University of Ottawa/CHEO - MEDICAL DIRECTOR, NEURODEVELOPMENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT

MEDICAL DIRECTOR, NEURODEVELOPMENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT
1 Full Time Permanent Position
Department of Pediatrics/CHEO/University of Ottawa

The Department of Pediatrics at CHEO, University of Ottawa is recruiting a permanent full-time Pediatrician (preferably Developmental Pediatrician) to serve as the Medical Director for the Department of Neurodevelopmental Health.

The candidate will have a fellowship in Pediatrics from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent, in addition; Preference will be given to candidates with experience in diagnosis and care of individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities, as well as to candidates with further training and expertise in leadership, medical education or research. The successful candidate will be eligible for a faculty appointment in the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Ottawa at an academic rank commensurate with experience. While English is the language of the health record, functionality in French is an asset.

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. With 18 distinct Divisions, 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).

CHEO is launching a new service for children and youth with extensive and complex behaviour, social, medical, and mental health support needs. This new service will address the needs of children who are falling through the gaps of our current healthcare system, and who are presenting with behaviour health challenges. It will bring together a multi-disciplinary team of health professionals including a psychiatrist, psychologist, behaviour clinicians, social workers, OT, SLP, nurses, CYCs, Respite Workers, and more, to provide wrap-around care to the family to stabilize their situation, rapidly implement an intervention plan aimed at addressing the needs of the family as a whole and facilitate appropriate transition to community-based supports. A dedicated pathway is currently being created for these vulnerable children and youth up to 18 years of age.

Importantly, the person in this role will serve as the Medical Director for the Neurodevelopmental Health department (leading alongside the Administrative Director in a dyad leadership model). The duties for this position include working with the multidisciplinary team to co- create and oversee the model of care, as well as to provide direct clinical care, including assessment and short-term care for children, youth, and their families. As a member of the Department of Pediatrics, the person in this position will have the opportunity to teach medical learners and engage in scholarly work.

Compensation for this position will be commensurate with similar positions at CHEO and will include 6 weeks paid vacation and 2 weeks paid conference time. The position will include up to 0.4 FTE protected time for research, 0.1 FTE protected time for administrative tasks, with the remaining 0.5 FTE reserved for clinical duties. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a hospital-based academic practice, engage in teaching, and participate in innovative research and advocacy. They will be appointed at the University of Ottawa academic rank commensurate with experience and academic accomplishment.

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.

Candidates for this position must have an MD and be eligible for licensing in the Province of Ontario.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit an application using the following URL: https://cheo.bamboohr.com/careers/39

CHEO and the Department of Pediatrics are equal opportunity employers. We strongly encourage applications from individuals, including Indigenous peoples, those who identify as LGBTQ2S+, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please contact the Department of Pediatric Associates at DPAHR@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.