Ophthalmologist - Locum

The Department of Ophthalmology is searching for occasional locums to cover gaps in our schedule.

The Timmins and District Hospital is a 225bed district hospital serving a local population of 41000 and a catchment area of 110000. Timmins is located in Northeastern Ontario andis a fully accredited referral and teaching hospital and offers a full range of Medical Surgical Critical Care Maternal/Child Long Term Care and Mental Health Services.

Details of Ophthalmology Locum work:

Ophthalmology locums provide service out of our newly built locum clinic. Ophthalmologists will also have onsite access to ophthalmic surgery OR laser suite WITH NdYAG Argon and diode capabilities as well as a minor procedure room to support a truly comprehensive ophthalmology practice.

Remuneration is as per HFO Guidelines for the Northern Specialist Locum Program.

Your traveling expenses of airfare and/or mileage local car rental and accommodations will be covered.

Position Requirements

Candidates must:

• have Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification in Ophthalmology.
• be licensed to practice as an Ophthalmologists in the Province of Ontario.
• have Canadian Medical Protective Associate (CMPA) coverage.
• have an independent practice license with the CPSO
• have an active OHIP billing number
• possess excellent clinical skills.
• have a commitment to patient safety and high standards of care.

** Approval based on successful credentialing for medical staff privileges.

For more information please contact Corey Krupa at