Job Description

Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.People have always been OSMH's greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals' contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.Position SummaryOrillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is seeking a Locum Obstetrician-Gynaecologist to join our team for a four-month term from September 1 to December 31, 2025. Located in the scenic Simcoe-Muskoka region of Ontario, OSMH is a Level 2C obstetrical centre with a Level 2C nursery, providing comprehensive care to our community.Position Highlights

• On-Call Coverage: Provide 24-hour on-call services for obstetrical and gynaecological emergencies once per week.
• Clinical Practice: Conduct outpatient clinics focusing on obstetrics, gynaecology, and follow-up care in a newly renovated, spacious facility shared with four OBGYN colleagues.
• Colposcopy Services: Perform one colposcopy day per month.
• Surgical Opportunities: Operate one day per month in the OR, with potential for additional surgical time as needed.

Why Practice in Orillia?Orillia offers an exceptional quality of life, combining professional fulfillment with a wealth of recreational activities:

• Proximity to Toronto: Just 90 minutes north of Toronto, providing easy access to urban amenities.
• Outdoor Recreation: Surrounded by numerous lakes, rivers, and trails, ideal for hiking, boating, skiing, and mountain biking.
• Vibrant Community: Experience a growing downtown area featuring diverse restaurants, shops, and cultural events.

REMUNERATION:
This position is funded through Ontario's Alternate Funding Program (AFP), offering competitive remuneration.In-Patient:

• Consultations for OSMH credentialed staff and regional partners
• MRP care for inpatients including admission, peri-operative management and discharge
• Participation and cooperation as a contributing team member

Administrative and Quality:

• Participation in strategic planning and program development of OB/GYN services.
• Participation in ongoing quality improvement and safety activities related to obstetrical and surgical care.
• Participation in hospital committees pertaining to specialty and as required by the credentialed staff by-laws.
• Active participation in working towards the OSMH length of stay (LOS) target benchmark at the 25th percentile of Ontario Hospitals.
• Efficient use of resources.

QualificationsEducation:

• College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) unrestricted license that allows the physician to fulfil the requirements of this position.
• Fellowship in Obstetrics and Gynecology recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).
• U.S.-trained doctors holding American Board certification are eligible to gain licensure with CPSO without certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RSPSC). Pathway A policy permits eligble specialists to be issued a restricted certificate of registration to practice independently limited to their scope of practice without requiring RCPSC. See CPSO - Alternative Pathways to Registration for Physicians Trained in the United States for further details.

Competencies (RCPSC CanMEDS Competency Framework):

• Function effectively as a consultant, integrating all of the CanMEDS roles to provide

optimal, ethical and patient-centred medical care,

• Establish and maintain clinical knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to your practice,
• Perform complete and appropriate assessments of patients,
• Use preventive and therapeutic interventions effectively,
• Demonstrate proficient and appropriate use of procedural skills, both diagnostic and

therapeutic,

• Seek appropriate consultation from other health professionals, recognizing the limits of their expertise.

Other:

• Eligible for membership on the credentialed staff of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self-Directed Learning opportunities.
• Eligible for membership on the credentialed staff of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self-Directed Learning opportunities.

This posting will remain open until filled. For any questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Melanie Delion, Community Physician Recruiter at MDelion@osmh.on.ca.Are you a New Graduate with outstanding student loans? OSMH is located in a community designated for Canada Student Loan forgiveness. You may be eligible for Canada Student Loan forgiveness if you meet other eligibility requirements. Please click for more information.Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment EquityOSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.Accomodation in the WorkplaceOrillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.Health & Safety ResponsibilitiesOSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.All team members must adhere to OSMH's Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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