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	Other Specialty at University of Alberta Hospital Edmonton, Alberta	Job ID: 18507
Paediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiac Surgeon Position Summary The Section of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery within the Edmonton Department of Cardiac Sciences in Alberta Health Services, in partnership with the University of Alberta, invites applications of a highly skilled and experienced Paediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiac Surgeon to join our dynamic team in Edmonton. This role will focus on providing advanced cardiac surgical care for paediatric patients and adults with congenital heart conditions. The successful candidate will contribute to clinical services, academic teaching, and research within one of Canada’s leading heart programs. Our current team consists of three surgeons, with two dedicated faculty members primarily handling the clinical workload. This addition will help balance the demands of our high-volume program, enhance patient care, and support ongoing innovation in congenital cardiac surgery. The position offers opportunities for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including cardiologists, anesthetists, intensivists, and allied health professionals, in a state-of-the-art facility serving Western Canada through the Western Canadian Children’s Heart Network. Responsibilities • Perform complex paediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgeries, including mechanical circulatory support and transplant-related procedures. • Provide pre- and post-operative care in inpatient and outpatient settings. • Contribute to the Western Canadian Children’s Heart Network and adult congenital heart programs. • Engage in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows through the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. • Conduct or collaborate on research initiatives in congenital cardiac surgery, with access to dedicated research support and funding opportunities. • Support quality improvement projects and program development to optimize patient outcomes. APPLY ONLINE AT DR JOBS ALBERTA – “DR JOBS AB” https://yyzc1a.rfer.us/ALBHEALTHB0D1Wj

Summary
Specialty	Other Specialty
Province / State	Alberta
Employment Type
Eligible	Physician
Tagline	Paediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiac Surgeon
Call Frequency	Participate in on-call rotations (approximately 1:3- 1:4)
Start Date	immediately, see description above, or enquire

Remuneration
Remuneration	Competitive fee-for-service remuneration, with potential for academic salary support through the University of Alberta. Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including hybrid operating rooms and advanced imaging.
Billing / Overhead Split
Vacation / CME Leave
Additional Benefits

Qualification Requirements
Education	Qualifications • Medical degree (MD) from an accredited institution. • Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) in Cardiac Surgery, or equivalent. • Subspecialty training and certification in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery and/or Adult Congenital Heart Surgery. • Minimum of 2-5 years of post-fellowship experience in high-volume congenital cardiac surgery programs. • Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). • Demonstrated expertise in minimally invasive techniques, hybrid procedures, mechanical circulatory support and adult-Congenital surgery is an asset. • Strong commitment to academic excellence, with a track record of publications and/or presentations preferred. • Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
Experience
Certifications

Institution / Community Information
Institution Name	University of Alberta Hospital
Street Address 1	8440-112 Street
Street Address 2
City / Town	Edmonton
Country	Canada
Postal / Zip Code	T6G2B7

Institution Description	Alberta Health Services
Institution Size (Beds)	unspecified
Institution Website	http://ahs.ca

Community Description	About Alberta Health Services and Edmonton Alberta Health Services is Canada's largest integrated health system, delivering care to over 4.4 million residents. The Stollery Children's Hospital and Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute form a world-class centre for paediatric and adult congenital heart care, performing over 500 indexed cardiac surgeries annually. Edmonton offers a vibrant urban lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, and proximity to the Rocky Mountains for outdoor enthusiasts. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our hiring practices. Alberta Health Services encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Community Size	501k+
Community Website	-

	Geographic location may be approximate

Contact for Applicants
Contact Name	Dr. De Villiers Jonker
Phone	780-407-8851
Fax

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Published on 2026-01-20
Edited on 2026-01-22