The Department of Surgery – Calgary Zone and the University of Calgary invites applications for 2 Surgical Retina Specialist. Required qualifications include an MD, certification by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada in Ophthalmology or equivalent, with a minimum one or two years accredited retina fellowship (two years is preferred). Special interest and training in uveitis, inherited retinal diseases and/or interpretation and management of electrodiagnostics would be an asset.
The successful candidate will be expected to commit to retinal care. The candidate will have operating room time at the Rockyview General Hospital and possible time at the CSFs. There will be an obligation to commit to retina clinics at the Rockyview Eye Clinic. The candidate will be expected to help with interpretation of ocular ultrasound and retinopathy of prematurity screening. In addition, the successful candidate will participate in the retina on-call group in accordance with the section of Ophthalmology.
There is an expectation for academic contributions in the form of research, education and administration. The candidate will be expected to collaborate and support the existing retina group. The successful candidate will become a member of the Section of Ophthalmology. The candidate will be expected to apply for a clinical appointment with the Cumming School of Medicine.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. To be considered, candidates must submit a complete application including a letter of interest, a letter from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, a CV and three three letters of reference in PDF form to:
Dr. Stephanie Dotchin
Section Chief, Section of Ophthalmology
Marcia Watt – [email protected]
Deadline – Jan 15/26