Come work as a Transplant Hepatologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

The Liver Transplant Program at the Vancouver General Hospital is accepting applications for a part-time Transplant Hepatologist.  This position would be suitable for a physician with training in internal medicine or gastroenterology who is already in practice and wishes to expand their practice in a role of a Transplant Hepatologist. 

The Vancouver General Hospital is the only center providing liver transplant services in British Columbia, performing over 100 transplants annually.  The successful candidate will provide service to patients referred for liver transplantation, as well as those who have received a liver transplant.  Additionally, the candidate will provide consultative services in hepatology to patients admitted at the Vancouver General Hospital. 

The position does not include endoscopy privileges and no training in endoscopy is required.

It is expected that the successful candidate will participate in the inpatient and on-call liver transplant service at an approximate ratio of one every four weeks, attend weekly transplant rounds meetings and provide coverage in outpatient clinics.  It is also expected that the successful candidate will provide teaching to trainees at different levels and participate in the research activities of the transplant program. 

We are particularly interested in a candidate with experience in Living Donor Liver Transplantation, management of metabolic disorders and with connections to different Health Authorities (Northern, Fraser, Island or Interior) that could help with implementation of satellite clinics.  Experience or interests in leadership, medical administration or teaching will be considered an asset.

Qualified individuals who meet the specified criteria are encouraged to apply for this position.  If you are interested in joining our team and contributing to the liver transplant services in British Columbia, please submit your application. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a letter describing scholarly and professional interests and plans, and the name and contact of three physicians who could provide references.

 The position is scheduled to start in October 1, 2024 and the closing date for application is May 31, 2024.

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC)- Mandatory/Eligible
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) – Eligible in Internal Medicine or Gastroenterology
• A minimum of 2 years of post-residency training in Hepatology and Transplant Hepatology. Candidates with completion of a fellowship at a Canadian, American or Commonwealth/ European university centre will be preferred.

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Olivia Todd, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.”

Please note that a resume and coverletter are required to apply for this position.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

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