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Pediatric Physiatrist - Kinsmen Children’s Centre
April 24, 2024
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), and College of Medicine at the University Saskatchewan (U of S), seek a full-time Pediatric Physiatrist to join our team. The position will be located in Saskatoon at the Kinsmen Children’s Centre in association with the Alvin Buckwold Child Development Program. You will be joining a passionate interdisciplinary team of Nurses, Physical therapists, Occupational therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Medical Social Workers, Clinical Psychologists, and Case Managers who provide ambulatory and inpatient care for children with a broad spectrum of developmental rehabilitation needs. You will also participate in existing interdisciplinary specialist ambulatory clinics with other specialists that include Developmental Pediatricians, Neurologists, Orthopedic surgeons, Neurosurgeons and Geneticists who provide scheduled consultation services at the brand-new Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH). You will work closely with colleagues who provide Pediatric Rehabilitation care within the Children’s Program at the Wascana Rehabilitation Centre (WRC) located in Regina.
Your practice will include caring for children and adolescents with acquired and congenital neuromuscular disease, brain injury, and other neurological-related conditions and will incorporate management of spasticity, orthotic, prosthetic, equipment prescription and evaluation, and other areas based on interest. There are opportunities for electro-diagnostic and interventional procedures based on experience and evidence of training.
This position is funded through the Academic Clinical Funding Program (ACFP), which provides protected time for clinical, administrative, and academic duties. Clinical teaching of medical students and residents is required and as part of the academic faculty, you will have the opportunity for research and continued program development. You will be appointed as non-tenured faculty in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan at the level of Assistant Professor or commensurate with your current appointment. Cross appointment with the Department of Pediatrics is also available.
This position offers highly competitive compensation levels with the ACFP in two TIERS with a transition into the second tier after 3 years. For compensation details and incentives information please contact: Dr. Gary Linassi, Provincial Department Head, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Compensation details: Contract
Benefits: Responsibility of the physician
Location of practice: Saskatoon, SK
Qualifications/Requirements of the position:
The successful applicants will have or be eligible for certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with the Royal College of Physicians of Canada and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan and ideally will have post-fellowship training in Pediatric Physiatry or equivalent experience.
The Provincial Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (SHA - Provincial Department - Services) is comprised of 19 hospital and community-based Physiatrists who work in either the Saskatoon or Regina catchment areas serving approximately half the province equally. This is an inaugural Pediatric Physiatry position for Saskatoon which will augment existing Pediatric Rehabilitation services located in Regina.
We have a provincial mandate to deliver the academic and clinical needs of the province. Our clinical practice covers the broad spectrum of rehabilitation-related disorders with a mix of hospital and community-based practices that provide acute, chronic, and interventional care. Our 10-person strong residency program is Royal College accredited and we have a strong track record of research productivity.
The University:
The beautiful U of S campus is located on the shores of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base and a vibrant cultural life. The U of S is a research-intensive institution with 22,000 students and 7,000 faculty and staff, and a strong reputation for innovation and excellence. The campus has two of the largest science projects in the country – the Canadian Light Source synchrotron and the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization/International Vaccine Centre. The newly constructed Academic Health Sciences Complex is home to the College of Medicine with the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation located in the newly built City Hospital complex hospital.
The Authority:
The SHA is the largest organization in Saskatchewan, employing over 44,000 employees and physicians responsible for the delivery of high-quality and timely health care for the entire province. We are driven by the commitment to improve front-line patient care for Saskatchewan people, and we are working together to better coordinate health services across the province to ensure that patients receive high-quality, timely health care, where ever they live in Saskatchewan.
The City:
Saskatoon Shines! Saskatoon is the largest city in Saskatchewan with more hours of sunshine than any other major Canadian city. Saskatoon is in the first place a university city with a large student and faculty population. Excellent educational facilities such as the University of Saskatchewan, home of the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, draw the best minds from around the world creating a youthful vitality and cultural richness evident in every neighborhood. Saskatoon offers non-stop entertainment opportunities including world-class events, festivals, and attractions, a strong arts and music focus, and a short drive to the northern lake country. We host an international airport with excellent connections to all major centers in Canada and beyond.
