The Service of Anaesthesia at North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC) is seeking locum Anaesthesiologists to join its collaborative team and support daytime and on-call coverage. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a modern regional referral centre while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of Northern Ontario. Locum physicians will work alongside an experienced and supportive team in a collegial environment that values high-quality patient care and professional collaboration.

Service Details:

NBRHC Anaesthesiologists provide services to General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Otolaryngology, Urology, Ophthalmology, Dental Surgery, Pain Management, ECT, the Preadmission Clinic and the CCU. NBRHC has an 8 theatre OR, a 13 bed PACU, endoscopy suite, ophthalmology suite, labour & delivery suite and a 16 bed CCU.

Locum anaesthetists will be provided a daily room assignment (Monday-Friday) and will participate in the on-call roster as negotiated. On-Call services also includes consultative support for vented patients in the critical care unit. Locum opportunities are available each month, with flexible scheduling options including weekdays, weekends, and longer-term bookings.

Qualifications:

Qualified applicants will have licensure to practice independently in Ontario, and a standing anaesthesiology fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or Family Medicine CCFP designation with a certificate of added competence in anaesthesia. Proficiency in community pediatric anaesthesia is required.

Hospital Information:

NBRHC is a modern, state-of-the-art healthcare facility that opened in 2011 and serves as a key regional referral center for Northeastern Ontario. With 480 beds, NBRHC provides a full spectrum of acute care and specialized services to a catchment population extending across North Bay and surrounding communities including Mattawa, West Nipissing and Temiskaming Shores.

The hospital offers comprehensive acute care services, including a 24/7 emergency department, 16 bed Critical Care Unit, inpatient adult and pediatric medicine, dialysis, endoscopy and bronchoscopy, obstetrics, pathology and surgical subspecialties. NBRHC also provides advances diagnostic imaging services, including x-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, bone densitometry and nuclear medicine, supporting timely and high-quality diagnostic care for the region.

NBRHC is unique in Ontario for its fully integrated model of care, combining acute care services and specialized mental health services on one campus. The organization fulfills three important roles:

• Providing acute care services to North Bay and surrounding communities
• Serving as the district referral center providing specialist services for smaller communities across the region
• Delivering specialized mental health services for the entire Northeast region of Ontario.

This integrated system allows NBRHC to provide coordinated, patient-centered care while supporting strong collaboration among medical specialists and healthcare teams.

Additional information about the hospital and physician opportunities can be found at northbaydoctors.ca

Community Information:

Often referred to as Ontario’s Gateway to the North, the community of North Bay offers an exceptional balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. With a population of approximately 54,000, North Bay is a safe, welcoming city situated about 3.5 hours from both Toronto and Ottawa. Surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the shores of Lake Nipissing, the city offers four distinct seasons of outdoor recreation such as boating, skiing, hiking, and cycling. North Bay features a diverse and growing economy, excellent schools, and a vibrant community atmosphere, making it an ideal place to build a rewarding medical career while enjoying a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Remuneration:

Remuneration will be a combination of:

• OHIP billings;
• NSLP daily honourarium of $386;
• NBRHC HOCC stipend of $470-$600 per on-call day;
• NSLP travel sessionals and travel honourariums for each day of travel;
• NSLP locum travel and accommodation funding
• Paid hospital orientation & free hospital parking provided.