Job Description

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world.  As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education.  Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day.  SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.
 

The Department of Diagnostic Imaging at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, a major pediatric referral centre, invites applications from interested, qualified Radiologists for a full-time permanent faculty position in Pediatric Radiology, in the division of General Pediatric Radiology (expected start date of January 31, 2025).

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, 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. The Hospital has approximately 340 beds and performs approximately 140,000 imaging studies per year.

The ideal candidate must have an M.D. or equivalent, be board-certified in radiology and should have fellowship and clinical experience from a reputed institution in pediatric radiology. Clinical experience in all aspects of general pediatric radiology, including conventional radiographs, fluoroscopic procedures, ultrasound, CT and body magnetic resonance imaging is a must. A strong interest in musculoskeletal imaging would be an asset. We are looking for candidates who have shown excellence in modern pediatric imaging. Focused creative professional activity and a strong academic acumen in research and education will be considered favorably. Proficiency in English is required and should be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).

The General Pediatric Radiology Division works collaboratively and closely with other divisions within the department (Neuroradiology, Interventional Radiology/IGT and Nuclear Medicine) and with other disciplines of pediatric medicine and surgery. The division also has dedicated cardiac and musculoskeletal radiologists. The Department has a strong educational program with approximately 15 dedicated Pediatric Fellows per year in various divisions and 4 to 6 University of Toronto Radiology Residents rotating through the department.

Faculty appointment at the University of Toronto and salary will be made commensurate with the candidate¿s experience and qualifications. 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, etc. The position provides an excellent opportunity for professional development along with 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 jill.hynes@sickkids.ca.

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, and 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: $393,000 to $492,000

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

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

 When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process.  Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a health care institution, our highest priority is the safety of patients, families and staff.  As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our patients, families and our staff.  Therefore, any offer of employment is conditional upon you submitting proof that you have been fully vaccinated with a Health Canada or World Health Organization (WHO) approved COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible and no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the effective start date, in addition to satisfying any other condition(s) that may be set out in an offer.  If a candidate fails to satisfy this condition (or any other condition(s) set out in an offer), any offer of employment shall be immediately rescinded.

How to Apply

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