Volunteer Cardiologist Teaching assistant

About Us:

STEM Canada is a registered not-for-profit global program specializing in an advanced, bar-none STEM-based educational curriculum emphasizing the interconnected subject areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The STEM program is open to all students from preschool to high school with the mission to deliver top-notch STEM literacy and application, designed to teach students in the STEM fields, yielding globally competitive results.

Job Description:

A cardiologist is a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of heart and blood vessel conditions. Cardiologists provide non-surgical care for a variety of cardiovascular diseases, such as hypertension, heart failure, arrhythmias, and coronary artery disease. Subspecialties may include interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and pediatric cardiology.

Start date: January 6, 2025

Time commitment: 2 to 6 hours per week for the volunteer teaching assistant

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and manage cardiovascular conditions using advanced diagnostic tests like echocardiograms, stress tests, and angiograms.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, including medication, lifestyle recommendations, and interventional procedures.
• Perform minimally invasive procedures like angioplasty, stenting, or pacemaker implantation (for interventional cardiologists).
• Collaborate with other specialists, such as cardiac surgeons, to provide comprehensive care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients on risk factors and preventive strategies for heart disease.
• Stay current with advancements in cardiovascular medicine to ensure high-quality care.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Completion of an internal medicine residency program (3 years).
• Completion of a cardiology fellowship program (3-4 years).
• Active medical license in the practicing jurisdiction.
• Board certification in cardiology (optional but preferred).
• Expertise in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disorders.
• Proficiency in interpreting diagnostic tests such as ECGs, echocardiograms, and stress tests.
• Strong decision-making skills, particularly in high-stakes situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to explain complex medical information to patients and families.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in diagnoses and treatments.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours with a minimum commitment of 5 hours per week.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Receive a Certificate of volunteering for outstanding contributions to STEM Canada's mission.
• Play a vital role in supporting STEM Canada’s mission to advance STEM
• education and positively impact the community.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances and paid leave for CME activities.
• Opportunities for research, academic positions, and professional growth.

SMAC is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome and encourage applications from all religious backgrounds, persons of color, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who can contribute to the diversification of our community.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and a cover letter to volunteer@stemcanada.ca

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Interested individuals should submit their resume for immediate consideration.