CARDIOLOGIST: Clinical Assistant Professor, UBC Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Vancouver, British Columbia
The UBC Division of Cardiology invites applications from outstanding cardiologists with special expertise in Adult Congenital Heart Disease and General Cardiology. This individual is expected to pursue an academically focused career based on research experience and educational training, for a full-time position at the rank of Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor. This position is primarily based at St. Paul’s Hospital, but it is expected that the successful candidate will be lead adult congenital heart disease partnership clinics at University of British Columbia affiliated teaching hospitals across the Province.
The UBC Division of Cardiology is actively involved in the care of patients with a wide spectrum of cardiovascular disease in the Lower Mainland (Fraser Health, Providence Health Care, Provincial Health Services Authority, and Vancouver Coastal Health) and the Province of BC and Yukon. The Pacific Adult Congenital Heart Program at St. Paul’s Hospital is the second largest provider of care for adults with congenital heart disease in Canada and the only clinic in BC to offer a comprehensive suite of services for adults with congenital heart disease. It has recently undergone a major expansion and requires a full time academically focused recruit to support its ambitious approach to partnership activities across the province.
The applicant must have demonstrated excellence in the care of patients with congenital heart disease including a minimum 2 years of dedicated training in this area; additional expertise in another aspect of cardiology pertinent to congenital heart disease would be of value, specifically Cardiac Obstetrics. The applicant must be committed to championing and working in an adult congenital heart disease partnership program in collaboration with partner organizations across the Province. We anticipate this program would leverage digital health and telehealth, but would also require periodic travel to support sites across British Columbia.
Beyond adult congenital heart disease, the successful candidate would have a thriving general cardiology hospital-based practice with responsibilities for in-patient care and access to electrodiagnostic resources.
The Division operates an academic practice plan, which the successful candidate is expected to contribute to, and be eligible to receive a supplementary stipend for exceptional academic contribution.
The successful candidate will possess an FRCPC in Internal Medicine and a Certificate of Special Competence in Cardiology and must be eligible for licensure in the Province of British Columbia. Candidates should possess exceptional communication and teaching skills; a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students; a proven record of excellence in teaching. As part of UBC Cardiology’s academic focus the successful candidate will be expected to substantially support the development and growth of the UBC Cardiology research and teaching program.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Canadian and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
The anticipated start date is July 2020. Applications will be accepted until January 31st, 2020 with interviews to follow shortly thereafter, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, publications listing and teaching dossier and may be emailed to: Marilyn.Robertson@vch.ca.
CARDIOLOGIST: Clinical Assistant Professor, UBC Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, Vancouver, British Columbia
The UBC Division of Cardiology invites applications from outstanding cardiologists with special expertise in Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Echocardiography. This individual is expected to pursue an academically focused career based on advanced research experience and educational training, for a full time position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor. This position is primarily based at St. Paul’s Hospital with potential for a minor clinical role at Vancouver General Hospital, both of which are University of British Columbia affiliated teaching hospitals.
The UBC Division of Cardiology is actively involved in the care of patients with a wide spectrum of cardiovascular disease in the Lower Mainland (Fraser Health, Providence Health Care, Provincial Health Services Authority, and Vancouver Coastal Health) and the Province of BC and Yukon. The Pacific Adult Congenital Heart Program at St. Paul’s Hospital is the second largest provider of care for adults with congenital heart disease in Canada and the only clinic in BC to offer a comprehensive suite of services for adults with congenital heart disease. It has recently undergone a major expansion and requires a full time academically focused recruit to support its activities.
The applicant must have demonstrated excellence in the care of patients with congenital heart disease including a minimum 2 years of dedicated training in this area; a further interest in cardiogenetics or aortopathies would be of value. The applicant must also have expertise in Echocardiography with a minimum 1 year of focused training in this area. Advanced skills in interventional echocardiography/structural heart disease and congenital echocardiography will be required.
He/she will be closely involved with the University of British Columbia’s training program in Adult Cardiology and will be tasked with developing an educational curriculum for residents and fellows that is aligned with the Royal College of Canada’s training competencies for congenital heart disease. This person will be expected to participate and contribute to educational activities on a National level. The Division operates an academic practice plan, which the successful candidate is expected to contribute to, and be eligible to receive a supplementary stipend for exceptional academic contribution.
