Pediatric Emergency Physician(s), Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine - BC Children's Hosp[...]

BC Childrens Hospital; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A pediatric healthcare institution in Vancouver is looking for Pediatric Emergency Physicians for full-time and part-time positions. Responsibilities include clinical service in the Emergency Department and involvement in educational programs. Candidates must have completed a relevant residency and be eligible for a specialist license. The position offers a chance to engage with research and community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a subspecialty residency-training program in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Emergency Medicine.
• Required to have experience in an Emergency Department with significant pediatric volume.
• Must be eligible for a specialist license.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service to the Emergency Department of BCCH.
• Participate in provincial leadership in pediatric emergency medicine.
• Engage in medical education programs.

Skills

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine

Leadership in pediatric emergency medicine

Clinical education

Engagement in research

Education

Completed subspecialty residency-training program

Eligible for specialist license by College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia

Job description

Overview

British Columbia Children's Hospital (BCCH) cares for acutely ill or injured children and youth, provides developmental and rehabilitation services, and operates specialized health programs through multiple health services provider groups. BCCH is a leading acute care teaching facility and engages in research through the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute and in partnership with the University of British Columbia (UBC). BCCH is a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). Our values include: Respect people, Be compassionate, Dare to innovate, Cultivate partnerships, and Serve with purpose.

As the main pediatric clinical training site for the Faculty of Medicine at UBC, BCCH is the leading acute care teaching facility in the province and collaborates with BCCHR and other institutions. BCCH is accredited as the only Pediatric Trauma Center in British Columbia and serves as the site for definitive care of all major trauma in the province.

Division and Department

Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of British Columbia. BC Children’s Hospital Emergency Physicians Associates (CHEPA) operate in the Emergency Department and support clinical care, research, and education.

Position

Pediatric Emergency Physician(s) – Regular Full Time/Part Time Position(s)

Clinical commitments are negotiable between (0.40 FTE to 0.80 FTE)

Responsibilities and Opportunities

• Provide clinical service to the Emergency Department of BCCH as part of CHEPA.
• Participate in provincial leadership in pediatric emergency medicine.
• Engage in undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing medical education programs of the Division of Emergency Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics, and the Department of Emergency Medicine at UBC.
• Participate in divisional and departmental operations initiatives and staff meetings.
• Support clinical and health services research within the division. Identify and contribute non-clinical areas of expertise (e.g., quality improvement, education, POCUS, toxicology) to advance University, Health Authority, and Provincial mandates.
• Be actively engaged in divisional activities beyond clinical shift-work.

Qualifications

• Completed a subspecialty residency-training program in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Emergency Medicine, accredited by the RCPSC, or hold CCFP-EM certification.
• If not subspecialty-trained, must have experience practicing in an Emergency Department with significant pediatric volume and complexity.
• Eligible for a specialist license as determined by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.
• UBC Clinical Faculty Rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Appointment Details

The start date(s) are negotiable but immediately available. Applications will be accepted until the position(s) are filled.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should send their cover letter noting the specific vacancy, CV and the name, title, and contact information for three referees to:

Melissa Skaugset, MD, FRCPC (she/her)
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine
Division Head, Pediatric Emergency Medicine
University of British Columbia / BC Children’s Hospital
C/O Christina Tou, Administrative Assistant, email: [e-mail]

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

UBC and BCCH hire on the basis of merit and are committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Reconciliation

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. We support the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act and work with Indigenous Peoples toward self-determination and lasting reconciliation.