University of Toronto
Date Posted: 05/16/2023
Closing Date: 12/31/2023, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 31250
Job Category: Faculty – Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Medical Imaging
Hospital Affiliation: Hospital for Sick Children
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description:
The Department of Diagnostic Imaging at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, a major pediatric referral center, invites applications from interested, qualified pediatric interventional radiologists for a faculty full-time position in the Division of Image Guided Therapy. The ideal candidate must have an M.D. or equivalent, be board-certified, and have fellowship and clinical experience in body Pediatric Interventional Radiology and Interventional Oncology. Additional experience with image-guided tumor ablation techniques, musculoskeletal interventions, hepato-biliary interventions in liver transplants, vascular anomalies, and MRI-guided Interventions is advantageous. The candidate should be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). Experience as a Staff Pediatric Interventional Radiologist and a solid research background in Pediatric Interventional Radiology is preferred. The candidate should be collaborative and should be an excellent inter- & intra-disciplinary team player with high professional values. All candidates must be able to function proficiently in English. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2023.
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), a major pediatric referral center and teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, is a world-renowned leader in health care, research, and teaching. SickKids is a tertiary care, world-renowned facility which was recognized recently by Newsweek as the No.1 pediatric hospital in the World (https://www.newsweek.com/worlds-best-specialized-hospitals-2022/pediatrics). SickKids is committed to providing excellence in care with a highly qualified, interdisciplinary, hospital-based medical staff. SickKids has more than 300 beds and performs more than 6,000 interventional procedures (vascular and nonvascular) on over 4,000 patients per year.
The Division of Pediatric Interventional Radiology currently consists of 4 full-time pediatric body interventional radiologists, 1 full-time pediatric interventional neuroradiologist, and 1 clinical associate in interventional neuroradiology. The Division works collaboratively and closely with pediatricians, oncologists, surgeons, and other disciplines as part of the Centre of Image Guided Care. The Centre of Image Guided Care consists of 5 modern image-guided suites, including three single-plane and one bi-plane angiography equipment, dedicated high-resolution ultrasounds, and a 3T Interventional/ Intra-operative MRI.
Faculty appointment at the University of Toronto and salary will be made commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications. An additional incentive is provided for extended and on call hours of work related to complex interventional procedures that the candidate will have to be involved in. The candidate should be eligible for an academic position at the University of Toronto preferably at the rank of Assistant Professor or above. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision Care, Life Group Insurance, Disability Insurance Pension contributions, and if eligible relocation package. The position provides an excellent opportunity for professional development, collaborative, and individual research with protected academic time. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and CV to: Jill Hynes, c/o Dr. Birgit Ertl-Wagner, Radiologist-in-Chief, The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8 via email at [email protected].
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, aboriginal person, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Salary: $ 407,000 to $509,000
Benefits: Health and Dental (including Vision Care), Long & Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance.
Pension: Defined Contribution Pension
Relocation: To reimburse costs associated with relocation if required.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Work Location: The Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8
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