BODY IMAGING RADIOLOGIST – HAMILTON GENERAL SITE
The Department of Medical Imaging, McMaster University and the Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Hamilton Health Sciences are seeking a full-time academic body imaging radiologist for the Hamilton General Hospital site.
Hamilton General Hospital is a large tertiary referral centre, with a busy Level 1 trauma centre. Applicants m u st po ss e ss skill s that w ill en h an ce o u r t e r ti a r y i m a g i n g t e a m a n d m u lti- d isci p li na r y p r o gr a m s. The University and Hospital Departments require a highly motivated body imaging radiologist who has expertise in all areas of body imaging including radiography, ultrasound, body CT and body MR. The body imaging service at Hamilton General supports a variety of general and tertiary level subspecialty medical and surgical services.
The position involves scheduling for clinical work, subspecialty and teaching rounds, encompassing assignments in both inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as participation in the Department on-call body imaging schedule. Collaboration with colleagues on improved body imaging protocols, quality control initiatives and training of technologists is expected. Candidates must have completed specialty training in radiology, with the ideal applicant completing a fellowship in body imaging or equivalent.
The Hamilton General Hospital Radiology Association consists of 30 subspecialty trained radiologists overseeing tertiary care practice, and a diverse community of independent health facility (IHF) practices. The association offers flexible clinical percentage FTE status for interested applicants. Our practice model offers hybrid reporting options with mixture of on-site and remote reporting opportunities to allow for flexible scheduling.
For individuals with training in breast imaging, there is optional opportunity to participate in our large community breast practice including mammography, breast ultrasound and breast biopsy.
This is a full-time faculty position at McMaster University, and academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will promote clinical scholarship through teaching, mentorship and support for research and will demonstrate excellence in clinical care, exhibit collegial, civil relations in all interactions. T he McMaster Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program is a highly rated training program in Canada. Participation in t ea c h i n g and supervision for our strong residency and undergraduate programs is required.
Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the Province of Ontario, certified (or eligible for certification) in Diagnostic Radiology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent, and meet the credentialing requirements of Hamilton Health Sciences and HGH Radiology Associates affiliated community practices.
Hamilton Health Sciences is a family of seven hospitals and a cancer centre, serving more than 2.3 million residents of Hamilton, central south and central west Ontario. The Diagnostic Imaging department at HHS provides comprehensive care for the region, with subspecialty imaging expertise.
McMaster University has consistently placed among the top 50 universities in the world for health and medicine. The Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine is world renowned for its innovative method of small group, problem-based education, and a focus on self-directed, life-long learning. The Department of Medical Imaging provides rewarding opportunities for faculty who are interested in education, clinical excellence, research and multi-disciplinary team projects.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the employer is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada” or “No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada”.
Interested applicants should submit in PDF format :
- A cover letter of intent inclusive of a statement of teaching interests and philosophy and/or research interests where applicable; and to describe the impact that any career interruptions have had on research, academic, and/or clinical scholarly productivity, if applicable,
- A Curriculum Vitae
- Names of three references; please note that no reference or letters of recommendations are required at the time of application. These will be solicited at later stages of the search process. Unsolicited letters will not be reviewed until later stages of the search process.
- Submit a brief statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, research, or service within higher education, community-based or other profession settings (2-page maximum )
Application will remain open until successful recruitment completed.
