Are you a passionate and driven medical professional looking for a significant leadership role in a community-focused hospital?
The Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH) invites applications for the position of Chief of Emergency Medicine, to lead and inspire our dedicated team of physicians. This role offers a unique opportunity to guide and collaborate with a dynamic team in our state of the art, recently renovated Emergency Department, which provides high quality care to over 55,000 patients each year. Join us and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Position Details
As the Chief of Emergency Medicine, you will collaborate closely with the Physician Lead for Academic Affairs and Quality of Care, as well as the Physician Lead of the Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Elder Abuse Program. You will oversee a dedicated team of 34 physicians, ensuring the delivery of exceptional care in a fast-paced environment.
The Chief of Emergency Medicine position includes a .2 FTE allocation for administrative responsibilities, with flexible options for part-time or full-time clinical shifts. Clinical billings are structured through a combination of Alternate Payment Plan and fee-for-service model.
The position starts in April 2025, however, we invite candidates to join HGH as soon as possible to familiarize themselves with the hospital, team dynamics, and patient community.
Qualifications
- Licensed to practice in Ontario.
- Fluent in both English and French.
- Specialist in either Family Medicine with Enhanced Skills in Emergency Medicine or have significant experience in Emergency Medicine.
Benefits and Incentives
- Strategic Location: Enjoy a convenient geographic location, just an hour from Montreal and Ottawa.
- Bilingual Environment: Immerse yourself in a bilingual setting, fostering diverse interactions and experiences.
- Cutting-Edge EMR: Access and leverage the shared EMR system, EPIC, in partnership with The Ottawa Hospital.
About HGH
HGH is a family and patient-centred bilingual regional hospital. We provide essential services to the residents of Prescott-Russell and the surrounding region. As the majority of the population we serve is francophone, fluency in both French and English is a requirement.
Our team of over 200 physicians and 800 employees is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and relies on teamwork, innovation, and leadership.
In 2022, we completed a major redevelopment project that transformed our local community hospital into a full-service regional hospital thanks to a $200 million investment in infrastructure, medical equipment and cutting-edge technology.
HGH is a proud member of The Atlas Alliance, which has enabled us to adopt the Epic Health Information System and its electronic medical record (EMR), resulting in increased efficiency and patient safety. As a member of The Atlas Alliance, we maintain educational and working partnerships with The Ottawa Hospital and the Ottawa Heart Institute.
HGH is located in the town of Hawkesbury, Ontario, on the Ottawa River, providing the perfect work/life balance with beautiful scenery and all necessary amenities. If you are seeking a rural hospital that is easily commutable from the city, Hawkesbury is only an hour’s drive from both Montreal and Ottawa.
Apply Now
If you are a passionate physician eager to join in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Please send your CV to Medical Affairs via email at physicianrecruitment@hgh.ca.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact contact Medical Affairs at 613-632-1111, extension 31001.
Programs and Services
HGH has 100 inpatient beds and provides more than 40 specialized medical clinics for residents of Prescott-Russell and surrounding region. For a list of clinics, departments and services, visit the page Refer a patient.
Medical Team
To view the list of physicians and medical specialists, visit the page Medical Team.