Pediatric Radiologist - Hamilton, ON, Canada - McMaster University

Description

The Department of Radiology, McMaster University and the Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Hamilton Health Sciences are seeking one to two academic pediatric radiologists to join the Pediatric Radiology Service located at McMaster University Medical Centre, McMaster Children's Hospital. Academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate's qualification and experience.

The Department is seeking a candidate(s) interested in a full time dedicated pediatric imaging clinical position at McMaster Children's Hospital. The ideal applicant(s) will have completed a fellowship in pediatric radiology. Subspecialty training in MSK or Neuroradiology is considered an asset. The successful applicant will be scheduled for pediatric clinical work involving all diagnostic imaging modalities as well as clinical subspecialty and teaching rounds, appropriate for their areas of expertise. They will also participate in the on-call rotation for the department.

As a full time faculty member within the Department of Radiology, successful candidates will promote clinical scholarship, have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship and will demonstrate excellence in clinical care, exhibit collegial, civil relations in all interactions. Collaboration with colleagues on improving pediatric imaging protocols, peer learning, quality assurance and training of technologists is expected. The McMaster residency program in diagnostic radiology is a highly rated training program in Canada. Pediatric radiologists in our department also teach and supervise residents in our accredited Neuroradiology residency program, as well as Pediatric radiology fellows. Participation in t ea c h i n g and supervision for our residency and subspecialty programs, as well as undergraduate programs is required, with a focus on expanding teaching and training in pediatric radiology.

Applicants must be certified (or eligible for certification) by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Diagnostic Radiology and Pediatric Radiology (or equivalent) and must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the Province of Ontario.

McMaster Children's Hospital (MCH) is a pediatric academic health science centre serving the special and unique healthcare needs of children and youth using a family-centred model of care. MCH serves a community of 2.3 million people from south central Ontario and beyond and is home to 165 acute care beds and 10 day beds, 80 subspecialty clinics, a Children's Treatment Centre and one of the largest and most impressive Neonatal Intensive Care Units in Canada. Each year MCH has over 210,000 patient encounters in our subspecialty clinics, diagnostic areas, emergency department, inpatient wards and operating rooms. The volume and complexity of pediatric imaging work is constantly increasing. Our Pediatric Department is currently in the process of expanding, hiring 27 pediatricians over the next 3 years. We are recruiting a pediatric radiologist, in order to support the anticipated major increase in imaging demands.

Hamilton Health Sciences is a family of seven hospitals and a cancer centre, serving more than 2.3 million residents of Hamilton, central south and central west Ontario. The Diagnostic Imaging Department at HHS provides comprehensive care for the region, with subspecialty imaging expertise.

McMaster University has consistently placed among the top 50 universities in the world for health and medicine. The Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine is world renowned for its innovative method of small group, problem-based education, and a focus on self-directed, life-long learning. The Department of Radiology provides rewarding opportunities for faculty who are interested in education, clinical excellence, research and multi-disciplinary team projects.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position. To comply with the Government of Canada's reporting requirements, the employer is obliged to gather information about applicants' status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: "Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada" or "No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada".

Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, names of three references and their Curriculum Vitae, all in PDF format directing your application to:

Head of Service, Pediatric Diagnostic Imaging

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster's commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection ( ) for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should communicate needs to the following contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at ext. 222-HR , or

• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext

How To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent, names of three references and their Curriculum Vitae, all in PDF format directing your application to:

Head of Service, Pediatric Diagnostic Imaging

Hamilton Health Sciences

1280 Main Street W., HSC-2S23

Hamilton, ON, L89 3Z5

Phone: ext

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.