Obstetrician & Gynecologist

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Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations. Across our two hospitals, Markham Stouffville Hospital and Uxbridge Hospital, as well as our Reactivation Care Centre, we deliver safe, high-quality care to more than 441,000 patients annually through diagnostic and emergency care services, clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. Oak Valley Health is proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team. With over 600 professional staff, over 3,300 dedicated staff, and more than 900 active volunteers, we are committed to celebrating our people, fostering connections, and driving innovative growth. We provide integrated care for healthier communities and deliver an extraordinary patient experience through our honoured to care culture to residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge, and beyond.

Position Overview:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH) is looking for an Obstetrician & Gynecologist to join our team. The successful candidate will be working with a strong, supportive and collegial group of colleagues who are already providing high-quality, patient and family-centered obstetrical care within the Markham Stouffville community. As a new member of the department, the successful applicant would:

• Participate in the on-call roster for obstetrics and gynecology – Approx. 1:10.
• Provide the full scope of OB/GYN services.
• Practice within the catchment area of Markham Stouffville Hospital.
• Participate in department quality improvements and patient safety initiatives.
• Be supportive of the Midwifery services offered at MSH.

MSH is a collegial environment, with recently renovated facilities. We have a group of highly motivated and skilled physicians, nurses, and allied health care teams. It is a fantastic place to work! We are also a training site for University of Toronto trainees and have an active expanding research program that supports open phase 3 clinical trials.

Qualifications:

• An independent license or eligibility for independent practice from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Fellowship certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent qualifications.

Submissions will be accepted until the position is filled. We invite all interested and qualified candidates to submit an expression of interest and current Curriculum Vitae to:

Trevor Whyte, Manager, Medical Administration

trwhyte@oakvalleyhealth.ca

Oak Valley Health thanks all qualified physicians for their submissions however only selected candidates who qualify will be contacted to attend a pre-application interview. All appointments are subject to an Impact Analysis and Board approval. The hospital reserves the right not to appoint anyone to this position.

Work Schedule:

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

Range:

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

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