Competition # VAC0012291

Employment Type Permanent Full Time

Location Health Sciences Centre, St. John’s, NL — Eastern Urban Zone

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

The Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Program of NL Health Services – Eastern Urban Zone is seeking a qualified and highly motivated Hematopathologist to join the Hematopathology Division at Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s, NL.

The successful candidate will join three (3) other Hematopathologists and work in collaboration with molecular and diagnostic pathologists, clinical and medical microbiologists, genetics scientists, and clinical chemists, providing the province with tertiary and quaternary laboratory care.

The Division of Hematopathology offers transfusion medicine,



bone marrow pathology, flow cytometry, hematology core lab, coagulation, and hemoglobinopathy services. It also provides training to medical laboratory technology students, medical students, anatomic pathology, and other medical residents. Hematopathologists are supported by molecular pathology and cytogenetics laboratories providing testing for various myeloid and lymphoid neoplasms, and by immunohistochemistry laboratories.

This full time position will also share responsibilities in providing medical oversight in hematopathology and transfusion medicine to rural hospitals and community health centres across NL, offering basic hematology, coagulation, and transfusion medicine testing and transfusion services. The position will provide consultative services for a wide variety of patient programs including hematology, bleeding and coagulation disorders, bone marrow transplantation, and blood transfusion.

Through strong formal affiliations with Memorial University, and on the recommendation of the Discipline Chair, the successful candidate will be eligible for a clinical faculty appointment in the Academic Discipline of Laboratory Medicine and will be expected to participate in collaborative research activities and scholarship including teaching, research, and other academic pursuits.

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

Medical Degree (MD) from a recognized institution

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification in Hematopathology (or equivalent)

Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca )

Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services including a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in all aspects of hematopathology and transfusion medicine service

Interpret and report peripheral blood films, bone marrow aspirate and biopsy, and flow cytometry

Manage acute issues in the transfusion medicine, coagulation, and hematology laboratories

Provide on-call coverage as required

Provide medical oversight in hematopathology and transfusion medicine to rural hospitals and community health centres across NL

Provide consultative services for hematology, bleeding and coagulation disorders, bone marrow transplantation, and blood transfusion programs

Contribute to teaching and training of medical laboratory technology students, medical students, and residents

Participate in collaborative research activities and scholarship through the Memorial University affiliation

Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

Remuneration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador, commensurate with level of training and experience.

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

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