About this role
Compensation Pay Range:
$0.00-$0.00
Job Description:
The Palliative Care Program at CHEO and Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, in collaboration with the Department of Pediatrics at CHEO, University of Ottawa, is recruiting a full-time Pediatric Palliative Care physician. The ideal candidate will be Royal College certified or equivalent in a primary specialty, with additional training or experience in Pediatric Palliative Medicine. In addition, they should have a demonstrated interest in both research and education. The successful candidate will be eligible for a faculty appointment in the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Ottawa at an academic rank commensurate with experience. While English is the language of the health record, the ability to function in French is ideal. Functionality in other languages is also 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 Palliative Care Program includes 5 physicians and provides Specialist Palliative Care services in a multidisciplinary team to children of all ages with life-limiting conditions and their families including diagnoses which are identified during pregnancy. Clinical, academic, and administrative tasks for physicians are shared within the group, as is the compensation. Our model of care includes coverage for patients in hospital, most-responsible physician for patients at Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice and home visits within the city of Ottawa for which ability to drive is expected. Our well-established program has a collegial atmosphere, with comprehensive clinical expertise. Care provided by the multidisciplinary team includes support for parents, grandparents and siblings who have experienced the loss of a child. We are a regional referral center serving a population of approximately 1.8 million, including over 500,000 children from Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, parts of Northern Ontario and the Qikiqtaaluk (Baffin) region of Nunavut.
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.
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 strives to create the best life possible for our staff, medical staff and learners. We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and indigeneity within our organization and the broader community. CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health care and research, and the CHEO Research Institute (RI) is the fastest growing RI in Canada. We are expanding our pediatric health and research centre with a brand-new state-of-the-art integrated children's treatment centre, anticipated to be completed in 2028.
With sustainability as a driving force, CHEO is an organization that is Growing 4 Good. We use the most current technologies and innovative practices. CHEO was recently recognized as a Stage 7 healthcare organization utilizing full Electronic Health Record functionality to enable high quality care, functionality, and integration with outside organizations.
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.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a curriculum vitae and letter of interest.
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources. 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.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.