Locum general surgeon to provide comprehensive general surgical care in a busy community setting at Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital for occasional recurring full week or weekend coverage commencing July 1, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2026

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

On call:

• Urgent surgical assessment and management of conditions (surgical/endoscopic/non-operative). 
• On call ~1 in 5.

Elective:

• Operating room, endoscopy, minor procedures resources equitably distributed to all surgeons. 

Remuneration:

• Fee for Service and HOCC for on-call

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital has a well-trained and vibrant medical staff that is committed to high-quality patient care. OSMH has a broad complement of existing surgical services, including Urology, ENT, Obs./Gyne, Plastic surgery, Orthopaedic surgery, Ophthalmology, and additional on-site general surgery specializations in MIS, Breast Oncoplastics, ERCP, Therapeutic Endoscopy, and Colorectal Surgery. Surgeons work closely with the Royal Victoria Hospital Regional Cancer Centre with well-established oncology programs.

This is an excellent environment for a new or early career general surgeon, boasting fully equipped MIS and endoscopy suites, on-site interventional radiology, hospitalist support, internal medicine and subspecialty support, a closed ICU, an established Acute Care Surgery service, and a supportive and collaborative group of colleagues. As an ACS-NSQIP meritorious status hospital we are dedicated to perioperative surgical quality improvement to optimize outcomes for our patients.

Qualifications:

• Fellowship in Surgery recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).
• College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) unrestricted license that allows the physician to fulfill the requirements of this position.
• American-Trained Physicians – Fast-Track Your Move to Ontario. Ontario now offers streamlined licensing pathways with no additional exams or certification required if you’re AB-certified
• Eligible for membership on the credentialed staff of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.
• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self-Directed Learning opportunities.

Experience:

• Previous work experience, fellowship training, or keen interest in breast surgery and oncoplastics preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply.

 The City of Orillia itself is in the heart of Ontario's cottage country, nestled in between Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching, with lots of waterfront properties and direct access to a full complement of summer lake and nature activities, winter skiing and sledding, and excellent local restaurants.