Oak Valley Health Looking for Paediatric Respirologist – Markham Stouffville Hospital at Markham, ON Full Time

Oak Valley Health is a large community hospital providing care at three locations that has a reputation for excellence in progressive community care. Oak Valley Health is uniquely positioned with cutting edge technology, expansive new facilities and a supportive and welcoming community. With a focus on patient experience, safe, high quality care and innovation, our dedicated team of physicians, staff and volunteers provides care to over 300,000 patients a year. The hospital has capacity to grow a number of programs and services as we evolve to meet the needs of our growing community. At Oak Valley Health, we are honoured to care.

Oak Valley Health, Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH), features newly renovated facilities including a new cancer clinic, breast health center, diagnostic imaging center, and medical/surgical units. There is a group of highly motivated and skilled professionals. We are also a training site for UofT trainees. In addition, we have an active expanding research program that supports open phase 3 clinical trials.

The Department of Paediatrics is looking for a Paediatric Respirologist to join our team within our Pediatric Respiratory Medicine Clinic approximately 1 days per week. The successful applicant will work in the ambulatory clinic to assess and provide long-term management for pediatric patients, from 0 – 18 years of age, for general respiratory concerns. Most common referrals for consultation include: known asthma (previously diagnosed), query asthma, recurrent wheeze, chronic cough, dyspnea on exertion, possible sleep disordered breathing and recurrent pulmonary infections. The clinic is supported by nursing staff, administrative support and a respiratory therapist who is capable of performing point of care spirometry and providing asthma education. Hospital facilities which are utilized frequently include diagnostic imaging and the pulmonary function lab.

You will be part of a strong Department of Paediatrics helping to serve one of the fastest growing communities in the GTA. There are opportunities for involvement in teaching and creative professional activities, and the successful applicant may be eligible for a faculty appointment at the University of Toronto.

Qualifications/Experience:
An independent license to practice medicine in Ontario from the College of Physicians and Surgeon of Ontario

Subspecialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Paediatrics and Respirology

Applications will be accepted until the position is filed. We invite all interested and qualified candidates to submit an expression of interest and current Curriculum Vitae to:

Dr. Joe Wiley, Chief of Paediatrics

[email protected]

Oak Valley Health thanks all qualified physicians for their submissions however only selected candidates who qualify will be contacted to attend a pre-application interview. All appointments are subject to an Impact Analysis and Board approval. The hospital reserves the right not to appoint anyone to this position.

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.

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