Pathology

1 week ago

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Full time $200,000 - $400,000 per year
Company Description

Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH), Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, is seeking a full-time pathologist with experience in both surgical biopsy and autopsy services. Experience in the interpretation of peripheral blood smears is an asset. Annually, the department handles over 15,000 surgical pathology specimens, 35-40 autopsies, and 16,000 cytopathology specimens. The successful candidate will undertake clinical responsibilities in these services.

There is opportunity for a successful applicant to be the department head or associate/deputy head depending on experience and qualifications. CBRH is the second-largest acute care facility in Nova Scotia. It is part of a four-hospital complex that also includes Glace Bay, New Waterford Consolidated, and Northside General Hospitals. Located in the historic town of Sydney CBRH provides a range of services through in-patient, outpatient, and community-based programs. Expansion of the Cancer Care program in Eastern Zone provides a wide range of cases for the pathology service and regular participation in a multidisciplinary Tumor Board.  CBRH and Eastern Zone are part of Nova Scotia Health with access to a full range of pathologist subspecialists in Halifax for in-province consultations.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Work a full scope of practice as a pathologist.
  • Perform autopsies and the interpretation of surgical biopsies.
  • Assess pathology and cytopathology specimens
  • Perform interpretation of peripheral blood smears or be willing to train in this

Expected Hours

Full-time

Qualifications
  •  All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
  •  All specialists must be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
  •  Membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
  •  Canadian certification in either anatomical or general pathology is considered an   asset
Additional Information

Community Details

Sydney is a vibrant port city on the edge of the beautiful Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Cape Breton Regional Municipality is the second largest municipality in the province of Nova Scotia.  With a population of approximately 115,000, Cape Breton Island is known for its rich Celtic culture and stunning scenery. You will find an island of magnificent natural beauty yet very modern. We host an array of shops, restaurants, golf courses, entertainment and amenities including an airport and cruise ship terminal. In addition, the region remains young, diverse and vibrant as it is the home to Cape Breton University.

Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine. 

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

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