Role and Facility Information

Pediatric Ophthalmologist

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

British Columbia Children’s Hospital (BCCH) and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of British Columbia (UBC) are seeking a general pediatric ophthalmologist to join a distributed Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology that currently includes four site-based faculty members. The preferred candidate will hold certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Ophthalmology (FRCSC), have completed at least one year of subspecialty training in pediatric ophthalmology, and possess expertise in the treatment of pediatric and adult strabismus. Additional expertise in anterior segment, glaucoma, and/or ocular genetics would be considered an asset.

Applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. The successful candidate will be eligible for an appointment with the UBC Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at a rank commensurate with experience. An academic interest, supported by advanced training in clinical research, surgical education, or quality improvement is desirable. There is an expectation of commitment to teaching undergraduate students, residents, fellows, and orthoptic students.

Clinical duties at BC Children’s Hospital will include care of inpatients, outpatients, ophthalmic surgery, and participation in an on‑call schedule. There will also be an opportunity for participation in a health region‑based adult strabismus program. Remuneration will be on a fee‑for‑service basis, through billings submitted to the Medical Services Plan of British Columbia, plus payment for on‑call availability.





Reporting to Department Head, BCCH Ophthalmology, the department has one of the busiest outpatient clinics in the hospital, with over 13,000 patient visits per year.

The team includes ophthalmologists, orthoptists, and electrophysiology services, and works in association with the Visual Impairment Program. Referrals to orthoptics, electrophysiology, and low vision services are made based on patient needs.

Qualifications

This position requires certification in Ophthalmology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC), a minimum of one year of subspecialty training in pediatric ophthalmology, and expertise in the treatment of pediatric and adult strabismus. Preference will be given to candidates who have expertise in pediatric cataract and glaucoma surgery and/or ocular genetics. Applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. An academic interest supported by advanced training in clinical research, surgical education, or quality improvement is desirable.

The successful candidate will also be committed to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada, as outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).





As a robust asset for consideration, we are looking for candidates with knowledge of the social, economic, political, and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous‑specific anti‑racism, Indigenous Cultural Safety, and foundational commitments (e.g., The Declaration Act, Declaration Act Action Plan, TRC, In Plain Sight, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

About BC Children’s Hospital

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) cares for the province’s most acutely ill or injured children and youth, provides developmental and rehabilitation services to children and youth throughout BC, and offers a broad range of health services. BCCH also operates a wide number of specialized health programs, is a leading acute care teaching facility, and conducts research to advance health and care through the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute and in partnership with the University of British Columbia.

BCCH is a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialty and province‑wide health care services across BC. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. These include: Respect people

- Be compassionate
- Dare to innovate
- Cultivate partnerships
- Serve with purpose

About The University Of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is Canada’s third largest university and consistently ranks among the 40 best universities in the world. Primarily situated in Vancouver, UBC is a research‑intensive university and has an economic impact of $4 billion to the provincial economy.

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