Job Description

Ophthalmologist Opportunity \xe2\x80\x93 Join our Growing Organization

Experience a place where people come first

As a healthcare leader serving a population of more than half a million people, Mackenzie Health offers a dynamic, supportive environment of respect and continuous learning. A place where all staff are valued, can engage in meaningful work as part of a friendly, diverse team and use best-in-class technology to provide exceptional patient care. Experience a place where people come first. Experience Mackenzie Health \xe2\x80\x93 your ultimate career destination.

As we opened Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, and continue to operate Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, we have many opportunities for passionate professionals like you, who share our commitment to quality, timely patient-centred care. Ultimately, this is where you want to be.

Position Overview
Mackenzie Health is currently seeking an Associate Courtesy Ophthalmologist to service both sites, who would have access to available resources in the outpatient clinic within the Department of Surgery, Division of Ophthalmology for general ophthalmology services. There is limited access to OR resources at the Regional Outpatient Cataract Centre at Southlake Regional Health Centre. The physician must complete a full credentialing application and must have their appointment approved by the Medical Advisory Committee and Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely assessments of hospital ophthalmology consults at both Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital and Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital.
• Provide an equal share of evening and weekend regional on-call coverage with Southlake Regional HealthCentre and Markham Stouffville Hospital, approximately 1 in 10.
• Support outpatient ophthalmology referrals from the Emergency Departments.

Skills \xe2\x80\x93 Abilities \xe2\x80\x93 Experience

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member within a group environment.
• Proven attendance record.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mackenzie Health\xe2\x80\x99s Commitment to Caring.
• Models behavior that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health \xe2\x80\x93 Excellence, Leadership and Empathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and excitinghealth care environment.
• Contributes to patient and staff safety.

Education \xe2\x80\x93 Certification \xe2\x80\x93 Licenses

• Medical degree approved by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) required.
• Post Graduate training in Ophthalmology.
• Certification in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (FRCPC).
• Canadian Medical Protection Association or equivalent in good standing.
• Ontario Medical Association.

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.

Interested Candidates should submit their curriculum vitae by February 16, 2024, to:
Sophie Stratos, Manager of Medical Affairs Mackenzie Health
10 Trench Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 4Z3 Tel: 905.883.1212 x7452
sophie.stratos@mackenziehealth.ca

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