Physician Specialists: Locum Obstetrician/Gynecologist
| Reference # | 00267 |
| Posted | Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021 at 3:32pm |
| Scope | Public Applications Accepted |
| Position | Locum OB-GYN |
| Department | Emergency Department |
| Pay | Remuneration in the form of a stipend (for call and accommodation) plus fee for service billings. |
The Northumberland Hills Hospital is currently seeking an Obstetrician/Gynecologist to join our vibrant team/community as a Locum provider.
We currently require coverage for 1 in 3 weekends (including statutory holidays) and vacation relief for 2 full time OB/GYNs.
This coverage would include consultation to the Emergency Department for obstetrical and gynecologic emergencies, coverage for the 2 full time OB/GYN practice patients, consultation and back up for the Family Practice Obstetrical providers and 2 Midwife groups.
MATERNAL CHILD CARE PROGRAM
The Maternal Child Care program provides low risk obstetrical care (Level 1). The inpatient 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; four overflow beds; an operating room; and an advanced fetal and patient monitoring system.
We delivered 549 babies last year and we have capacity to grow. The Maternal Child Care team consists of registered nurses specifically trained in obstetrical care, obstetricians, family physicians, midwives, anesthetists, respiratory therapists, pharmacy staff, dietitians, social workers, and volunteers. This team is committed to provision of exceptional patient care. We participate in the MoreOB risk management program and follow Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines. The program is committed to mother-baby dyad care and works within a patient and family centred 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)
- Demonstrated ability to integrate current evidence and best practice into the delivery of quality care
SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- Full-spectrum general obstetrics and gynecology scope of practice
- NHH is affiliated with three major Universities and is a recognized educational site for Family Medicine Residents and Undergraduates. The preferred candidates would be willing to participate in teaching postgraduate and undergraduate medical trainees.
LOCATION OF WORK:
1000 DePalma Drive, Cobourg Ontario
Northumberland County
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Attention:
Dr. Kathleen Barnard-Thompson,
Maternal Child Care Services Department Chief
c/o Maureen Canfield, Executive Assistant
Patient and Medical Services
Northumberland Hills Hospital
1000 DePalma Drive
Cobourg ON Canada
Telephone: 905.372.6811 Ext. 4002
Email: mcanfield@nhh.ca
Fax: 905.372.4243