How to Apply:
SHA and the College of Medicine supports a shared commitment to a Representative Workforce that is respectful and inclusive of all staff and clients and welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Interested candidates, please submit your curriculum vitae in confidence to either:
Dr A. Gary Linassi, Provincial Department Head
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Email: gary.linassi@saskhealthauthority.ca
Amanda Lee, Specialist, Recruitment and Retention
Practitioner Staff Affairs
Suite 6740 - Royal University Hospital
103 Hospital Drive | Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8
Email: Amanda.lee@saskhealthauthority.ca
Please note applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Physician–Phoenix Children’s
April 19, 2024
Phoenix Children’s is seeking a talented, energetic, compassionate and collegial Pediatric Physiatrist/Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physician to join the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R).
The Division of PM&R, a key division within Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s comprises an expert team of three fellowship-trained pediatric PM&R physicians and two nurse practitioners who provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care, allowing children to achieve their optimal level of independence.
The ideal candidates will have a broad base of clinical knowledge and a strong interest in program development, specifically the growth of inpatient and outpatient programs as Phoenix Children’s continues to expand services and capability. Clinical work includes the inpatient rehabilitation unit, the inpatient PM&R consult service, the outpatient physiatry clinic, and other multidisciplinary clinics. The Division is actively involved in injection therapy management for spasticity and dystonia in a variety of settings, as well as multidisciplinary surgical management, including SDR/ITB/DBS. Opportunities available for clinical expansion in EMG/NCV. Educational/teaching involvement with the Honor Health PM&R residency program in Phoenix as well as pediatric, neurology, and palliative care training programs.
Highlights of PM&R Division:
- The only dedicated acute pediatric and adolescent inpatient rehabilitation program and the only fellowship trained pediatric PM&R staff in the state of Arizona and in the contiguous regions
- 12-bed CARF-accredited inpatient unit with private rooms, ventilator capability, and contiguous therapy gym and private therapy treatment room spaces
- Up to date rehab technology and experienced inpatient and outpatient pediatric therapists
- Onsite school program, psychology, neuropsychology, pet and music therapy support services
- Gait lab
- Strong interdisciplinary environment
- Opportunities for pediatric and PM&R resident education, medical student and fellow rotations
- Ability to seek faculty status at University of Arizona, Arizona State, Mayo Clinic, and Creighton
- Clinical research opportunities and institutional research support
- Part of Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s and a member of the Phoenix Children’s Medical Group
- Administrative opportunities for the neuroscience institute, hospital level, and University of Arizona College of Medicine committee membership as well as opportunities for leadership within the Division, the PM&R residency program, and the Phoenix Children’s Medical Staff
Phoenix Children’s is Arizona’s only children’s hospital recognized by US News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals, ranking in eight specialties in 2023-24. Phoenix Children’s also consistently ranks on the Becker’s Hospital Review list of the 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare.
The Phoenix Valley Region is the fifth largest metropolitan area in the US. Over the last several years, Phoenix and its surrounding communities have experienced significant population growth while still maintaining a favorable cost of living compared to the other largest metro areas. Year-round sunshine, abundant scenic desert landscape, and access to every possible cultural and recreational, and spectator sports activities are other advantages of living in the Phoenix Valley area.
This position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including employer retirement contribution, generous vacation/meeting time, CME funds, health and dental benefits, disability, and life insurance.
Qualifications include:
- BC/BE in PM&R
- MD/DO
- Arizona state license
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with cover letter.
David Blaha
Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
Phoenix Children’s
(440) 223-5256
dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com
https://careers.phoenixchildrens.com/Positions/Posting/543898
Phoenix Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Advanced Practice Provider Neurology (NP or PA)
April 12, 2024
Position Responsibilities:
- Rehabilitation and neurological management with physician oversight.
- APP must demonstrate knowledge and be familiar with the broad scope of rehabilitation and neurological principles.
- Performs physical exams, initial and interim histories during clinic visits, admissions, discharges, and consultations.
- APP should be comfortable learning procedures (i.e. baclofen pump refills, assist with botulinum toxin injections, interrogate vagal nerve stimulators).
- Documents notes and findings to the electronic medical record for patient encounters.
- Assists in research projects and educating students and residents rotating through the rehabilitation and neurology clinics.
- Assists and supports the nursing staff with clinical questions/issues, prescriptions, follow-ups, consults, etc.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Must be a graduate of an AMA/CAHEA approved PA program or NP program.
- Current NCCPA certification and Baccalaureate degree required.
- Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners Licensure.
- Advanced Practice Nurse must hold a current Texas APRN License and have graduated from a MSN program recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing Examiners.
- Previous pediatric and/or rehabilitation/neurology clinical experience preferred.
Work Schedule and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
View the job online: https://src.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ScottishRiteforChildren/job/Dallas-TX/Advanced-Practice-Provider--Neurology--NP-or-PA-_JR4585
Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Division Chief or Faculty
April 10, 2024
Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Faculty or Leadership Opportunity
Children’s Nebraska, with the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, is currently recruiting a division chief or faculty for Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. We are seeking individuals who are fellowship-trained in Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation to provide clinical expertise for this growing department that collaborates closely with a team of several subspecialists. The candidate will have clinical and academic experience within a complex, pediatric tertiary care medical center. Successful candidates will hold a faculty appointment at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Candidates will have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. We seek individuals with strong emotional and social intelligence and a demonstrated ability to connect with others in a meaningful way at all levels of the organization and university.
Research interests are strongly desired and supported. Children’s growth and transformation create opportunities for innovation, education, and research. The Child Health Research Institute, a partnership with Children’s Nebraska and UNMC, assists investigators with start-up funding and infrastructure for clinical, basic science, or translational research. Research interests are strongly desired and supported. Children’s growth and transformation create opportunity for innovation, education, and research. This is a unique opportunity with unlimited potential to advance a strong clinical and academic career in Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
About Children’s Nebraska:
- 225-bed, nonprofit organization
- Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
- Level IV NICU
- Provide expertise in more than 50 specialties across a five-state region and beyond
- Recently expanded surgical space, NICU, radiology and Emergency Department
- Named one of the best employers in the state by Forbes magazine
With a population of nearly one million, Omaha offers all the amenities of a big city with the warmth of the Midwest. The area is rich in arts and cultural activities and is home to a world-class zoo that appeals to children and adults alike. Greater Omaha has an outstanding educational system of public and private schools and is home to numerous universities and colleges. In addition to the many collegiate sports, Omaha hosts Olympic-level events and the College World Series. All of this, combined with a diverse economy with multiple Fortune 500 companies, makes for an extraordinary quality of life.
We are committed to increasing diversity in our organizations to reflect the population that we serve and encourage applications from all candidates who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Nominations, expressions of interest, and applications (including cover letter and CV/resume) should be submitted to: Jacki Nun, Administrator, Physician & Faculty Recruitment at jnun@childrensnebraska.org. All replies will be treated with confidentiality.
Academic Child Neurology + IOM | Dallas, TX | Pediatric Orthopedic Hospital
April 4, 2024
Opportunity Details:
- Incredible opportunity for a Child Neurologist with fellowship training in neurophysiology, epilepsy or neuromuscular medicine to join the amazing team at Scottish Rite for Children, one of the nation's leading pediatric orthopedic centers.
- Specialty clinics including Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis, Neuromuscular, Motor Control and well as the Cerebral Palsy Center.