The successful candidate will possess an FRCPC in Internal Medicine and a Certificate of Special Competence in Cardiology and must be eligible for licensure in the Province of British Columbia. Candidates should possess exceptional communication and teaching skills; a demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level including supervision of undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates should have a strong track record of being able to work well in teams. As part of the UBC Division of Cardiology’s academic focus, the successful candidate will be expected to substantially support the development and growth of the UBC Cardiology research and teaching programs.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Canadian and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
The anticipated start date is July 2020. Applications will be accepted until January 31st, 2020 with interviews to follow shortly thereafter, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, publications listing and teaching dossier and may be emailed to: Marilyn.Robertson@vch.ca
Reporting to the Intake Program Supervisor, and as part of the Intake/Exit team, the Confident Parents Intake Coordinator conducts intake and exit questionnaires with families referred to the program using the Brief Child and Family Phone Interview (BCFPI) tool and other measures. This position helps assess referrals for program fit and ensures exclusionary criteria is used to identify inappropriate referrals.
The position acts as one of the first official contacts for the program with families and provides a supportive presence to parents experiencing difficulties.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Ensure that clients are served in a timely manner according to program protocol;
Connect clients to other CMHA Resources as and when needed;
Consult with Confident Parents: Thriving Kids Coach Supervisors for clinical supervision when client safety concerns arise;
Apply the Agency’s Diversity Lens and Framework for Support in all assignments associated with this role;
Other duties as assigned.
Scheduling intake/ Exit appointments
Keeping family availability up to date (while on the waitlist)
Communicating with physician’s office on completed referrals/obtaining missing information from incomplete referrals
Supporting with Referral entry and program materials
ABOUT YOU:
You will have an undergraduate education (BA, BSW, BSc) in Social Work, Child and Youth Care or related human services field, along with 1-3 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience may be considered.
You will also bring the following skills, knowledge and ability to the role:
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health, health education, and health literacy, particularly in multiple settings or with various populations;
Knowledge of community outreach, along with knowledge of the mental health system in BC;
Knowledge of specialized and personal computer systems and databases, Internet, and software applications, particularly Microsoft Office;
Demonstrated ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under pressure to deadline;
Experience with telephone service delivery as well as direct engagement with the public;
Experience administering a standardized questionnaire an asset;
Empathy with boundary-setting;
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Resourcefulness and innovation to solve problems;
Personal experience with mental health issues and services, through self or loved ones, is an asset in this
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position is located at the CMHA BC Division office currently located in downtown Vancouver. The usual work week is 37.5 hours and the work shifts are 9am to 5pm.
This is a full-time temporary position that will begin on Jan 6, 2020 and end Mach 31, 2020.
The Intake Coordinator is a unionized position under the Health Sciences Professionals Bargaining Association Collective Agreement.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter, clearly documenting how you satisfy the requirements outlined in this job posting to cmha.careers@cmha.bc.ca. by 5 pm on Dec 29, 2019. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview.
Given the intended reach of this program, we are actively seeking applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people. We encourage you to self-identify in your application.
ABOUT US:
Founded in 1918, The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is a national charity that helps maintain and improve mental health for all Canadians. As the nation-wide leader and champion for mental health and addiction, CMHA helps people access the community resources they need to build resilience and support recovery from mental illness and/or addiction.
We are an equity employer and encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people, people of all sexual orientation and genders, and others who may contribute to our further diversification.
Happy Holidays from the Public Health Association of BC!
As we look to the new year we want to share our highlights from 2019
Charitable Status: Canada Revenue Agency formally notified PHABC of its successful application for charitable status. PHABC is now a registered charity, the culmination of a two-year effort.
Summer School: Our tenth annual Summer School “Simplifying Complexity: Public Health Approaches & Practice in Complex Systems” expanded to reach a record 236 participants across five provinces and one territory.
Farm to School: Farm to School hosted a webinar series showcasing inspirational champions across the province. We reached 43 schools with funding to support their Farm to School programs and activities. The spring celebrations across the regional hubs celebrated the work of teachers, parents, students, and community partners. It was a highlight of the year.
