Job description

Cardiologist

(FULL-TIME POSITION)

Add more life to your career.

With our investments in people and leading edge, specialized services, it’s an amazing time to be a part of Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC). As a part of PRHC, you’ll work with diverse and talented leaders and colleagues who are committed

to providing extraordinary care, and you’ll be doing it all in a place where you’ll make a meaningful impact on people’s lives while you transform your own. Experience the PRHC difference.

Visit prhc.on.ca/careers/

PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025. 

American-trained physicians are encouraged to apply — we provide assistance with work permits if needed.

The Opportunity

PRHC is seeking a General Cardiologist to join its vibrant growing cardiology program. As one of the Cardiac Centres

of Excellence for the Central East LHIN, PRHC serves as a regional cardiac referral centre for parner hospitals throughout the region. PRHC Cardiologists provide inpatient MRP cardiac care in our CCU, ward telemetry unit and consultation services to our busy Emergency Department and throughout the hospital. We have a high volume cardiac catheterization laboratory performing diagnostic and interventional procedures, including a 24/7 EMS bypass Code STEMI system. A Cardiac Electrophysiology program is

starting in 2025.  

The cardiac program is supported by the on-site regional nephrology and hemodialysis program, vascular surgery

and a Level 3 ICU Interested candidates would be expected to participate in

PRHC’s existing Nurse Practitioner (NP) supported Regional Chest Pain, Rapid Access and Heart Function clinics.

Qualified candidates will have the chance to:

· Join an established group community cardiology practice, which offers a full range of stress testing, stress

echocardiography, echocardiography, Holter monitoring and nuclear cardiology modalities

· Read nuclear perfusion stress tests at a large volume community centre

· Perform TEEs to support our programs patients requiring structural heart evaluation

Position Qualifications:

• Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). A clear and viable pathway to licensure must be established at the time of application

•Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or equivalent training (e.g., American Board Certification) and eligible for RCPSC assessment

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with physicians, nursing, staff, patients, directors,managers, and the community as required

• Eligible for staff privileges at PRHC

• Evidence of ongoing continued medical education

• Demonstrated interest in patient safety and quality improvement

• Level III echo or TEE proficiency preferred but not required

Work Better

PRHC is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in

Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Alderville and Hiawatha.

The Health Centre is located in Peterborough Ontario, a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto – and has a proud local history extending back over a century. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges and a core group of 250 volunteers. As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and rewards the

achievements of its people.

Live Better

In Peterborough, you’ll be as close to the great outdoorsas you are to work, schools and other amenities. Cottage

country is as close as 20 minutes away. An hour south of Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park and a couple of hours

from Algonquin Provincial Park. Here, we boast all the conveniences and comforts that an exceptional quality

of life demands. Here, you can have it all. Just 90 minutes from downtown Toronto by car, Peterborough is a unique community unto itself, an established entity with a rich heritage, a thriving culture, and a bright future. Home to Trent University

and Fleming College as well as a burgeoning business sector, the opportunities here abound. Peterborough offers a unique blend of outdoor pursuits and urban amenities right at your doorstep. Our arts and culture community is renowned for its exceptional events,

exhibitions and performances, and the city offers a wide array of multicultural cuisine, local cafés, and unique shops.