- There are four clinic sessions (2 days) per week plus a dedicated half day for research
- The position is approximately 90% clinical and 10% research; and includes teaching
- The clinical practice is 45% is Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM). Training in IONM is available
- Academic rank determined by the hospital’s academic partner, UT Southwestern
Compensation and Benefits Details:
- Salaried position, commensurate with experience
- Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as life insurance and disability
- Retirement plan
- Paid Time Off - 6 weeks
- Paid medical malpractice insurance
Living in Dallas, Texas:
- Dallas is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country. This booming city is full of entertainment options including professional sports and one of the largest urban arts districts, giving residents access to a cultural smorgasbord of fine art, performing arts, symphony, opera, and theatre.
- Educational choices abound from public and private schools as well as local colleges and universities
- No state income tax
Scottish Rite for Children is one of the nation’s leading pediatric orthopedic centers. A wide range of orthopedic conditions are treated, including sports injuries and fractures, as well as certain arthritic, neurological and learning disorders, such as dyslexia. Patients receive treatment regardless of the family’s ability to pay.
Contact Tonya Hamlin for more information.
Call | Text: 469-909-6693
Job link: https://jobs.jacksonphysiciansearch.com/job-details/academic-child-neurology-iom-dallas-tx-pediatric-orthopedic-hospital-in-physicianpediatrics-all-jobs-877436
Assistant/Associate/Professor-Peoria (Child Development)
April 4, 2024
Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location: Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1021928
Posting Close Date: 5/14/2024
The University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) seeks a physician for a position at the level of Professor, Associate Professor or Assistant Professor to enhance an important clinical program.
Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician position requires candidates who have or are eligible for Illinois licensure, BC/BE in pediatrics and BC/BE in DBPeds or NDD. This pediatrician will support the continued development of several comprehensive service lines within the Division of Child Development and Rehabilitation. Candidates with scholarly and research interests are highly desirable, along with experience in teaching medical students and residents.
Position Summary: Provide care services to patients and instruction to learners focused on developmental delays, ADHD, or autism spectrum disorders.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Participate in undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs of the Department.
- Provide outpatient diagnostic and management services for patients in the region with general developmental delay, intellectual disabilities, and autism spectrum disorder.
- Organize and conduct research programs in developmental behavior pediatrics.
- Perform other duties of a University faculty member including committee assignments, curriculum development, student counseling, and administration.
- Help lead quality improvement projects for the division.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- MD/DO or foreign equivalent
- Eligible for licensure in Illinois
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics and Development-Behavioral Pediatrics (DBPeds) or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD)
- 3 years Residency/3 years in Fellowship training DBPeds or NDD
Preferred Qualifications:
- Leadership in teaching residents and fellows in DBPeds of NDD patient care
- Experience in leading a team of providers in the interdisciplinary care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
About University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria (UICOMP) Department of Pediatrics and OSF Healthcare Children’s Hospital of Illinois:
UICOMP is one of the three regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine, one of the largest public medical schools in the country. UICOMP’s educational programs include 244 medical students and 300 residents/fellows in 21 different post graduate programs. The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest departments at UICOMP. In collaboration with the OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois, the Department has 19 divisions and over 145 faculty members providing general pediatrics and subspecialty services to the pediatric population in Central Illinois.
About Children’s Hospital of Illinois:
The current research infrastructure within the Department includes office of research, a dedicated biostatistician and internal research funding mechanism to support our faculty. The primary teaching hospital of UICOMP is Children’s Hospital of Illinois, a tertiary care facility serving a 37-county region with a population base of over two million. Children’s Hospital of Illinois provides comprehensive services to children, including Level IV NICU and a state-designated Pediatric Critical Care Center. Children’s Hospital of Illinois is a major medical facility with 136 beds and a 32-bed critical care unit and the only Level 1 trauma center in Illinois outside of Chicago. There are existing resources through UICOMP and Children’s Hospital of Illinois for seeding research funding, quality and outcomes focused academic work and innovation in health education. The hospital is also proud to house the St. Jude Midwest Affiliate, which brings some of the care and services offered by St. Jude in Memphis to central Illinois.
