Gastroenterologist

Peterborough Regional Health Centre is looking for a therapeutic gastroenterologist who is committed to providing the highest quality care. The successful candidate will be part of team of five (5) gastroenterologists that provides GI consultation and therapeutics coverage to hospital, community and regional patients. PRHC endoscopy facilities currently include four (4) endoscopy suites and provides GI therapeutic services such as ERCP and intraluminal stent insertion. The selected candidate will be part of a division seeking to build a regional system of care. There are opportunities for teaching and academic appointment through Queen’s University within our community hospital setting. On-call requirements are for GI only. The successful gastroenterologist will have regular access to endoscopy and ERCP time. Exceptional support services at PRHC include a strong hospitalist program, closed ICU, colorectal and thoracic surgery, and on-call interventional radiology.

• Currently licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible to obtain license

• Fellow Royal College of Physician and Surgeons in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterologist

• Eligible for Active or associate staff privileges at Peterborough Regional Health Centre

• Successful completion of a one (1) year ERCP/therapeutics training program

• Evidence of on-going continued medical education satisfy the requirements of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

• Commitment to a multi-disciplinary team approach

• Qualified to provide a full range of inpatient medical care

• Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work effectively with physicians, nursing staff, patients, directors, managers and community representatives as required

• Demonstrated ability to integrate current evidence and best practice into delivery of quality care in the division

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to adapt to continually changing priorities

• Actively encourage a spirit of co-operation amongst team members