Pathologist (Advanced Diagnostics)

Company DescriptionOne of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for many consecutive years, William Osler Health System (Osler) provides a safe and supportive health care network to grow your career. Osler is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive. As a major Ontario hospital system, and home to some of the biggest specialty and emergency departments in the country, Osler serves the 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke and surrounding communities. We are proud to offer you incredible exposure to best‑in‑class health care delivery and challenging hands‑on opportunities to stay at the top of your game. A hospital system built for and by the community, we continue to advance our role in cultivating the next generation of health care professionals in partnership with Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Medicine and promoting medical innovations and breakthroughs through the Osler Research Institute for Health Innovation. Guided by our accomplished senior leadership team, together we are driving our vision of world‑class health care inspired by our people and communities. At Osler, we invest in careers that go beyond where health care professionals like you can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment. Join our team todayJob DescriptionThe Department of Laboratory Medicine at William Osler Health System is seeking one full‑time Pathologist, based at Brampton Civic Hospital. The successful candidate will join a hybrid staffing model within Advanced Diagnostics and Anatomic Pathology, working in collaboration with subspecialists across pathology disciplines. This role will focus on expanding Osler’s advanced molecular diagnostics program, with particular emphasis on biomarker testing, liquid biopsy, next‑generation sequencing, immunohistochemistry, digital pathology, and diagnostic histomorphology. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Uniform Minimum Level of Compensation (UMLC) for Pathologists in Ontario.About The ProgramOsler’s advanced diagnostics program provides immunohistochemistry (IHC), and next generation sequencing (NGS), among other modalities to support diagnostic and clinical services. It also provides biomarker support to a growing catchment within Ontario. The program draws professional support from MD‑trained pathologists, integrating biomarker testing with diagnostic work. The advanced diagnostics program has close ties with Osler’s Research Institute for Health Innovation (ORIHI), where the successful applicant will have ample opportunity to participate in or lead their own research. The advanced diagnostics program is also accredited with the European Masters of Molecular Pathology (EMMP) and is currently providing fellowship training for AP/GP residents in molecular pathology. William Osler is among the first hospitals in Canada to provide plasma‑based NGS (liquid biopsy) to support cancer care and management of patients with solid tumors. Participation in this program is expected of the successful applicant. Osler’s advanced diagnostics program closely supports a regionally renowned cancer program, including one of the top recruiting clinical trials programs in the country. The Laboratory Medicine Program at William Osler Health System is a collaborative, multidisciplinary team comprising anatomic pathologists, hematopathologists, medical microbiologists, and clinical biochemists. The successful applicant will be cross‑functional in advanced diagnostics and anatomic pathology.QualificationsCandidates must be eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario with certification in Anatomic Pathology, Anatomic or General Pathology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or a recognized equivalentSubspecialty interest in a field of surgical pathology would be an asset, including head and neck, thyroid or cytopathology; however, any subspecialty interests will be consideredApplicants should have demonstrated interest in molecular diagnostics, including familiarity with next generation sequencing technologies, assay interpretation and development, and integration of molecular findings into clinical carePrior involvement in molecular case sign‑out, assay validation or participation in precision oncology programs, or formal fellowship training, will be considered strong assets, however, a molecular pathology fellowship is not a requirementStrong communication skills, collegiality and a collaborative approach are essentialDemonstrated interest or experience in laboratory quality assurance, medical leadership or management will be viewed favorablyProficiency in English is required; additional language skills are an asset, reflecting the diversity of the patient population we serveModels behaviour that aligns with Osler’s Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and CollaborationAdditional InformationOsler is a primary clinical partner for Toronto Metropolitan University School of Medicine and is an academic community partner with the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine and McMaster’s Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. Successful applicants are eligible for a faculty appointment at an affiliated medical school. Make an impact, lead, and go beyond at Osler. Osler values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Medical Affairs at mso.recruitment@williamoslerhs.ca. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose. #J-18808-Ljbffr