Come work as a Locum Interventional Radiologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is seeking a locum Vascular Interventional Radiologist to join a dynamic group of 34 academic Radiologists providing general and sub-specialty diagnostic and interventional radiological services to the Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) and the University of British Columbia (UBC) Hospital.

We are seeking an academically oriented Interventional Radiologist with a strong interest and experience in research and teaching. Clinical work involves full participation in a large dynamic interventional radiology service with a broad spectrum of procedures including all visceral, central and peripheral arterial and venous interventions as well as gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, hepatobiliary and genitourinary interventions. The service is also based on a strong clinical foundation with the successful applicant expected to fully participate in patient consultation and pre and post procedure management in an IR clinic environment in collaboration with a robust supportive allied health care team.

The remuneration and vacation arrangements are competitive for this geographic region.

Greater Vancouver is a culturally diverse city of 2.5 million on Canada’s Pacific Coast. It is the largest city in Western Canada and has been consistently ranked by The Economist as the world’s most livable cities.

VCH and UBC hire based on merit and are committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications
Education, Licensing, & Experience:
• Anesthesia Experience – Desired
• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) – Full
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) – Desired
• Surgical Skills – Mandatory

All applicants must hold an MD degree (or equivalent), have completed Fellowship training in Interventional Radiology (IR), and be eligible for licensure in the Province of British Columbia. All applicants must also be currently certified by, or eligible for certification by, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. The successful applicant will be located at Vancouver General (VGH) and University of British Columbia (UBCH) Hospitals.

Fellowship training and significant relevant clinical experience are required in the following: interventional oncology including chemoembolization, radioembolization, visceral thermal ablation and complex biopsy; central and peripheral venous diagnostic and reconstructive procedures including thrombolysis and thrombectomy, pulmonary thrombolysis and thrombectomy, peripheral and visceral arterial intervention; TEVAR and other aortic interventions; and reproductive interventions including gonadal vein embolization and Fallopian tubal canulation.. The successful candidate must possess a working and current fund of knowledge and experience in the diagnosis, workup, management and performance of all procedures related to vascular anomalies. The position also involves performing pain management and spinal injection procedures with experience in complex musculoskeletal interventions being highly desirable. The successful applicant will enjoy a stimulating practice that includes vascular CT, MR, and US imaging in the setting of quaternary care and Level 1 Trauma Centre.

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

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

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

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.


Qualifications:
Anesthesia (Desired); Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License (Full); Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) (Mandatory); Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) (Mandatory); Surgical (Mandatory)