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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 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.

BRIEF POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences is seeking a part-time (0.45 FTE) Obstetrician/Gynecologist who will provide clinical care and academic support relevant to early pregnancy assessment, contraception in complex situations and family planning including medical and surgical termination.

Responsibilities:

Early Pregnancy Assessment (0.1 FTE, 4h per week, Shared Health: Fee For Service):
• The successful candidate will teach medical learners and provide care including transabdominal and endovaginal ultrasound for stable outpatients presenting with bleeding in pregnancy under 14 weeks.

Contraception, Family Planning and Abortion Provision (0.15 FTE, 6h per week, Shared Health: Fee For Service)
• The successful candidate will provide first and second trimester abortion care with preoperative assessment and contraception provision as requested.
• Clinical teaching to trainees on rotation is expected.

Ryan Program Director (0.05 FTE, 2h per week, University of Manitoba stipend):
• The successful candidate will update the Ryan program every 2 years, attend Ryan program educational sessions at Society of Family Planning annual meeting, meet with residents and coordinate rotation.
• The successful candidate will oversee the running and updating of the PGY2 4-week Ryan Program for residents in obstetrics-gynecology, please see administrative position description.

Research coordination (0.15 FTE, 6 h per week, University of Manitoba stipend):
• The successful candidate will support research related to the Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic and the Family Planning program. Specific priority is placed on coordination of the Manitoba site within national studies and clinical trials.
• Initiate, design, and conduct research studies relevant to early pregnancy assessment, contraception, family planning, and related areas.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative research projects and secure funding from various sources.
• Disseminate research outcomes to both academic and clinical communities to influence practice and policy.
• Provide mentorship and supervision to medical students, residents, and other trainees in research methodologies and projects.
• Promote the translation of research findings into clinical practice to improve patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications:
• Current or eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba specialist registry as a generalist Obstetrician Gynecologist
• Canadian citizenship or permanent residency or eligibility for permanent residency
• Eligibility for hospital privileges within Shared Health
• Eligibility for a University of Manitoba teaching appointment

EXPERIENCE:
• Fellowship in Family Planning and Contraception (Preferred)
• Advanced training (e.g. MSc or PhD) in epidemiology, research methodology or program of study to prepare candidates to conduct high quality medical research (Preferred)
• Advanced training in early ultrasound for diagnosis of early pregnancy abnormalities (required)
• Advanced training in first and second trimester (to at least 19 +6 weeks of pregnancy) procedural abortion(required)
• Experience in difficult Nexplanon removal (preferred)

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills appropriate to dealing with individuals from a variety of backgrounds
• Interest in medical education administration

Compensation:
Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Specialty Physicians may be eligible for a recruitment incentive. Please contact physicianrecruitment@sharedhealthmb.ca for further information.

Primary Site Location:
Women’s Hospital, 665 William Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 0L8
University of Manitoba – Bannatyne Campus, 750 Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0W3

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• An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, short-list of candidates, interviews). We encourage you to self-identify any aspect of diversity in your cover letter.
• The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). 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 UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca 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.

A review of applications will begin on October 15th, 2024 and will remain open until filled.
Intended start date: negotiable

Interested applicants may submit their (1) curriculum vitae, (2) letter of intent and (3) statement on their commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, (4) contact information for three referees to:

Dr. Vanessa Poliquin, MD MSc FRCSC
Email: vpoliquin@sharedhealthmb.ca
Head, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba
Provincial Specialty Lead, Women’s Health
Shared Health Manitoba
WN2065 – 820 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1R9

PMAO 3518

Location(s):

Women’s Hospital Winnipeg, CA R3E 0L8

Required Skills:

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