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EARLY PREGNANCY ASSESSMENT AND FAMILY PLANNING (GEOGRAPHIC FULL TIME ACADEMIC PRACTICE OPTION AVAILABLE)

Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
College of Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba
Negotiable time commitment (0.45-1.0 EFT)

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 faculty appointment in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Max Rady College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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)

- Teach medical learners and provide care including transabdominal and endovaginal ultrasound for reliable outpatients presenting with bleeding in pregnancy under 14 weeks.

Contraception, Family Planning and Abortion Provision (0.15 FTE, 6h per week, Shared Health)

- Provide first and second trimester abortion care with preoperative assessment and contraception provision as requested.
- Clinical teaching to trainees on rotation is expected.

Contribution to after-hours gynecologic coverage expected (0.15 FTE, 6h per week averaged over the year)

- Participate in on-call gynecologic coverage rotation within the city of Winnipeg.

Ryan Program/US (PGY-1 Rotation) Director (0.05 FTE, 2h per week, stipend)

- 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.
- Oversee the running and updating of the PGY-1 4-week Ryan/US Program for residents in obstetrics-gynecology, see administrative position description.

Options for unique and customized job portfolio





Acknowledging that some applicants may be looking for full-time work, the department is happy to work with the successful candidate to design a job that is customized to the successful candidate’s own interests. The services described above could be supplemented with work in the following areas to increase the FTE allocated to this job up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE:

- General ambulatory care gynecology (with access to procedure room and operating room)
- Additional acute-care gynecology service
- Ambulatory prenatal care (after-hours coverage to be arranged within existing call structure)
- Preclerkship, clerkship and post‑graduate medical education
- Surgical assist
- Itinerant gynecology and gynecologic surgical practice (e.g. Thompson, MB)
- Academic and administrative leadership opportunities posted regularly in the department
- Research and/or quality improvement
- On‑call coverage for obstetrical patient transport

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 in early ultrasound for diagnosis of early pregnancy abnormalities (preferred or willing to undertake training during employment—potentially requiring short‑term travel out of province sponsored by the department)
- Advanced training in first and second trimester procedural abortion (to at least 19+6 weeks of pregnancy) (preferred or willing to undertake training during employment—potentially requiring short‑term travel out of province sponsored by the department)
- Experience in difficult Nexplanon removal (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 (optional)

SKILLS & ABILITIES

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills appropriate to dealing with individuals from a variety of backgrounds




- Effective clinical teaching skills

APPLICATION INFORMATION

- 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 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 February 23rd, 2026 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.

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