Farm to Cafeteria National Conference: Farm to School co-hosted the first ever National Farm to School Conference in Victoria, in May, 2019. The conference, which brought over 300 delegates from 9 provinces and the USA, was a tremendous success. The conference was a 3 day event, which hosted 6 inspiring field trips, a harvest dinner reception at the Songhees Wellness Center, and two days of workshops, speaker sessions and keynote events. We were sponsored by a number of local producers, a detail that truly made the conference feel local.
Kids Boost Immunity: This free, online program used in schools across Canada has gained national and international interest. Lessons address vaccine misinformation, test knowledge through a “game” format and earn vaccines for children in support of UNICEF. Since March 2018, almost 1 million questions have been answered and over 56,000 vaccines earned.
Vaccine Safety Net: We became members of the World Health Organization Vaccine Safety Net as a result of our work with Immunize BC, I Boost Immunity and Kids Boost Immunity. Our Executive Director is part of the global advisory committee for the Vaccine Safety Net and was recently named the Chair of that multi country forum.
ChatterHigh: Is an online tool for middle and high school students to explore careers through quizzes. A total of 15 public health disciplines were identified and outreach to PHABC membership across these professions resulted in 11 excellent submissions for the quiz component. Questions were developed with practitioners and has led to excellent partnerships and collaborations.
Policy Advocacy Research and Communication Committee: This Committee was active on many fronts this past year. Positions were drafted and confirmed on the topics of Smoke-Free Housing, the overdose emergency public health response, the Basic Income approach to poverty reduction by David Green’s group, climate emergency and inequities, and most recently, Canada taking a stand against the inequities and Human Rights violations in Chile.
We remain committed to strengthening the impact of people who are active in public health in BC and achieving our mission of promoting health, wellbeing and equity for all British Columbians through leadership in public health. Reaching this requires a community of support and we count on your involvement as our members and partners so that we can continue to make a difference.
Provision of Coordination and Development Services for the
Oceanside Health and Wellness Network
and the Nanaimo Area Health Network
RE-ISSUED Wednesday, January 15, 2020
CLOSING DATE AND TIME:
by 3:00 PM Pacific Time on Friday, February 7, 2020
The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN), in partnership with Island Health, is requesting submissions from qualified individuals to provide leadership, administration and coordination services for two community health networks: the Oceanside Health and Wellness Network and the newly forming health network for the Nanaimo area. The ideal proponent has experience working within a collective impact or systems change framework in the field of community development, healthy communities, and/or social planning. This is an eighteen – month contract with option to renew upon mutual agreement between the parties and available funding.
Courtney Simpson
Senior Long Range Planner,
Strategic and Community Development
Regional District of Nanaimo
Phone: 250-390-6510
Email: csimpson@rdn.bc.ca; planning@rdn.bc.ca
Deadline for questions is requested at least five (5) business days before the closing date.
Following up on the PHABC conference last month discussion related to health inequalities and human right violations in Chile, Paola Ardiles, Past President of PHABC, met with the Policy Advocacy Research and Communication Committee to obtain permission to circulate an electronic petition to the House of Commons to ask Canadian government to denounce the human right abuses in Chile.
Any Canadian citizen or resident can sign (no age minimum), even if you are living abroad. It only takes 2 minutes.
Sharing the e-petition on your social media and/or via email to friends, family and colleagues.
Background
You may have heard about the cancellation of some high profile global meetings scheduled in Chile this fall, such as the 26th Cochrane Colloquium, the International Climate Change Summit COP25 and Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) leaders’ meeting. They were cancelled due to the crisis in Chile that started in mid-October due to a massive social uprising and military crackdown that occurred when President Piñera declared a state of emergency on Oct 1, 2019.
Since that date, human rights watch groups including the National Institute for Human Rights in Chile, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch and United Nations have reported 400+ criminal complaints allegedly committed by security forces; deaths, sexual violence, tortures, detention of children and thousands wounded and admitted to hospital. More than 350 people have lost their eyesight due to severe ocular wounds caused by non-lethal lead ammunitions banned by UN. Political responsibilities have not being persecuted yet.
The root cause of the social unrest is the decades of neoliberal economics and policies that were established with the Constitution of 1980 under the Pinochet dictatorship, with zero participation of civil society. Today, Chile has the largest social inequities in all the OECD countries.
Here is an article in Lancet on health inequalities in Chile as one of the root causes of unrest:
