Pathologist

Job Description

The Department of Laboratory Medicine is seeking a full-time Anatomical Pathologist to join a rapidly expanding and evolving program. As the department continues to grow in scope, complexity, and academic engagement, the Division of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology is pursuing a hybrid model of staffing and service delivery, supporting a number of members in specialist roles, wholly or in part. The pathologist will have undergone fellowship training. Areas of interest include Thyroid Pathology, Cytopathology and Dermatopathology. There is potential to incorporate relevant aspects of Next Generation Sequencing into practice in the areas of specialization. There is also opportunity to participate in teaching and research activities as the department prepares to build its capacity with welcoming the new medical school and research institution. The successful candidate will be based at the Brampton Civic Hospital site. Remuneration for this full-time position will be in accordance with the Uniform Minimum Level of Compensation (UMLC) for Pathologists in Ontario.

About the Program

The laboratory medicine program consists of a collegial laboratory medical team that includes anatomic pathologists, hematopathologists, medical microbiologists, a molecular pathologist and clinical biochemist. There is a standout team of medical technologists collaborating with the laboratory physician group, providing high quality immunohistochemistry and 10-colour flow cytometry support. Furthermore, the department includes a division of advanced diagnostics, featuring next generation sequencing capability, including recent introduction of NGS testing relevant to myeloid cancers and acute leukaemia.

Qualifications

• Accredited medical degree (or equivalent)
• Candidates must be eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario with certification in Anatomic Pathology, Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology or General Pathology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or recognized equivalent
• Experience in independent practice is a plus though new graduates will also be considered
• License to practice and in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
• Expertise in Digital Pathology and other aspects of Informatics would be desirable, given near term plans of the Organization to advance in these areas
• Demonstrated interest in medical leadership, and laboratory management would also be seen as advantageous
• Additional subspecialty training desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proven track record of attendance, punctuality and accountability
• Training or professional experience in informatics as applied to laboratory medicine an asset
• Models behaviour that aligns with Osler’s Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration
• Expertise in clinical teaching or clinical research preferred for those interested in education or research

Additional Information

Osler is a primary clinical partner for Toronto Metropolitan University School of Medicine and is an academic community partner with the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine and McMaster’s Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. Successful applicants are required to participate in academic activities, which may include teaching, research, or quality improvement initiatives. If the applicant does not currently hold an academic appointment with a medical school affiliated with the hospital, they must submit an application for a faculty appointment within three (3) months of their hospital appointment. Make an impact, lead and go beyond at Osler.

Osler values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Medical Affairs at mso.recruitment@williamoslerhs.ca.

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