The Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH) is looking for a part-time Ophthalmologist to join its dynamic ambulatory care and surgical teams. 

HGH is a family and patient-centred bilingual regional hospital. We provide essential services to the residents of Prescott-Russell and the  surrounding region. As the majority of the population we serve is francophone, fluency in both French and English is a requirement. 

Our team of over 200 physicians and 800 employees is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and relies on teamwork, innovation, and leadership. 

Number of positions: 1-2 

 Start date and schedules: flexible 

Clinical Setting and Duties 

Our team is currently composed of three Ophthalmologists. 

 HGH provides attractive benefits such as zero overhead expenses and the opportunity to work in our state-of-the-art, newly constructed ambulatory care building. The booking clerks book all tests, follow-ups, consults, and OR procedures for you. 

 Our ORs have also undergone recent renovations to introduce natural lighting and are fully equipped with brand new equipment. 

 A minimum of one day of dedicated OR time per week is available as well as a minimum of 2 clinic days per week. 

 Access to a YAG/SLT Laser, Visual Field, and OCT. 

Qualifications 

Certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent qualification 

Independent practice license from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario 

Incentives 

Opportunity to set-up an office in the community to supplement the hospital-based practice is available and can be discussed further upon expression of interest. 

Rural incentives and relocation bonuses may apply. 

About HGH 

In 2022, we completed a major redevelopment project that transformed our local community hospital into a full-service regional hospital thanks to a $200 million investment in infrastructure, medical equipment and cutting-edge technology. 

HGH is a proud member of The Atlas Alliance, which has enabled us to adopt the Epic Health Information System and its electronic medical record (EMR), resulting in increased efficiency and patient safety. As a member of The Atlas Alliance, we maintain educational and working partnerships with The Ottawa Hospital and the Ottawa Heart Institute. 

HGH is located in the town of Hawkesbury, Ontario, on the Ottawa River, providing the perfect work/life balance with beautiful scenery and all necessary amenities. If you are seeking a rural hospital that is easily commutable from the city, Hawkesbury is only an hour’s drive from both Montreal and Ottawa. 

Apply Now 

If you are a passionate medical professional looking to work in a supportive and vibrant environment, we encourage you to apply. 

Please send your CV to Medical Affairs via email at ***@hgh.ca (🔒 Premium). 

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Medical Affairs at***-***-**** (🔒 Premium), extension 31001.