General Internal Medicine Specialist

General Internal Medicine Specialist

Full Time, Locum Opportunities Available

Company Biography

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH’s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals’ contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.

Position Summary

A community based general internal medicine specialist providing comprehensive consultant in-patient and out-patient services

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Daily rounds on patients, including facilitation of timely discharge

 Availability to participate in hospital committees pertaining to specialty

 Participate in teaching rounds as available

OFFICE:

 Must maintain community office practice

On-Call:

 On-call responsibilities include 1 in 9 for Internal Medicine

 Timely response to request for consultations in the ER and inpatient units

RESOURCES:

 Available outpatient clinics includes: Diabetes Clinic, Heart Function Program, and Stress Testing

 ECG and Holter Monitoring are shared amongst the group

 Outpatient clinic for minor procedures

Administrative and Quality:

 Participation in strategic planning and program development of medical services.

 Participation in ongoing quality improvement and safety activities related to medical care.

 Participation in hospital committees pertaining to specialty and as required by the credentialed staff by-laws.

 Efficient use of resources.

REMUNERATION:

 Fee for Service

 HOCC for on-call

 In hospital cardio diagnostic procedures are billed by hospital and then paid monthly

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

 College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) unrestricted license that allows the physician to fulfil the requirements of this position.

 Fellowship in Internal Medicine recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).

Competencies (RCPSC CanMEDS Competency Framework):

• Function effectively as a consultant, integrating all of the CanMEDS roles to provide optimal, ethical and patient-centred medical care;

• Establish and maintain clinical knowledge, skills and attitudes appropriate to your practice;

• Perform complete and appropriate assessments of patients;

• Use preventive and therapeutic interventions effectively;

• Demonstrate proficient and appropriate use of procedural skills, both diagnostic and therapeutic;

• Seek appropriate consultation from other health professionals, recognizing the limits of their expertise.

Other:

• Eligible for appointment to the credentialed staff of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital.

• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional and personal growth and development through Continuing Education Programs and Self Directed Learning opportunities.

This posting will remain open until filled. For any questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Melanie Delion, Senior Human Resources Business Partner at mdelion@osmh.on.ca.

Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment

• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork

• wellness initiatives

• continuing education grants

• employee recognition and assistance programs

• a competitive salary and benefits package

• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accommodation in the Workplace

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.

Closing Statement

OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.