AMHSP Academic Position for Acquired Brain Injury Physiatrist, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Competition 1311
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Description
The University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Department of Medicine, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in partnership with Alberta Health Services and Covenant Health, invites applications for an Academic Physiatrist working in Acquired Brain Injury to be based at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, the Faculty has been internationally recognized as among the world’s top 50 medical schools and as one of Canada’s premier health-education institutions. The University is currently home to more than 38,000 students with more than 15,000 faculty and staff.
The Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in the Department of Medicine is home to 12 full-time academic physiatrists and researchers and approximately 22 associated clinical academic colleagues. The Division has one of the oldest and best known PMR residency training programs in Canada and currently has 13 full-time trainees. In addition to clinical training, the Division of PMR has many well-funded, accomplished researchers, particularly in the areas of spinal cord injury recovery and treatment as well as neuro-prosthetics and neural integration. Our Division members have been the recipients of many national and international awards recognizing their contributions to rehabilitation science and education. The Division of PMR is also strongly associated with the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, one of the largest freestanding rehabilitation hospitals in North America, serving all of Northern Alberta, parts of British Columbia, and northern Canada.
The successful candidate will have an MD degree, or equivalent. They will be eligible to be certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada. As well, they will be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).
Key accountabilities of the Acquired Brain Injury Physiatrist will include, but will not be limited to: inpatient consultation and outpatient clinics at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital; administrative duties of Medical Lead, EZ Stroke Rehabilitation Program to assist with program development, zone research initiatives and oversight; supervision of learners on clinical rotations, educational contributions to the PMR residency program and UGME; and participation in relevant clinical research initiatives.
Individuals interested in scholarly work in education, administration and/or research are strongly encouraged to apply, with flexibility to support the academic goals of the applicant.
The successful candidate will be offered a contingent tenured or tenure-track appointment in the Department of Medicine, with the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, which is in accordance with the University of Alberta Faculty Agreement, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Remuneration for this position is based on the Academic Alternative Relationship Plan (AMHSP). Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Interested candidates are asked to submit online a letter of intent and curriculum vitae outlining their education, qualifications, experience, research interests, and educational interests, along with three letters of reference.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Dr. Jacqueline Hebert MD, FRCPC
Interim Divisional Director, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 5005 Katz Building, University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB T6G2R23 Ph: 780-492- 7846
E-mail: jhebert@ualberta.ca
Dr. Heather Lindstrom, MD, FRCPC
Interim Section Chief, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Email: hlindstr@ualberta.ca
Applications will begin being reviewed on September 9, 2024; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
To assist the University in complying with mandatory reporting requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (R203(3) (e)), please indicate if you are a Canadian citizen/Permanent Resident on the application page.
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Details about the University of Alberta, the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry and the Department of Medicine can be found on the Faculty’s Home Page at www.ualberta.ca.
Details about Alberta Health Services can be found at www.albertahealthservices.ca.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
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