JOB OPPORTUNITY NOTICE

Position: Surgical Hospitalist

Status: Full-Time

Division: Multiple Campuses

Salary Range: $250,000-$300,000

Start Date: TBD

Vacancy Disclosure: New positions

Position Overview

The Department of Surgery at The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is seeking qualified and motivated Surgical Hospitalists to join its multidisciplinary inpatient care teams. This role is integral to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred surgical care across TOH’s campuses and supports both elective and acute surgical services.

The precedent for this model has been utilized by the Division of Orthopedics at The Ottawa General Hospital and has been in place since 2016.

The successful candidates will work collaboratively with surgical subspecialties, trainees, nursing staff, and allied health professionals to manage perioperative surgical inpatients, support operating room activities, optimize patient flow, and enhance continuity of care.

The Divisions currently looking to appoint include:

Thoracic Surgery
Vascular surgery
General Surgery (more than one service line including acute care surgery and Trauma)
Gyne-Oncology
More to come

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive inpatient care to surgical patients, including perioperative assessment and management
Perform daily inpatient rounds; coordinate investigations, consultations, and discharge planning
Opportunity to provide surgical assist services in the operating room, as required by the Division, including elective and urgent cases
Collaborate closely with attending surgeons, residents, fellows, consulting services, and allied health teams
Support quality improvement initiatives, patient safety activities, and development of clinical pathways
Contribute to the academic mission of the department through teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows, as applicable
On call responsibilities may be requested by some specialities.

Qualifications and Professional Requirements

Independent licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
Medical Liability Coverage (CMPA)
CFPC or RCPSC designation
Interest in inpatient surgical care and perioperative management; previous experience in that specialty is not required and pathology specific training and resources will be part of onboarding process
Ability to function effectively in a collaborative, high-acuity academic environment
Strong communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills

Academic & Professional Environment

The Ottawa Hospital is one of Canada’s leading academic health sciences centres and a major teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Ottawa. The Department of Surgery offers a collegial academic environment with opportunities for education, leadership, and involvement in quality improvement and innovation initiatives.

Remuneration, Schedule & Opportunities

OHIP billing for inpatient services and surgical assist services
Co-management model (not MRP)
Patient roster approx. 15-25 (varies across sub-speciality)
Work benefits are currently being explored
Target income from OHIP billing: Approximately $300,000 per year
Schedule: Weekdays, daytime hours – Full time equivalent
HR and administrative cost recovery of 6% (including billing agent costs)
Access to continuing professional development, teaching, and leadership opportunities
Supportive multidisciplinary work environment across surgical divisions
Become a member of the surgical community and network

Application Process

Applicants are invited to submit the following:

A current curriculum vitae
A cover letter outlining clinical experience, divisional interests, and suitability for the role

Comments To Applicant

The Department of Surgery is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Selection decisions are based on job-related qualifications and experience.

The Department of Surgery is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $200,000.00-$300,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you currently hold a CFPC (College of Family Physicians of Canada) or RCPSC (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada) designation?
Do you currently hold independent licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)?

Work Location: In person

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