Who we are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

About the role

Open: July 20, 2026 Deadline: August 3, 2026 Non Union Reason for Posting: New Vacancy

Psychologist - Bariatric Psychology

The Psychologist is responsible for providing a complete range of psychological services (i.e., diagnostic, assessment, psychotherapy, consultation) to both inpatients and outpatients. In addition to direct service, the psychologist serves in educational, teaching, research, and supervisory roles within the hospital and department and maintains internal and external communication links with health care professionals dealing with psychological programs and services.

What we offer

Status: Regular Full-Time Rate of Pay: $68.26 per hour - $85.34 per hour Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week Pension Plan (HOOPP) Career Development & Training Opportunities Employee Wellness Initiatives

What you bring

Doctoral degree in Psychology required Registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario Minimum one year of recent relevant experience Authorized (or eligibility to be authorized) to provide Clinical Psychology and Health Psychology services Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, PHIPA, HCCA, PHA) Demonstrated ability in working with interprofessional health care teams Demonstrated advanced diagnostic skills and expertise in psychological assessment/evaluation, Biopsychosocial case conceptualization Proven advanced ability to apply ethics, standards and jurisprudence Demonstrated advanced ability to establish effective interpersonal relationships Demonstrated advanced verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated flexibility and a commitment to working within an academic environment Demonstrated excellent time management and organizational skills Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks effectively Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

LHSC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

How to Apply

Apply at https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers, Job ID 109955

Teaching, Learning and Research

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.

Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.

Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements LHSC.

Work Permit

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.