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Orthopedic Locum Visiting Specialists

Since orthopedics specialists are not available within a 275km range (Timmins), we are providing consultation clinics and minor surgical procedures on a bi-monthly basis. Surgical procedures could include the following; arthroscopy, bunionectomy, hammer toes, closed reductions, hand surgery, etc. All major surgeries could be referred to the Timmins District Hospital or to the hospital decided by the specialist.

Typical locuming period2 days/bi-monthlyor3 days per quarter

Typical workweek:

Sunday evening / Monday morningTravelling

Monday - Wednesday Consulting clinics8am - 4pm

Different days & hours could be arranged

Wednesday morning / afternoonTravelling

Remuneration(Underserviced Area Program - Visiting Specialist Program - Ontario Ministry of Health)

·Clinical service sessional rate is $459 per 3-4 hours/session.More than one session could apply for remuneration - typically 2 sessions would apply per day.

·Physician expected to bill fee-for-service if billing exceed the daily sessional rate.

·Honorarium of $300/day per approved day (min. six hours of clinical service).

• Travelling time will be remunerated based on the sessional rate of $459 per 3-4 hours of travel.A maximum of three sessions can be billed per day.
• Expenses covered by the program: flights, rental car, accommodation, meals to a max of $40/day.

The Specialist Clinic

The specialist clinic is located on the 2^nd floor of the hospital.

Physical environment

Front desk for nurseWaiting room5 examination rooms

An RPN is available full time during clinic periods to assist with patients (and translation if required).The booking and coordination of the clinics is provided by the hospital.

The OR Department

Travelling

Accomodations

Accommodation - we will help you to find the required accommodation.We have three available apartments (fully furnished and serviced) used by our locums and medical residents/students.Excellent hotel rooms and suites are also available.

Contact us for more information

France Dallaire, CEO

(705) 372-2907This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Marylène T. Comeau, Recruitment coordinator

(705) 372-2968This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it