Join the University of Alberta as a pediatric interventional cardiologist. Provide clinical care, teach, and engage in research within a top-tier pediatric cardiology team.
Responsibilities
The successful applicant will join 20 pediatric cardiologists, including 2 full-time interventional cardiologists and an interventional nurse specialist.
The team provides a full spectrum of clinical pediatric cardiology services with expertise in multi-modal diagnostic imaging, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, fetal cardiology, heart failure, cardiac transplantation, ventricular assist device application, preventive cardiology and pediatric cardiac rehabilitation within the Stollery Children’s Hospital Cardiac Program.
In addition to clinical care, the division is active in teaching at the undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate levels and engaged in research in several areas of expertise, including clinical, translational, health services and population pillars.
The Stollery Cardiac Program is one of the two largest cardiac surgical centers in Canada and we service the majority of children across Western Canada through the Western Canadian Children’s Heart Network (WCCHN), with 3 pediatric and congenital cardiac surgeons, several pediatric cardiac anesthesiologists, a dedicated pediatric cardiac intensive care unit, and a surgical neonatal intensive care unit with expertise in neonatal cardiac care.
Our team performs 450 - 500 cardiac catheterization procedures per year with two thirds of the cases being interventional, including surgical hybrid, procedures.
We have growing expertise in performing 3D echo-rather than angiography-guided transcatheter interventions, the first in Canada.
The Interventional Cardiology Service supports the WCCHN, accepting most referrals from all three prairie provinces and from the Northwest Territories and Nunavut for diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
Interventional pediatric cardiologists at our institution work in close collaboration with the adult congenital cardiac interventional program at the University of Alberta Hospital and the Mazankowski Heart Institute which also supports all three Canadian prairie provinces.
The applicant, as is true for most of our faculty, will also participate in general inpatient cardiac service and night/weekend call, and in a general outpatient clinic.
Clinical: Clinical service would include cardiac catheterization laboratory services and general pediatric cardiology care, including inpatient cardiac ward or consultative services and general pediatric cardiology outpatient clinics.
Education and Mentorship: Teach and mentor learners at all levels in clinical and academic settings.
Research Contribution: Advance the division’s research portfolio, including facilitating funding opportunities, promoting academic productivity, and supporting faculty in achieving high-impact publications. Academic productivity is assessed based on locally initiated clinical research, national and international collaborations, publications in peer-reviewed journals, and other related activities.
Collaboration and Engagement: Work closely with other programs, interdisciplinary teams, and healthcare professionals to advance Pediatric Cardiology care and the education of Pediatric Cardiology trainees.
Requirements
Interested applicants must have:
MD degree (or equivalent)
Completed residency training in Pediatrics and subspecialty training in Pediatric Cardiology.
A minimum of 1 year of dedicated training in advanced Invasive Pediatric Interventional Cardiology
Experience and success in research, with a proven record of research achievements as evidenced by, at a minimum, peer-reviewed publications
Certified or eligible to become a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (Pediatric Cardiology) or equivalent
Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).
Considered an asset:
Interest/Training in Pediatric Lymphatic Diagnostics and Intervention
**In addition, individuals must embody the values and qualities essential to our team culture:
Emotional Intelligence: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster positive relationships with patients, families, learners, and colleagues.
Adaptability: A flexible and proactive approach to challenges in clinical, academic, and research environments.
Leadership and Initiative: The ability to inspire, mentor, and motivate learners and team members, contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation.
Teamwork: A collegial and collaborative spirit that thrives in a multidisciplinary setting.
Benefits
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms - physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
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