Locum Opportunity – Pediatrics

The Department of Pediatric and Neonatal Medicine at the Timmins and District Hospital is urgently seeking one locum Pediatrician to provide on-call coverage during the period noted above. A 1X incentive is being offered in recognition of the urgent nature of this gap.

The Timmins and District Hospital is a 215-bed district referral and teaching hospital serving a local population of 41,000 and a catchment area of 110,000 in Northeastern Ontario. The hospital provides a full range of services including Medical, Surgical, Critical Care, Maternal/Child, Long Term Care, and Mental Health.

Scope of Work

On-call coverage will include neonatal and pediatric inpatient care. The neonatal unit provides intensive care to newborns with a 5-bed capacity. The hospital manages babies with a gestational age of 34 weeks and above and is designated as a Level II A nursery. Approximately 600 deliveries occur annually. Children requiring inpatient care are supported on a 5-bed pediatric unit.

Remuneration

• $2,190.97 per day plus 42% of shadow billings.
• 1X urgent coverage incentive: $1,000 per day ($3,000 total).
• All travel expenses (airfare/mileage, car rental, accommodations, and a travel stipend) will be covered up to a maximum, as per program guidelines.

Position Requirements

Candidates must:

• Hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Pediatrics.
• Be licensed to practice as a Pediatrician in Ontario.
• Maintain CMPA coverage.
• Hold an independent CPSO practice license and OHIP billing number.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical skills, commitment to patient safety, and high standards of care.

Note: Appointment is contingent on successful credentialing for medical staff privileges.