Pediatric Surgery

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

NL Health Services – Eastern Urban Zone invites applications for a permanent full-time Pediatric Surgeon at the Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. John's, NL.

The successful candidate will join an established and collaborative Pediatric Surgery team, providing comprehensive surgical care to children and adolescents across Newfoundland and Labrador. The position includes both inpatient and outpatient pediatric surgical services, with on-call coverage shared equitably among the physician group.

The Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre is a 71-bed tertiary care referral hospital for the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. The successful candidate will have opportunities for teaching, research, and scholarly activities.

Work Environment

St. John's is a vibrant, historic city on the eastern tip of North America, offering a warm and welcoming community, a thriving arts and culture scene, and easy access to the stunning natural landscapes of the Avalon Peninsula — including whale watching, hiking, and some of the most dramatic coastlines in Canada.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution
• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification in Pediatric Surgery (or equivalent)
• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
• Must satisfy credentialing and privilege requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
• Subspecialty training or interest considered an asset
• Eligibility for academic appointment with the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador considered an asset

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive pediatric surgical care including inpatient and outpatient services
• Perform elective and emergency pediatric surgical procedures
• Deliver consultations to referring physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in on-call coverage shared equitably among the Pediatric Surgery team
• Contribute to teaching and scholarly activities through the Memorial University affiliation
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary pediatric surgical and clinical team
• Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

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REMUNERATION

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Alternate Payment Plan (APP).

Available Incentives: Candidates may be eligible for recruitment and retention incentives, subject to applicable terms, conditions, and program availability at the time of offer.

• Relocation coverage — https://www.gov.nl.ca/exec/tbs/policies/benefits/relocation/
• Provincial incentives — https://workinhealthnl.ca/incentives/#all-incentives

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HOW TO APPLY

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are asked to submit applications via our careers webpage: Apply here

For more information, please contact:

[email protected]

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LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

• https://workinhealthnl.ca/
• https://www.nlhealthservices.ca/

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.