Orthopedic Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon

Lakeridge Health, has everything you seek - in your career and beyond.  As one of Ontario's largest hospital networks and the dedicated cancer centre for the Central East, we foster a culture that promotes career advancement, learning opportunities and great quality of life.  Through our five hospital sites, in Ajax-Pickering, Bowmanville, Oshawa, Port Perry, and Whitby we provide a broad range of healthcare services to a diverse population, with a focus on achieving excellence.  One System.  Best Health.

Lakeridge Health is currently inviting applications for one Full-Time Orthopedic surgeon to join a team of 13 orthopedic surgeons providing comprehensive care in hip and knee arthroplasty. This position is a succession into a senior surgeon’s practice in preparation for his retirement over a period of two years.

The successful candidate will treat patients with disorders of the hip and knee. Providing general trauma care for the corporation is an essential part of this position.  Call is shared amongst the members of the group.  You will have teaching opportunities through the Lakeridge Health partnership with Queen’s University. Lakeridge Health offers many administrative options for those interested in pursuing physician leadership positions.

The candidate must hold a fellowship in Orthopedic Surgery with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and must hold an independent practice licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.  Fellowship training in arthroplasty is required.

The position start date is June/July 2022.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send a CV and contact information for three referees to:  Dr. Samir Chhabra, Chief, Division of Orthopedic Surgery.  Email:  [email protected].  Fax:  (905) 721-4784. Tel:  (905) 576-8711 x33720. 

Application closing date:  June 16, 2022.

LH will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact the Medical Affairs Office.