Locum and Full-Time Emergency Physician Opportunities – Belleville General Hospital, Ontario

About Us

Nestled on the shores of the beautiful Bay of Quinte in Southeastern Ontario, Belleville General Hospital is a robust 260- bed community hospital serving a vibrant region with excellent access to Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and upstate New York. Our Emergency Department sees over 39,500 cases annually, with daily patient volumes ranging from 95–120.

Locum Opportunities

We have various locum shifts available in 2026.

Opportunities exist in both the fast-track and higher acuity area. All shifts average 8-9 hours. There may be up to four physicians on duty, depending on the time of day.

Remuneration

Competitive remuneration via Alternate Funding Agreement (daily rates based on shift + shadow billing)

• Approximate hourly rates: $226.00 - $288.00, depending on the shift and time of day with a shadow billing premium of 37%.
• Full-time physicians can expect $350,000–$400,000 annually
• City of Belleville incentives up to $75,000* (*for full-time positions with return-of-service)
• Accommodation and/or travel may be available.

Qualifications

We’re looking for physicians with CCFP (with ED experience), CCFP-EM, FRCPC, or ABMS. New grads are welcome to apply as well.

Applicants must be:

• Current with ACLS, ATLS, and PALS certifications
• Eligible for Ontario licensure

Support & Resources

• A dedicated team of emergency nurses
• There is support from specialists in family medicine, paediatrics, internal medicine, ICU, general surgery, orthopaedic surgery, urology, anesthesiology, oncology, OBGYN, psychiatry, ENT, ophthalmology, radiology and interventional radiology
• Access to point-of-care ultrasound (3 machines, including endocavitary and transesophageal probes)
• State-of-the-art diagnostics including 64-slice CT scanner, MRI, and 24/7 ultrasounds/CTs
• Proximity to Kingston General Hospital (55 min) for tertiary support in neurosurgery, cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, plastic surgery, and trauma care

Teaching & Academic Opportunities

Many of our full-time emergency physicians are affiliated with Queen’s University as Adjunct Assistant Professors, participating in resident training through the Queen’s Belleville Family Medicine Program.

Quinte Health

Quinte Health includes four hospitals—Belleville General, North Hastings, Prince Edward County Memorial, and Trenton Memorial—providing care across 335+ inpatient beds, 4 EDs, multiple ORs, ambulatory care clinics, rehab services, and mental health programs. Physicians may have opportunities to work across multiple sites.

Community Highlights

The Quinte region offers diverse landscapes: lakes, wine country, beaches (Sandbanks), and picturesque towns. With affordable homes, low cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant arts & dining scenes, you can enjoy an ideal work-life balance. Belleville and Quinte West are conveniently located along Highway 401, with easy drives to Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Kingston.

Join our collaborative and supportive team! Please send your CV and cover letter to:

Martha Farrell

Physician Recruitment and Retention Coordinator, Quinte Health

***@quintehealth.ca (🔒 Premium)

Quinte Health is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please advise us of any requirements in advance.