About Easterseals:
Easterseals of Central Illinois is the largest single provider of early intervention services in downstate Illinois. Other services offered in collaboration with UICOMP and Children’s Hospital of Illinois include developmental therapy, autism spectrum disorder services, and a full range of therapy services (PT, OT, speech, feeding).
About Peoria, IL:
One of the oldest communities in Illinois with a population of 112,936, Peoria is an equal distance from Chicago and St. Louis. Here we have an enviable standard of living, exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive from our homes, safe streets, quality and quantity shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, Broadway Theater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities, the nation's oldest community theater and oldest Santa Claus parade.
Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivals and celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinary Fourth of July Sky Concert fireworks show that draws well over 100,000 annually. Citizens are flocking to live in the refurbished warehouses and lofts on Water Street that produce the perfect lifestyle for a 24/7 city.
We have many global businesses that allow Peoria to play all over the world through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy with infotech industries as well. Thus our business community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout the nation.
For fullest consideration, please submit your application at: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/7405?c=uic
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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Division Chief Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Phoenix Children’s
March 28, 2024
Phoenix Children’s is seeking a talented, energetic, innovative and collegial Pediatric Physiatrist/Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physician to lead the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) within Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s.
The Pediatric Division Chief of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is a leadership position responsible for overseeing and guiding the clinical, educational, and research activities within the division. This role entails providing comprehensive and specialized medical care to pediatric patients with neuromuscular conditions, congenital conditions and trauma/injuries, while leading a team of healthcare professionals and collaborating with other departments to ensure the highest quality of care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Leadership:
- Provide expert clinical care to pediatric patients with physical disabilities, neuromuscular disorders, congenital conditions, and injuries.
- Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs, involving a combination of medical interventions, therapies, and rehabilitation techniques.
- Collaborate with other healthcare specialists, such as pediatricians, orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, and therapists, to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Administrative and Leadership:
- Lead the Pediatric PM&R division, including overseeing daily operations, resource allocation, growth, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Recruit, hire, and mentor a team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, nurses, and support staff.
- Develop and manage the division's budget, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to financial goals.
- Education and Training:
- Provide educational leadership by developing and implementing training programs for medical students, residents, and fellows in the field of Pediatric PM&R.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the division.
- Research and Innovation:
- Engage in clinical research and contribute to advancing the field of Pediatric PM&R through publications, presentations, and participation in relevant conferences.
- Collaborate with research teams to identify opportunities for improving treatment outcomes, patient experiences, and innovative therapies.
- Collaboration and Networking:
- Collaborate with other departments, healthcare institutions, and community organizations to enhance patient care, referral pathways, and community outreach.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to foster partnerships and support the division's goals.
- Quality Improvement and Patient Safety:
- Establish and monitor quality metrics to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
- Implement evidence-based practices and protocols to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
Qualifications:
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, preferably with sub-specialization in Pediatric PM&R.
- Eligibility for medical licensure in the jurisdiction of practice.
- Proven clinical expertise in Pediatric PM&R, with a strong record of patient care and outcomes.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, ideally in a clinical or academic setting.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Strong commitment to education, research, and the advancement of the field.
The Frances H. McClelland Rehabilitation Program at Phoenix Children's is the only pediatric and adolescent acute inpatient rehabilitation program in Arizona. It’s the largest and most comprehensive program of its kind in the region. The inpatient rehabilitation program at Phoenix Children’s has a high percentage of patients with brain-related diagnoses. Although we treat a wide range of patients with other conditions, children with neurological injuries represent the largest group of patients we serve. This is because our teams have extensive pediatric-focused experience in neurology, complex rehabilitation and related specialties. Our exceptional expertise includes specialty care through Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) at Phoenix Children’s and our status as a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center.
The physicians in the Division of PM&R are employed under Phoenix Children’s Medical Group and work collaboratively with others in neuroscience under the auspices of the BNI for children at Phoenix Children’s. This position would share coverage of the inpatient rehabilitation unit, the inpatient PM&R consult service, and both outpatient physiatry as well as multi-disciplinary clinics. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in program development, a broad base of clinical knowledge, and a particular interest in botulinum toxin/ phenol injections. There are opportunities to participate in clinical research.
