Radiologist - Interventional

Job Description

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) – Saskatoon and University Saskatchewan, Department of Medical Imaging, Division of Radiology seek an interventional radiologist with clinical and academic interests. Within the department, we perform multiple aspects of interventional radiology including biopsies, drainages, vascular access, diagnostic angiography, embolization and tumor ablation.

The successful candidate will perform diagnostic imaging within the hospital or associated clinics, in addition to contributing to the academic residency training program. The candidate will participate in 1:5 acute on-call roster covering interventional radiology only. Training in a 12 month long dedicated interventional radiology fellowship is expected. The successful candidate will have appointments in both the SHA and the University of Saskatchewan.

Relocation Package

This opportunity may be eligible to receive the Radiology Recruitment and Retention Incentive of up to $200,000!

Residents currently in their 4th or 5th year of residency may be eligible for a $30,000 resident bursary!

Job Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements of the position – The candidate must be Board eligible in diagnostic radiology. Preference will be given to candidates holding certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Benefits

This is an independent contractor position therefore benefits are the responsibility of the successful candidate.

Additional Information

University of Saskatchewan (USask) - The beautiful USask campus is located on the shores of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base and a vibrant cultural life. USask is a research-intensive institution with a strong reputation for innovation and excellence. It is home to the newly constructed Academic Health Sciences Complex (http://library.usask.ca/hsl/new-building.php) and two of the largest science projects in the country – the Canadian Light Source synchrotron (www.lightsource.ca) and the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization/International Vaccine Centre (www.vido.org). A users group is available for collaborative research with clinical faculty using the $173.5 million Canadian Light Source synchrotron, owned by the University of Saskatchewan. The College of Medicine has an intake of 100 students per year with a commensurate number of positions for residency training.

To Apply – The SHA supports a shared commitment to a representative workforce that is respectful and inclusive of all staff and clients and welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Interested candidates, please submit your curriculum vitae in confidence to:

Amanda Lee, Specialist Recruitment and Retention
Practitioner Staff Affairs-Saskatoon
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Email: amanda.lee@saskhealthauthority.ca