Pediatric Neurologist
NL Health Services - 972 Jobs
St. John's, NL
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Zone: Eastern Zone
Location: JCH - Janeway
Pediatric Neurologist
Eastern Zone - Physician
Permanent Full-time
EXTERNALDR
Hours: According to Memorandum of Agreement
Salary: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly + On-Call Obligations
Competition Number: VAC0024028
Posted Date: 2026-04-23
Closing Date: Open until filled.
ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES
We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.
At NL Health Services, we believe that our people ? employees, doctors and volunteers ? make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.
If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
NL Health Services ? Eastern Urban Zone invites expressions of interest for a full-time (1.0 FTE) permanent salaried Pediatric Neurologist at the Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. John's, NL. The Janeway provides the only tertiary level of care for children with neurological disorders in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre is a 71-bed tertiary care referral hospital for the province, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador (MUNL). The hospital has a residency program in Pediatrics and the successful candidate will be involved in medical student and resident teaching.
The neurology department has a busy outpatient department and, in conjunction with the rehabilitation department, runs neuromuscular and cerebral palsy clinics. The department has EEG inpatient and outpatient facilities, as well as nursing and secretarial support. Responsibilities include clinical and teaching duties related to neurology, clinical research, and shared duties with the other Pediatric Neurologist.
Through strong formal affiliations with Memorial University, and on the recommendation of the Discipline Chair, the successful candidate may be eligible for a clinical faculty appointment in the Academic Department of Pediatrics and may be expected to participate in collaborative research activities and scholarship.
Work Environment
St. John's is a vibrant, historic city on the eastern tip of North America, offering a warm and welcoming community, a thriving arts and culture scene, and easy access to the stunning natural landscapes of the Avalon Peninsula ? including whale watching, hiking, and some of the most dramatic coastlines in Canada.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Pediatric Neurology (or equivalent)
- Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca)
- Eligible for membership of the medical staff of NL Health Services
- Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
- Demonstrates commitment to patient-focused care and evidence-based practice
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide comprehensive pediatric neurology services in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Run outpatient neurology clinics including neuromuscular and cerebral palsy clinics in collaboration with the rehabilitation department
- Perform and interpret EEG studies ? inpatient and outpatient
- Share clinical and on-call duties with the other Pediatric Neurologist
- Participate in medical student and resident teaching through the MUNL affiliation
- Contribute to clinical research and scholarly activities
- Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements
REMUNERATION
Remuneration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador. Starting salary will be based on years of clinical experience.
Benefits Include:
- Study Leave
- Annual Leave ? 20 working days
- Family Leave, Parental Leave, Education Leave, Sick Leave
- 9 paid statutory holidays + Compensatory Leave
- Employer-Sponsored RRSP
- Group Insurance ? Basic Life, AD&D, Supplementary Health, Group Travel, Vision Care
Available Incentives:
- Relocation coverage ? https://www.gov.nl.ca/exec/tbs/working-with-us/relocation/
- May qualify for additional provincial incentives ? contact recruiter for details
HOW TO APPLY
All qualified persons are encouraged to submit an expression of interest. Interested candidates are asked to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Supporting documentation (as applicable)
- Three (3) professional references
Note: Applicants who submit all required documentation will be considered for the review process.
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