the ability to provide broad Medical Genetics consultation inclusive of prenatal services, dysmorphology and other familial and rare diseases is essential. A commitment to teaching is also required, as you will mentor students of the UBC Island Medical Program and students and residents from other programs.

Note:

The department is open to flexible scheduling.

To discuss this position further, please contact Dr. Michelle Steinraths at [e-mail]

Start Date

As soon as possible

Community Information

Perched on the southern-most tip, Victoria is Vancouver Island’s largest city and is in close proximity to Vancouver and Seattle. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and enviable quality of life, Victoria provides the opportunity to combine a rewarding career and a lifestyle second-to none.

Strong public schools are complemented by multiple renowned private schools in and adjacent to Victoria. With our temperate climate, rich heritage and vibrant cultural scene, Victoria provides the very best of urban and rural living.