The Department of Critical Care Medicine, Division of Pediatric Intensive Care at the Hospital for Sick Children is inviting applications for the position of full-time Staff Intensivist. The effective date of this appointment is July 1, 2026 (negotiable).

Primary Description 

The candidate must hold an MD, MBBS or equivalent, must be able to function proficiently in English and must have training and extensive clinical experience in Pediatric Intensive Care. Responsibilities include full-time equivalent clinical Pediatric Intensive Care practice, research, education, and administrative responsibilities as required by a Staff Physician in the Department of Critical Care Medicine. Clinical duties will include; being the Most Responsible Physician for critically ill children admitted to the PICU. This includes being responsible for all management decisions, assessments and engagement and consultations with other clinicians in the care of patients admitted to this unit. Performing procedures as required while caring for critically ill children admitted to the PICU. Providing advice to referring physicians from SickKids catchment areas who call to seek help when caring for a critically ill child at their hospital. This includes providing management suggestions and dispatching our critical care transport team to retrieve these patients and transport them to SickKids. Providing an in-hospital consultation service to assist in the care of acutely unwell children admitted to SickKids via our Critical Care Response Team.

Evidence of excellence in teaching, research and/or other scholarly work is required. Clinical and/or research expertise in transport medicine, respiratory failure, respiratory physiology and/or mechanical ventilation is preferred.

Additional Description

The successful candidate must be committed to a career as an academic clinician. The candidate must be eligible for academic appointment at the University of Toronto. The candidate must be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent, and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Medical staff appointments in the Department and at SickKids are aligned with faculty classifications at the University of Toronto and as specified by the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN).

Hospital/Division Description

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, SickKids is a world-renowned, state-of-the-art paediatric health care facility affiliated with the University of Toronto. The hospital is committed to ongoing learning and development and features a caring and supportive work environment. The Division of Pediatric Intensive Care is currently comprised of 12 Physicians and is responsible for the comprehensive care for all patients admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, including mechanical support of the circulation. 

Remuneration will be between the range of $266,000 - $380,000 (at time of writing), for 35 hours per week plus on call responsibilities, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Periodic billing overage distributions may be received over and above base salary. Support for relocation expenses will be offered. 

Our Commitment to Diversity 

The children and families we care for are diverse, and so are our employees. All are welcome to join our unique organizational culture and be part of our inclusive team. 

The University of Toronto and SickKids are strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons, persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disability, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. 

SickKids, located at 555 University Avenue in downtown Toronto, is among the largest children’s hospitals in North America and has a long history of excellence in clinical care, research, and education. SickKids is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is located adjacent to the University campus and to numerous specialty hospitals and biomedical research institutes. It is an exciting time at SickKids as we execute our campus redevelopment project, including a new state-of-the-art acute care hospital tower. 

Toronto is a vibrant and multicultural city, having been named the 2nd most diverse city in the world by the UN, with over 51% of its residents born outside of Canada and home to over 230 ethnic groups, which is reflected in the city’s neighbourhood food scene along with its fifteen Michelin-starred restaurants and talents in key sectors like life science, finance, information, and communications technology. It is currently the fourth largest city in North America and boasts a safe, livable, downtown area with excellent housing, schools, and university access. It is consistently ranked as a top travel spot and internationally ranked as one of the world’s most livable cities. World famous lake and wilderness country and year-round outdoor recreation are easily accessible, as are two hub airports for regional or international travel. 

Application Process

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Should you be interested in this opportunity, please forward a one-page statement of interest (which includes the names and contact information for three referees) and curriculum vitae, in PDF format, via email to: 

Dr. Elaine Gilfoyle

PICU Division Head

Department of Critical Care Medicine

The Hospital for Sick Children

555 University Avenue

Toronto, ON M5G 1X8

Canada

Email: ***@sickkids.ca (🔒 Premium) 

The Department recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have influenced their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. The Department further supports an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, Nella Perri, Manager, POS Business Operations ***@sickkids.ca (🔒 Premium)" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">***@sickkids.ca (🔒 Premium).  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Only those applicants selected for the interview will be contacted.