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Pediatric Palliative Medicine and Complex Care Pediatrician

Employer
IWK Health Centre
Location
Halifax (City), Nova Scotia (CA)
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 31, 2020

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Sector
Doctors, Pediatrics
Organization Type
University and College

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Pediatric Palliative Medicine and Complex Care Pediatrician

Dalhousie University & IWK Health Centre

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

The Department of Pediatrics at Dalhousie University and the IWK Health Centre located in the wonderful harbour city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a full-time physician at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level. The successful candidate would be welcomed as a physician colleague to the Division of Pediatric Palliative Medicine/ the Pediatric Advanced Care Team, which currently includes a Pediatrician, Anesthesiologist, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Bereavement Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, and Volunteers.  The successful candidate will have a complimentary role as a general pediatrician, focusing on the care of children with medical complexity, with a mix of ambulatory and inpatient service on the Pediatric Medical Unit. The position would be equally divided between palliative and complex care, paralleling the position of the other PACT pediatrician.

Responsibilities include the provision of pain and symptom management of patients at IWK, as well as supporting clinicians who care for children (both inpatient and outpatient) throughout the Maritime Provinces. Demonstrated interest in clinical research relevant to pediatric palliative/complex care is an asset. Teaching opportunities abound within Dalhousie University, the IWK Health Centre, and more broadly throughout the urban and rural communities where care is collaboratively shared. Experience in medical education is an asset.

Academic qualifications include a MD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university with completed recognized specialty training and certification in Pediatrics.  In addition, we are seeking a physician with meaningful training/experience relevant to Pediatric Palliative Medicine, preferably BC/BE, and/or to pediatric neurodevelopmental disabilities/complex care.  Eligibility for medical licensure in the Province of Nova Scotia is essential.   Compensation and academic appointment is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Interested candidates should submit a current CV as well as a cover letter which includes a statement outlining their clinical, teaching and research interests.  Candidates should also provide the names and contact information for three referees (at least two of which must be academic).

If work in a truly satisfying environment, in a spectacular setting with abundant beaches, lakes and woodlands for the nature enthusiast, balanced by excellent and diverse cultural venues, has appeal, then Halifax is the place for you!

Applications for this position will be accepted until December 31, 2020.

To apply for this position, please go to http://dal.peopleadmin.ca

Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness.   The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.  For more information, please visit https://www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity  

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LOCUM NEONATOLOGIST

The Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Medicine and the IWK Health Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia is seeking a long-term locum tenens neonatologist for all or part of a 6-month block (with likely extension to 12-months) commencing July 1, 2022 for a 0.5 FTE vacancy.  The locum could be structured as part-time for the entire period or full-time for shorter periods.

The IWK Health Centre is an academic tertiary care pediatric and maternal care hospital.   It is the main perinatal centre for Nova Scotia and serves as the pediatric referral centre (including the only pediatric surgical services) for the Maritime Provinces.  The locum neonatologist will primarily provide clinical care as part of an interdisciplinary team in the 40-bed combined Level II/III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the IWK Health Centre.  There may also be opportunities to provide care through the Perinatal Follow-Up Program of Nova Scotia, which is closely affiliated with the Division and provides comprehensive detailed, longer term follow-up to selected infants.  Teaching would be a minor component of the role, focused primarily on trainees rotating through the service.  There are no expectations for research or administrative responsibilities.

The successful physician will join a team of seven academic neonatologists.  The NICU features a recently redeveloped state-of-the-art, single-family room care environment.  The service is supported by Obstetrical and Maternal-Fetal Medicine services, a full spectrum of on-site pediatric medical and surgical subspecialties, excellent diagnostic imaging and laboratory resources, and the Reproductive Care Program of Nova Scotia, one of the best regional perinatal programs in North America.  The academic mission of the Division is bolstered by a strong research environment that includes the Nova Scotia Atlee Perinatal Database and the Perinatal Epidemiology Research Unit. 

Academic qualifications include a MD degree (or equivalent) from an accredited university with completed recognized specialty training and certification in Pediatrics and in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (or equivalent).  Eligibility for medical licensure in Nova Scotia is required. 

The application deadline is June 3, 2022

Interested applicants should submit a covering letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees (minimum two academic) to:

Dr. C. David Simpson

Head, Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

IWK Health Centre, P.O. Box 9700

5850/5980 University Avenue

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3K 6R8

Phone:         (902) 470-3710

Fax:              (902) 470-6469

E-Mail:         CDavid.Simpson@iwk.nshealth.ca

Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

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