Ophthalmologist - Richmond Hill, Canada - Mackenzie Health

    Mackenzie Health
    Mackenzie Health Richmond Hill, Canada

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 week ago

    Mackenzie Health background
    Permanent Full time
    Description

    Overview

    Mackenzie Health is currently seeking an Associate Courtesy Ophthalmologist to service both sites, who would have access to available resources in the outpatient clinic within the Department of Surgery, Division of Ophthalmology for general ophthalmology services. There is limited access to OR resources at the Regional Outpatient Cataract Centre at Southlake Regional Health Centre. The physician must complete a full credentialing application and must have their appointment approved by the Medical Advisory Committee and Board of Directors.

    Responsibilities


    •Provide timely assessments of hospital ophthalmology consults at both Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital and Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital.

    •Provide an equal share of evening and weekend regional on-call coverage with Southlake Regional HealthCentre and Markham Stouffville Hospital, approximately 1 in 10.

    •Support outpatient ophthalmology referrals from the Emergency Departments.

    Skills – Abilities – Experience


    •Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    •Ability to work both independently and as a team member within a group environment.

    •Proven attendance record.

    •Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.

    •Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mackenzie Health's Commitment to Caring.

    •Models behavior that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health – Excellence, Leadership and Empathy.

    •Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and excitinghealth care environment.

    •Contributes to patient and staff safety.

    Education – Certification – Licenses


    •Medical degree approved by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) required.

    •Post Graduate training in Ophthalmology.

    •Certification in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (FRCPC).

    •Canadian Medical Protection Association or equivalent in good standing.

    •Ontario Medical Association.

    Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.