Alberta Health Services and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FOMD), University of Alberta are recruiting a full-time Pediatric and Comprehensive Ophthalmologist (1.0 FTE). The Department’s vision is to lead patient-centered eye care through outstanding and integrated service, education and research.

This is a new net-addition position to the ophthalmology complement in the Edmonton Corridor, based primarily at the Stollery Children’s Hospital (STO) and the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH). The Eye Institute of Alberta (EIA) serves a population of over 3 million people across the Edmonton region, northern Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest and Yukon Territories. The Stollery Children’s Hospital eye clinic is one of the busiest in Canada, with over 11,000 visits per year.

The University of Alberta Ophthalmology Residency program is highly regarded nationally and internationally. Current areas of research strength include clinical trials, ocular genetics, and tele-ophthalmology.

Clinical Practice

Full-time blended ophthalmology practice of pediatric and comprehensive ophthalmology. A minimum of 30% of clinical practice will be dedicated to pediatric ophthalmic care.  Two (2) clinic days per month will be based at the Stollery Children’s Hospital clinic to support the pediatric component, with the remainder of clinical activity being community-based. Clinical care encompasses the full scope of both pediatric and comprehensive ophthalmic conditions, including assessment and management of pediatric and adult patients across the continuum of care. The successful candidate will participate in Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) screening. 

Surgical Practice

Three (3) operating days per month will be provided within the Edmonton Zone, between the Royal Alexandra hospital, Stollery, and Chartered Surgical Facilities, including one (1) day with pediatric anesthesia and nursing support dedicated to pediatric cases, including intraocular surgery.

Surgical practice reflects the blended nature of the role, encompassing both comprehensive and pediatric ophthalmic surgical procedures.

Call Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the shared Ophthalmology on-call schedule for the Edmonton Zone, with call duties distributed among ophthalmologists across the zone. Pediatric and adult call duties are shared between ophthalmologists in the Edmonton Zone.

Teaching and Research

Active participation in the academic mission is required. This includes regular teaching of medical students and ophthalmology residents, delivering lectures during protected Academic Half Day teaching time, and serving as a mentor for learners including fellows, residents, and medical students across both pediatric and comprehensive ophthalmology domains. Teaching will be enabled through an appointment as a Clinical Academic Colleague within the University of Alberta FOMD.

Research

The successful candidate will participate in eye care and ocular disease research relevant to their scope of practice, contributing to the academic and investigative activities of the ophthalmology section and serving as a mentor for learners including fellows, residents, and medical students.

Committee Work

It is expected that the successful candidate will assist in improving the lives of patients, learners, and ophthalmologists in Edmonton by volunteering to participate on a variety of departmental committees and completing all mandatory AHS administrative requirements, including AIVA, Connect Care EUPA, AHS Indigenous Awareness Training, and AHS privacy training.

Required qualifications include:

•      MD, with certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Ophthalmology, or equivalent

•      Minimum of one (1) year fellowship training in Pediatric Ophthalmology

•      Medical and surgical experience and expertise in the identification and treatment of eye diseases for both adult and pediatric patients

•      Intraocular surgical skills, including pediatric cataract surgery; additional training in pediatric glaucoma would be an asset

•      An interest in adult strabismus would also be advantageous

•      Eligibility for licensure in the province of Alberta; please provide a letter of eligibility from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)

•      Applicants must be in good standing, or eligible for licensure, with the CPSA; candidates will have completed a residency in ophthalmology

•      Interest in and background pertaining to resident training is a plus

•      Proven track record of publication in peer-reviewed journals; research and clinical teaching experience is essential

•      Position Classification: Full-time

•      FTE: 1.0

•      Unit and Program: Surgery

•      Specialty: Ophthalmology

•      Primary Facility: Stollery Children’s Hospital (Admitting)

•      Secondary Facility: Royal Alexandra Hospital (Admitting)

•      Recruiting Organization: Alberta Health Services

•      Sponsorship Eligible: No

•      Compensation: Fee for Service

•      Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026

•      Posting Status: Open until a suitable candidate is found

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of intent outlining their clinical, teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references to:

Dr. Kelsey Roelofs (HR Committee Chair) and Dr. Edsel Ing (AHS Chief of Ophthalmology)

C/O Erin Childs, Ophthalmology Executive Assistant
Alberta Health Services, Edmonton Corridor

The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Alberta Health Services hire on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Indigenous persons. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.