Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Applicants must be eligible for independent practice licensure in the province of Alberta. Special consideration may be given to candidates with graduate degrees or additional training in medical education, clinical epidemiology, and/or applied research.

The successful candidate will become a member of both the Sections of Pediatric Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery and will work in a collaborative model to advance patient care and quality improvement. Clinical duties will include providing pediatric orthopedic surgery patient care to the community of Calgary and surrounding areas. Call will be according to the site and Alberta Health Services policies, with call including all aspects of pediatric orthopedic trauma, excluding spine.  Appointment to the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary will be expected. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience and academic credentials. Teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate level will be required.  Participation in research related to clinical outcomes or medical education is expected. Committee duties will be expected as the need arises.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Alberta Health Services and the University of Calgary are committed to employment equity.

Calgary Highlights:

The Alberta Children’s Hospital is a 120-bed tertiary care facility located in Calgary, Alberta. Calgary is a dynamic growing city with a young population and this tertiary hospital has an extensive catchment area and excellent referral base.  The successful candidate will be joining a group of 6 dynamic and supportive colleagues who provide a wide base of subspecialty expertise.

Please submit curriculum vitae, letter of intent and three letters of reference by December 1, 2024 to:

Dr. Lisa Phillips,

Site Lead, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Section of Pediatric Surgery

                                Alberta Children’s Hospital

                                29 Oki Drive NW

                                Calgary, AB  T3B 6A8

                                c/o rhonda.siemens@albertahealthservices.ca