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

2 months 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