The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) Department of Medical Imaging in Victoria is seeking to recruit a full time Radiologist with Interventional Radiology sub-specialty.

The successful applicant will join a group of 29 Radiologists, including 5 other Interventional Radiologists, who cover the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria General Hospital, Saanich Peninsula Hospital, Lady Minto Hospital, the BC Cancer Agency and a variety of clinics in Victoria, BC.

Through our two Siemens Artis Q equipped interventional suites, we provide Interventional Radiology services to the whole Vancouver Island with a population of approximately 870 000. We offer essentially the gamut of body interventional radiology (including interventional oncology), diagnostic neuroangiography and endovascular treatment for ischemic stroke

The average week consists of 2 – 3 days of Interventional Radiology with 2 – 3 days of General Radiology (including MR, CT, US, X-ray, biopsies, drainages and fluoroscopy procedures). Attendance at interdisciplinary rounds and after hours/on call services (with a frequency of approximately 1 in 6) are required.

Candidates must hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Radiology (FRCPC) and be eligible for full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC. An Interventional Radiology fellowship and willingness to learn endovascular treatment for ischemic stroke (or experience in EVT) are required.

Locuming with the group is encouraged if possible.

Please refer to the BC Medical Quality Initiative for training/experience requirements.

https://vicrad.ca/wiki/job-opportunities/

Start Date

Flexible

Community Information 

Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, on the unceded and traditional territories of the Lekwungen People, now known as the Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) and Songhees Nations – Victoria is a forward-thinking, active community and the largest city on the Island. The municipality of Victoria is home to approximately 92,000 people with the Greater Victoria region counting over 397,000 residents. The capital city of British Columbia has a dynamic, thriving economy and a vibrant arts and culture scene, with an unparalleled natural environment enjoyed by residents and visitors. For children entering elementary and secondary school, education options are available through School District 61 or other private alternatives. The region also hosts the University of Victoria, Royal Roads University and Camosun College for post secondary. Greater Victoria offers a mix of unique neighbourhoods, world-class attractions and urban amenities to make it one of the most livable cities on the west coast.