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OBSTETRICIAN / GYNECOLOGIST LOCUM

The Northumberland Hills Hospital is currently seeking a LOCUM Obstetrician / Gynecologist to join our vibrant team/community for locum coverage.

Practice opportunities include primary and consultation obstetrics, gynecologic surgery (fully equipped for minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery), outpatient clinics and emergency department consultation.

MATERNAL CHILD CARE PROGRAM AT NHH

The Maternal Child Care program provides low risk obstetrical care (Level 1) with approximately 550 births per year with capacity to grow. The Birthing Unit provides a family centered environment that is equipped with six labour and delivery beds – each with their own private and home-like suite; a dedicated C-section operating suite; and an advanced fetal and patient monitoring system.

Our team consists of registered nurses specifically trained in obstetrical and newborn care, obstetricians, family physicians, midwives, anesthetists, respiratory therapists, pharmacy staff, dietitians, social workers, and volunteers. This team is committed to the provision of exceptional patient care. The team actively participates in the MoreOB risk management program and follows the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines. The program is committed to mother-baby dyad care and works within a patient and family centered model of care. The hospital is currently working toward Baby Friendly Initiative accreditation and provides breastfeeding support.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must have Fellowship in Obstetrics/Gynecology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
• Licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (or eligibility for licensure in the Province of Ontario)
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with all department / team disciplines in a supportive best practice environment (interprofessional collaboration)
• Proven evidence of continued medical education commitment in a related field
• Demonstrated ability to integrate current evidence and best practice into the delivery of quality care
• Support family physicians with obstetrics privileges and midwifery colleagues

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Full-spectrum general obstetrics and gynecology scope of practice.
• NHH is affiliated with three major Universities (Toronto, Queen’s, and Ottawa) and is a recognized educational site for Family Medicine Residents and Undergraduates.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

The applicant must be experienced, competent, and up to date with regard to general obstetrics and gynaecology.

REMUNERATION/BENEFITS PACKAGE BEING OFFERED:

Remuneration is based on a daily stipend with travel and accommodations covered.

TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION:

Please submit your CV and cover letter to Dr. Erin Pepper, c/o Gloria Crawford, Medical Affairs (***@nhh.ca (🔒 Premium))