Academic Pediatrician

**The Department of Pediatrics at CHEO, University of Ottawa is recruiting full time Academic Pediatrician within the Division of Pediatric Medicine.**

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, which includes Pediatric Medicine.

The Division of Pediatric Medicine is recruiting an Academic Pediatrician to join their expanding division. The division is comprised of 18 dynamic, diverse and highly engaged faculty members. Many hold academic leadership positions in the areas of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education, CME, Indigenous Health, Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, and Informatics. The division is known for its collegiality, supportive environment and collaboration.

CHEO's inpatient medical units admit a large breadth and volume of pediatric patients throughout the year. Encountered conditions are widely varied, including children with medical complexity, as well as those with common pediatric illnesses. There are approximately 3000 admissions and 16,000 patient days annually on the CTU, representing approximately 40% of the total inpatient hospital activity. CHEO has representation in all pediatric subspecialties.

The cornerstone of clinical care for divisional members is provision of high-quality patient centered care on the inpatient clinical teaching units (CTU), the Complex Care Program (inpatient and ambulatory services), and tertiary level outpatient consulting pediatrics. Divisional staff also support an Academic Pediatric Medicine Fellowship Program.

Ottawa is Canada's capital city, which blends the cultural diversity and vibrancy of a capital city with the warmth and atmosphere of a smaller community. Ottawa possesses numerous national museums, renowned 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. 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.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- Relocation assistance
- Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Doctoral Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person