Pathologist

As one of Ontario’s largest health systems and a dedicated cancer centre for the region (Durham Regional Cancer Centre), Lakeridge Health fosters a culture that promotes career advancement, learning opportunities and great quality of life.  Through our five hospitals (Ajax-Pickering, Bowmanville, Oshawa, Port Perry and Whitby), we provide a broad range of healthcare services to a diverse population, with a focus on empowering people to live their best health.  One System.  Best Health.

Pathologist (Full-Time)

Lakeridge Health is currently seeking applications for a full-time, permanent Pathologist to join our Laboratory Medicine Program. The start date for this position is negotiable, with a preferred start date of March 15, 2025. This opportunity will appeal to a pathologist who is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Anatomical or General Pathology (or an equivalent qualification) and is eligible or licensed to practice medicine in Ontario. Preference will be given to candidates with fellowship training in Gastrointestinal Pathology. Expertise in another area of surgical pathology, bioinformatics and/or digital pathology is an asset. The ideal candidate will possess strong diagnostic skills in surgical pathology, along with exceptional communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Our team includes pathologists, pathology assistants, technologists, and allied health professionals working together to provide accurate and timely diagnostic services. Each year, Lakeridge Health handles over 37,000 surgical pathology cases, including both benign and complex oncological cases, in collaboration with our partner hospitals and the Cancer Program. The Department of Laboratory Medicine at Lakeridge Health is collegial team of professionals with subspecialty-based practice model.

Educational and research opportunities are available through our partnership with Queen’s University, and we welcome candidates with an interest in teaching and academic development. We also seek individuals who are committed to working with diverse populations, including those from marginalized groups, in a way that fosters inclusive, equitable, and culturally competent care.

Lakeridge Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage individuals with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism (IDEAA) to apply. We value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and strongly believe that varied perspectives enhance the quality of care we provide. Our team members are expected to engage in work that improves both patient care and the team experience, with a focus on equity and inclusion.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those who are members of groups marginalized under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or First Nations, Métis, or Inuk/Inuit peoples.

Join us at Lakeridge Health as we continue our journey toward improving patient care and health outcomes for the people of Durham Region. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our values and passion for making a meaningful difference in the community.

How to apply: Interested applicants are asked to send a letter of interest and updated CV by January 31, 2025 via email to the Medical Affairs Office.  Email:  mdcv@lh.ca. Tel: (905) 576-8711 x 13202.    For more information about us and this opportunity, please visit our website:  https://www.lakeridgehealth.on.ca. We thank all qualified physicians for their submissions; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Lakeridge Health will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact the Medical Affairs Office at mdcv@lh.ca. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.