Geographic Full Time (GFT) Obstetrician/Gynaecologist

OBSTETRICIAN/GYNEACOLOGIST
GEOGRAPHICAL FULL-TIME ACADEMIC
Position Number: 31055

The University of Manitoba, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Max Rady College of Medicine and Shared Health have developed a unique partnership to actively support health education, research, and the provision of the highest standard of quality patient care. Focused on providing medicine with meaning, advancing knowledge and technology and educating tomorrow’s health care professionals, it is our collaborative strengths that will lead us into the future.

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences is seeking a Geographic Full Time (GFT) Obstetrician/Gynaecologist. The successful candidate will be eligible for an appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor (or higher depending on current academic rank) in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Max Rady College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Job Description
The successful candidate will have comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological skills with additional competencies relevant to the care of women living in the core area of our city. We are particularly interested in candidates who are prepared to address unmet needs in conventional models of care.

Clinical responsibilities include acting as a consultant obstetrician/gynecologist based at HSC Women’s Hospital. A major requirement will be the care of women with psychiatric disorders, substance use and complex psychosocial issues. Participation in the on-call schedule is essential. Academic responsibilities include mentorship of colleagues, residents and undergraduate students. Leadership and innovation will be important components of these roles.

A strong commitment to medical education will be required including undergraduate classroom teaching, postgraduate lectures, grand rounds, departmental rounds and clinical/bedside teaching. The successful candidate will support a work and learning environment that embraces the College of Medicine’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion policies, providing for the equality and reflecting the dignity of all people.

Effective administrative skills are required. Leadership and innovation will be important components of this role. We are committed to substantially increasing access to quality care for the patients we serve, particularly those from underserviced populations.
Equity and diversity are essential to excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently under‐represented groups, and pursuant to the Manitoba Human Rights Commission Policy I‐7, preference will be given to applicants who self‐identify as women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, as well as other historically underrepresented groups such as 2SLBGTQ+.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Current or eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba specialist registry as a generalist Obstetrician Gynecologist
• Fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
• Eligibility for hospital privileges within Shared Health
• Eligibility for a University of Manitoba teaching appointment

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Start date is December 1, 2021 or on a start date that is negotiable. Applicants are asked to send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a portfolio of academic activity including research and teaching, and contact information for three referees to:

Dr. Mary-Jane Seager, Head
Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences
University of Manitoba, Max Rady College of Medicine
Provincial Specialty Lead, Women’s Health
WN2073 – 820 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1R9
 

C/O: Dale Chaytor, Administrative Assistant
Email: [email protected]

The University of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual and gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

Winnipeg boasts a strong referral base and collegial working environment for the clinician. We serve a large catchment area including Manitoba, Northwestern Ontario and a large portion of Nunavut. Housing, recreational pursuits, cultural activities and professional sporting events are considerably more affordable than in other major Canadian cities.

Closing Date for Applications: Until position is filled.