The Queen’s Department of Family Medicine is seeking dedicated, enthusiastic locums to cover for year-round faculty to provide in-patient clinical coverage at the Division of Hospital Medicine based at Providence Care Hospital in beautiful and historic Kingston, Ontario. Locum opportunities include 0.5 to 1.0 FTE roles.

The Division of Hospital Medicine is a dynamic group of physicians committed to delivering quality care to patients admitted in complex medical, rehabilitation, and mental health programs of Providence Care Hospital, a sub-acute care hospital and Southeastern Ontario’s leading provider of specialized care in aging, mental health, and rehabilitation.

Offering a competitive remuneration package, clinical coverage hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, with no responsibilities after hours, on weekends, or stat holidays.

The successful applicant must be licensed to practise in Ontario on or before the appointment start day, with preference given to candidates who have valid certification from the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

As we are an academic division, responsibilities may include both patient care and resident supervision.

Applicants are asked to submit the following:

1. A current curriculum vitae.

2. The names and contact information for three referees.

3. A letter of good standing from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO);and

4. Proof of membership with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA). 

Kingston and the Queen’s Community Rich in history, culture, attractions, and cuisine, Kingston consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in Canada, offering an abundance of festivals, concerts, and events; unique restaurants, pubs, and cafés; historic sites, live theatre, museums, art galleries, and eclectic shopping; and beautiful running, hiking, and biking trails along Lake Ontario, all within our downtown core (visitkingston.ca). Queen’s University is recognized nationally for the quality of its undergraduate and graduate programs.

The university is an integral part of the vibrant Kingston community in the heart of the Thousand Islands region of southeastern Ontario. It has a community spirit and amenities unmatched by any other Canadian university.

The university and the region offer an outstanding academic and community environment (queensu.ca). COVID-19 On-Campus Requirements Prior to May 1, 2022, the university required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in inperson university activities. These requirements were suspended May 1, 2022. However, they remain in effect for students, staff, and faculty in workplaces, including hospitals, where patient care is provided and/or where the work duties or educational requirements of the position involve or support patient care.

Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement The university invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal Peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

The university provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs.

Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Queen’s Human Resources at ***@queensu.ca (🔒 Premium).