To support the Division, Phoenix Children’s has the full complement of pediatric specialists, therapists, psychologists and neuropsychologists. Phoenix Children’s is cited by US News and World Report as a top children’s hospital in eight specialty areas. Our main academic partner is the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix where our doctors constitute the Department of Child Health. We also have academic affiliations with Arizona State University, the Mayo Clinic and Creighton University College of Medicine. We have a large pediatric residency program, a neurology residency, and we participate in a joint Med-Peds residency.
To request more information or express your interest in this opportunity, please contact:
David Blaha
Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
p (602) 933-1101 | c (319) 290-2906
dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com
Daniel J. Ostlie, MD
Surgeon-in-Chief and Chair of Surgery
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
p (602) 933-7003
dostlie@phoenixchildrens.com
https://careers.phoenixchildrens.com/Positions/Posting/774170
Physiatrist-Neuromotor Disorders, Division of Developmental Pediatrics - BC Children’s Hospital/Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children & University of British Columbia
March 25, 2024
Physiatrist-Neuromotor Disorders
BC Children’s Hospital/Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children
University of British Columbia
Temporary One Year Position, 0.5-1.0 FTE
An outstanding opportunity is available to join the Division of Developmental Pediatrics at BC Children’s Hospital/Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children and the University of British Columbia as a physiatrist in the area of neuromotor disabilities.
The Child Development and Rehabilitation (CDR) Program at Sunny Hill is a provincial resource providing consultation and community support for the management of children with disabilities. You will be expected to work with the inter-disciplinary team within the Neuromotor Program and Acute Rehabilitation Unit and take a role in working with our team to develop provincially focused evidence-based services for children with rehabilitation needs. Our population includes children and adolescents with a variety of neuromotor disabilities and children and who require rehabilitation. Services are provided in the outpatient, day patient, and inpatient setting. This role will include clinical health services planning and quality improvement activities related to relevant programs within CDR, as well as involvement and potential opportunities for taking on a leadership role in developing a new outpatient rehabilitation program.
The Division has twenty-one members and works within a program management model with excellent inter-professional collaborative opportunities. The Division has a Royal College approved training program in Developmental Pediatrics.
The successful candidate will have certification in Physical medicine and rehabilitation (or equivalent training within another country) and have relevant experience related to children and adolescents. Training in pediatric rehabilitation will be an advantage. The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a specialist’s license to practice in British Columbia.
The anticipated start date is negotiable. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications including your most current CV; letter of interest; and names, academic rank, and contact information of four referees (including one from your current employer), will be accepted until the position is filled and should be directed to:
Dr. Sharon Smile
Interim Head, Division of Developmental Pediatrics
BC Children’s Hospital/Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children
Email administrative assistant Natalie Garrett.
About Provincial Health Services Authority
BC Children's Hospital (BCCH) cares for the province's most acutely ill or injured children and youth, provides developmental and rehabilitation services to children and youth throughout BC, and offers a broad range of health services. Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children (SHHC), a leading provincial facility offering specialized services to children and youth with developmental disabilities from birth to age 19, works collaboratively with BCCH. SHHC focuses on the child and their family while supporting health care professionals in their community. BCCH also operates a wide number of specialized health programs, is a leading acute care teaching facility, and conducts research to advance health and care through the Child and Family Research Institute and in partnership with the University of British Columbia.
BCCH and SHHC are agencies of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialty and province-wide health care services across BC. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. These include: Patients first • Best value • Results matter • Excellence through knowledge • Open to possibilities.
For more information on all that the PHSA has to offer, please visit: careers.phsa.ca
For more information about BC Children’s Hospital, please visit the website.
PHSA, BCCH, and SHHC are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Government unanimous passing of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to meaningful and lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as we move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.