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The Department of Pediatrics at CHEO, University of Ottawa is recruiting a general pediatrician to a clinical associate (CA) hospitalist role.

The Department of Pediatrics is affiliated with CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute and the University of Ottawa. Together, we provide outstanding patient care, leading research, and quality pediatric medical education. The Department of Pediatrics provides health care to newborns, children and youth of the Ottawa area, as well as those from Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, Nunavut and parts of Northern Ontario (population of approximately 1.8 million). The Department of Pediatrics has 18 distinct divisions.

The clinical associate (CA) hospitalist role will assist in providing care for medical inpatients who are admitted under one of the medical subspecialists. The role would involve primarily coverage of weekdays and assist the staff subspecialists in providing care to patients admitted under them, with guidance for decision making and support from the MRP at all times. This would involve both the day to day care of these patients, as well as facilitating their admission from the Emergency Department or clinic and transfers from ICU.

CHEO’s inpatient subspecialty medical units admit a large breadth and volume of pediatric patients throughout the year. The patients admitted under the subspecialists are all known to that service with an established diagnosis. The most frequent admissions are from hematology/oncology, gastroenterology, neurology and endocrinology.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a hospital- based academic practice, engage in teaching, and participate in innovative research and advocacy. They will be appointed at the University of Ottawa academic rank commensurate with experience and academic accomplishment.

Ottawa is Canada's capital city, arguably the most livable, affordable, vibrant and green G-7 capital in the world. Ottawa provides an outstanding quality of life. It blends the cultural diversity and vibrancy as the capital city with the warmth and atmosphere of a smaller community. Ottawa possesses numerous national museum, renounced cultural institutions, festivals, passionate sports entertainment, and an excellent restaurant scene. Extensive natural areas, including the Ottawa River Parkway and Gatineau Park, support an active and healthy lifestyle.

The University of Ottawa is Canada's largest bilingual institution of higher learning and research. The Faculty of Medicine offers a wide range of competitive educational and research programs in a dynamic learning environment with state-of-the art facilities. The Faculty is recognized as a national leader in medical education and ranks among the top faculties of medicine worldwide for research intensity and impact.

CHEO strives to create the best life possible for our staff, medical staff and learners. We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and indigeneity within our organization and the broader community.

Dedicated to the best life for every child and youth, CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health care and research and the CHEO Research Institute is the fastest growing RI in Canada. And we are expanding our pediatric health and research centre with a brand-new state-of-the art integrated children's treatment centre, slated for fall of 2026.

With sustainability as a driving force, CHEO is an organization that is Growing 4 Good. We use the most current technologies and innovative practices. CHEO was recently recognized as a Stage 7 healthcare organization utilizing full Electronic Health Record functionality to enable high quality care, functionality, and integration with outside organizations.

Candidates for this position must have an MD and be eligible for licensing in the Province of Ontario. All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

CHEO and the Department of Pediatrics are equal opportunity employers. We strongly encourage applications from individuals, including Indigenous peoples, those who identify as LGBTQ2S+, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please contact the Department of Pediatric Associates at DPAHR@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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