Position Title: Pediatric Physician
Division: BWFHT
Job Status: FT/PT Contract
Job Reports to: Executive Director
Location: 100 Marie-Curie Private #300
ByWard Family Health (BWFHT), formerly University of Ottawa Health Services (UOHS), offers the general public a comprehensive range of services. We are committed to delivering timely, quality, and collaborative assessment, treatment, and health promotion, in a supportive and caring environment that is open and transparent to social, ethnic, and income factors.
We are looking for a specialized pediatric physician to join our comprehensive primary health care team. The pediatric physician will focus on providing care ranging from routine/primary care to acute care and consultation services. You will provide safe, quality patient and family-centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of the ByWard Family Health Team.
Responsibilities:
Conduct regular thorough examinations on newborns and young children to check and record their health and normal physical development
Examine sick children to determine their condition to gather information about symptoms
Reach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and individual medical history
Prescribe medications and give detailed instructions for administration
Advise parents on children’s diet, exercise, and disease-preventive measures
Keep updated records of patients’ illnesses, surgeries, or other medical episodes
Essential Qualifications:
Registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
Experience providing care to pediatric patients
Knowledge of children’s epidemiology and infectious diseases
Knowledge of diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation principles and techniques
Knowledge of medication appropriate for children and their side-effects
Outstanding diagnostic skills
Excellent communication skills
Medical Degree with specialization in pediatrics
Willing and ready to work flexible hours
Degree in medicine
Bilingual (French/English) is an asset
CLOSING DATE: Until the position is filled
Please apply online. We thank all applicants for applying; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
ByWard Family Health Team is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 613-763-5859 ext. 365 and specify the nature of your accommodation request.
