With 5 hospitals, 4 emergency departments, 3 critical care units, a long-term care home, a full range of medical and surgical specialties, more than 20 community health-care locations and a state-of-the-art surgical centre within the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, Lakeridge Health offers some of the broadest and most comprehensive acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care services in Ontario.

Lakeridge Health is redefining the future of health care through transformative research, dynamic academic partnerships, and groundbreaking clinical trials. With over 140 active studies, we’re at the forefront of advancing medical knowledge, expanding treatment options, and improving the lives of our patients. Our one-of-a-kind Queen's-Lakeridge Health MD Family Medicine Program is at the forefront of training the next generation of primary care doctors. Each year, over 3,000 students and trainees are supported by the Lakeridge Health Education and Research Network (LHEARN). Through our innovative collaboration with Ontario Tech University, we’re also harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize patient care. Together with our academic, community, and industry partners, Lakeridge Health is tackling the toughest health challenges and elevating the quality of care for the communities we serve.

Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a proud member of the Durham Ontario Health Team (Durham OHT) and works in collaboration with the Durham OHT, as well as primary care, and community and government partners to foster a truly integrated, regional system of care. Together, we are focused on empowering people to live their best health and fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable environment for all.

Plastic Surgeon – Locum Opportunity – Oshawa

The Division of Plastic Surgery at Lakeridge Health is seeking applicants for a full-time locum position starting as soon as possible with the duration ranging from 6 to 12 months. 

The successful candidate will work alongside a team of 7 plastic surgeons, providing comprehensive care to the Durham Region.

This position is equipped with full-time administrative support, access to an established EMR (Accuro), and a large network of referring doctors. The office supports weekly clinics.

Hospital resources include 1 OR day, 1 minor procedure day, and 1 half-day fracture clinic per week. The fracture clinic is well-supported by hand therapists and cast technicians. Call coverage will be equally shared among the 7 surgeons in the team.

Qualifications

• Certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
• Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest and an updated CV via email to ***@lh.ca (🔒 Premium) (Attention: Dr. A. Eckhaus – Division Head, Plastic Surgery).

Application Deadline: Applications will be considered until the position is filled. 

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Lakeridge Health will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact the Medical Affairs Office at ***@lh.ca (🔒 Premium). Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

 At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.