Vascular Interventional Radiology

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

The Medical Imaging Program of NL Health Services – Eastern Urban Zone is seeking an Interventional Radiologist with interest in vascular work, available to start immediately.

The successful candidate will work closely with the IR team and the Vascular Surgical team, joining a group of approximately 40 Radiologists and Nuclear Medicine Physicians providing tertiary care services to the local community and province. The group practice is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador and its Radiology Residency training program, providing opportunities for research and teaching.

The group offers a busy service in CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy, and General X-ray, with a full scope of vascular and non-vascular interventional procedures including supporting a busy Cancer Clinic. The Nuclear Medicine department offers a full array of services including two PET-CT scanners. Services are provided in a hybrid setting of in-hospital and work-from-home options. The city-based group also provides support to rural sites and occasional travel may be required.

The successful candidate will work providing services in both their chosen subspecialty and general Radiology. On-call responsibilities are shared with Radiology Residents with an option to perform some call duties from home. Both full-time and part-time options are available.

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 Radiology (or equivalent)
• Fellowship training in Interventional Radiology (required)
• Vascular IR interest or experience considered a strong asset
• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
• Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide interventional radiology services with a focus on vascular work in close collaboration with the IR team and Vascular Surgical team
• Provide general Radiology services alongside subspecialty IR practice
• Support the Cancer Clinic through vascular and non-vascular interventional procedures
• Participate in on-call coverage shared equitably with Radiology Residents with home call options available
• Provide occasional support to rural sites as required
• Contribute to research and teaching through the Memorial University affiliation
• 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 is competitive and in accordance with the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association Memorandum of Agreement and MCP Fee Schedule. The successful candidate will join the group practice which has a shared income and expense model.

Available Incentives:

• 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.