Pediatric Palliative Care Physician, Palliative Care, Roger Neilson Children's Hospice

The Department of Pediatrics is affiliated with CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute and the University of

Ottawa. Together, we provide outstanding patient care, leading research, and quality pediatric medical

education. The Palliative Care Program includes 5 physicians and provides Specialist Palliative Care

services in a multidisciplinary team to children of all ages with life-limiting conditions and their families

including diagnoses which are identified during pregnancy. Clinical, academic, and administrative tasks

for physicians are shared within the group, as is the compensation. Our model of care includes coverage

for patients in hospital, most-responsible physician for patients at Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice and

home visits within the city of Ottawa for which ability to drive is expected. Our well-established program

has a collegial atmosphere, with comprehensive clinical expertise. Care provided by the multidisciplinary

team includes support for parents, grandparents and siblings who have experienced the loss of a child.

We are a regional referral center serving a population of approximately 1.8 million, including over

500,000 children from Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, parts of Northern Ontario and the Qikiqtaaluk

(Baffin) region of Nunavut.

Ottawa is Canada's capital city, which blends the cultural diversity and vibrancy of a capital city with the

warmth and atmosphere of a smaller community. Ottawa possesses numerous national museums,

renowned cultural institutions, festivals, passionate sports entertainment, and an excellent restaurant

scene. Extensive natural areas, including the Ottawa River Parkway and Gatineau Park, support an active

and healthy lifestyle.

The University of Ottawa is Canada's largest bilingual institution of higher learning and research. The

Faculty of Medicine offers a wide range of competitive educational and research programs in a dynamic

learning environment with state-of-the art facilities. The Faculty is recognized as a national leader in

medical education and ranks among the top faculties of medicine worldwide for research intensity and

impact.

CHEO strives to create the best life possible for our staff, medical staff and learners. We are committed

to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and indigeneity within our organization and the broader

community. CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health care and research, and the CHEO Research

Institute (RI) is the fastest growing RI in Canada. We are expanding our pediatric health and research

centre with a brand-new state-of-the art integrated children's treatment centre, anticipated to be

completed in 2028.

With sustainability as a driving force, CHEO is an organization that is Growing 4 Good. We use the most

current technologies and innovative practices. CHEO was recently recognized as a Stage 7 healthcare

organization utilizing full Electronic Health Record functionality to enable high quality care, functionality,

and integration with outside organizations.

Candidates for this position must have an MD and be eligible for licensing in the Province of Ontario. All

qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and

permanent residents.

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.