Department Head, Surgery - BC Children’s Hospital
Department Head, Surgery
BC Children’s Hospital
Vancouver, BC
British Columbia Children’s Hospital (BCCH) is seeking an accomplished pediatric surgical leader to advance the research, academic and clinical pillars of the Department of Surgery.
The Department of Surgery at BC Children’s Hospital is affiliated with the University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine and is the major pediatric surgical teaching site for the province.
As Department Head, you will ensure that the clinical, educational, and research roles of the department are achieved in accordance with the purpose, vision and goals of both BCCH and PHSA as well as the those of the Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia.
Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, and working in a collaborative leadership model with the Executive Director(s) Operations, you will share responsibility for the overall management of the department’s clinical programs.
You will drive the planning and delivery of surgical services based on the needs of the department, the hospital, and the province to align with PHSA’s overall strategy, and work in collaboration with other medical leaders in the hospital and Health Authorities within BC to enable improved patient outcomes and experiences.
You are responsible for the delivery and management of surgical programs, including quality, safety, and medical staff development and support within the department.
Candidates must be eligible for medical licensure in the Province of British Columbia, have or be eligible for Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in a paediatric surgical specialty.
Demonstrated leadership in clinical research, education, or quality improvement is desirable. Successful candidates will have at least 10 years of advancing leadership experience.
The successful candidate will be recommended for faculty appointment to the University of British Columbia. Academic rank, dependent on qualifications, will be recommended by the appropriate surgical Department of the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Medicine.
Contact
Applications including a cover letter, CV, the names, ranks and contact information of three referees should be directed to :
Kevin Wang, Advisor, Talent Acquisition Physician and Scientific Recruitment
Email :
Application Deadline : April 19, 2024
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BC Children’s Hospital and the PHSA hire on the basis of merit and are committed to employment equity. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, this advertisement is first directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents but international candidates are invited to apply.
We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
About Provincial Health Services Authority
BC Children's Hospital (BCCH) is . We are the only dedicated paediatric hospital in the province of British Columbia. We care for the province's most acutely ill or injured children and youth, provide developmental and rehabilitation services to children and youth throughout BC, and offer a broad range of health services and specialized programs both locally and via telehealth / outreach.
BCCH is a leading acute care teaching facility, and conducts research to advance health and care through the and in partnership with the University of British Columbia.
We are a ChildKind certified hospital.
BCCH is a program within the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialty and province-wide health care services across BC.
The Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.
Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Respect people Be compassionate Dare to innovate Cultivate partnerships Serve with purpose.
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PHSA and BCCH are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation.
True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination.
Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.
PHSA has been gifted six Coast Salish teachings which direct us in our work and in our relationships with each other. Thee eat Truth , Eyhh Slaxin Good medicine , Nuts a maht We are One , Whax hooks in shqwalowin open your hearts and your mind , Kwum kwum stun shqwalowin make up your mind to be strong , Tee ma thit Do Your Best .
At this time of Truth and Reconciliation, when we are committing to the legislation, we must look at and act on things differently.
At BCCH, we are committed to eliminating Indigenous Specific Racism in our health services and to creating cultural safety for Indigenous people who work with us or require our services.
We are also committed to embracing and welcoming diversity, ensuring equity and enhancing inclusion. Care delivery at BCCH is trauma informed and patient and family focussed.
The health and well-being of our providers and staff are a priority. Leaders are expected to demonstrate these commitments in all that they do.
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