Academic Head, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of British Columbia

22 hours ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada BC Children's Hospital Full time

About the Role

The Academic Head, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of British Columbia is a key leadership position that oversees the Division's academic and research activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of 6 physicians with advanced training in Pediatric Palliative Medicine, and will report to the Head, Department of Pediatrics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide support and mentorship to Division members
  • Be responsible for performance review, contracts, and privileging/credentialing
  • Oversee the Division's Royal College accredited Fellowship program
  • Work closely with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Inter-Departmental Division of Palliative Medicine to train Fellows from Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and other specialties
  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to advance the Division's academic and research goals

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Requirements

  • Be Royal College certified or equivalent, or have comparable qualifications and be eligible to obtain a specialist license to practice in British Columbia
  • Be eligible for a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics at UBC, commensurate with qualifications and experience
  • Have a strong scholarly interest in pediatric palliative care, with a track record of academic and research excellence
  • Have expertise in pain and other symptom management, as well as highly skilled communication in difficult situations
  • Have a strong vision for Palliative Medicine and a strategy for maximizing the potential of the Division at a national and international level


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