What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neurologist, Movement Disorders Clinic position at Vancouver Coastal Health?
Job Summary
Job Title:
Neurologist, Movement Disorders Clinic
Work Site:
Centre for Brain Health, UBC Hospital
Status:
Full-Time
Start Date:
February 1, 2024
Compensation Type:
Fee for Service
Come work as a Neurologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
The UBC Movement Disorders Clinic/Pacific Parkinson’s Research Centre is seeking an FRCPC Certified Neurologist eligible for independent practice in BC with fellowship training in Movement Disorders. The successful candidate will be able to practice subspecialty movement disorder neurology in the outpatient clinic of the UBC Hospital/Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health. They will also be expected to participate in the general neurology service for Vancouver General Hospital where 30 neurologists share coverage as well as on call coverage for UBC Hospital. Income will be derived from Medical Services Plan (MSP) billing and Medical on Call Availability Plan (MOCAP).
Minimum 1 year Movement Disorder Fellowship with interest in the treatment of Parkinson's disease including advanced therapies and related disorders. Participation in the academic activities and contribution to clinical trials is an expectation. UBC Hospital and VH are teaching hospitals and therefore teaching of medical students, residents and fellows is mandatory.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
Qualifications
Education, Licensing, & Experience:
- Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Full
- Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory
Closing Statement
Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Olivia Todd, Executive Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca, or click “Apply Now.”
Please note that a resume is required to apply for this position.
As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees and medical staff working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.
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
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023.
