Obstetrician /Gynecologist

Positions available: 1.0 FTE – Full-time 

Headwaters Health Centre in Orangeville is currently seeking a full-time Obstetrician /Gynecologist to join our vibrant team/community. Practice opportunities include primary and consultation obstetrics, gynecology surgery (fully equipped for minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery), outpatient clinics and emergency department consultation.

Why Headwaters?  

Headwaters Health Care Centre is a community centered, medium-sized hospital providing both acute and complex continuing care, as well as 24/7 Emergency Department coverage. With over 700 staff and over 160 physicians, the hospital is accredited with Exemplary standing by Accreditation Canada. The hospital just launched a new 5-year strategic plan, which includes an exciting partnership with the Medical School at Toronto Metropolitan University.  

Orangeville offers great opportunities for outdoor recreation, many thriving shops and restaurants, and lots of small town charm. We are conveniently located one hour from downtown Toronto. Our values are more than words, they are what define and connect us. They determine how we work, how we behave, and how we relate to our patients, their families, and caregivers as well as to everyone who is part of the Headwaters community.

MATERNAL CHILD CARE PROGRAM 

The Maternal Child Care program currently provides low risk obstetrical care (Level IB) by both Obstetricians and midwives. Our model for the inpatient birthing unit is that of LDRP. Our volumes have been steadily increasing, with just over 1000 births in 2025. We are in the process of expanding our program to support our growing community and needs and anticipate having a level 2A nursery in the near future. We are committed to providing quality care and as a team of physicians, nurses, midwives and anesthesiologists are actively participating in the MOREOB risk management program.

Expectations for Educations/Skills:

·        Licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario

·        Certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada to practice Obstetrics and Gynecology

·        Proven ability to work within the expected scope of practice for general Obstetrics and Gynecology, including minimally invasive surgery and colposcopy. Urogynecology fellowship is a bonus.

·        Comply with the scheduling structures established by the Chief or designate to ensure that Hospital services are covered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The current call load is 1 in 4.

·        Comply with the requirement to be physically available for consultations within 15 min radius to the hospital when on call

·        Abide by the Hospital By-laws

·        Attend staff and departmental meetings within the Hospital

·        Headwaters Health Centre is affiliated with more than one university, namely McMaster, and TMU. It is recognized as a teaching site for medical students and residents. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the teaching process of medical trainees.

·        Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·        Models behavior that is aligned with the values of Headwaters Health and our strategic plan of One Community, Caring together to provide excellent care, close to home.