Website Peterborough Regional Health Centre
PRHC is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare
The Opportunity
The department of Obstetrics/Gynecology at Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is seeking a general Obstetrician/Gynecologist to join our team!We are seeking a physician to join our team on a long term or permanent basis. An upcoming parental leave within the group has also created a locum opportunity, offering interested candidates the opportunity to become familiar with our practice, hospital, and community while considering a potential permanent position.
Position Qualifications
· Currently registered with or eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
· Fellow Royal College of Physicians and Surgeon of Canada in Obstetrics and Gynecology, or equivalent
· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with physicians, nursing, staff, patients, directors,
managers, and the community as required
· Eligible for staff privileges at PRHC
· Evidence of ongoing continued medical education
Work Better
Our current call group consists of seven (7) generalists and one maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Our recruit
would share call with the current team. Our Labour & Delivery unit welcomes around 1,700 babies each year, has
its own dedicated Operating Room (OR), and is attached to PRHC’s Level 2B NICU. We also provide OR time for
gynecologic surgery, approximately two (2) full days per month, and the option to open your own clinic or join an
existing group practice.
PRHC is a teaching site and we work with medical students on their core OB/GYN rotations as well as with family
medicine residents based in Peterborough.
This is an exciting time to join the OB/GYN team at PRHC. We have big plans for the department in the coming years. For those who are interested in creative partnerships, and in leadership, this job will be of particular interest.
We encourage and welcome residents and locum physicians to come visit and see if we may be a good fit.
Live Better
We are a group of physicians committed to work-life balance. We are open to job shares and part-time work; we
value family time, mental health, and the freedom to pursue hobbies and leisure activities. We are hoping to recruit someone who is not only a skilled and compassionate physician, but who shares these values.
Peterborough is located 90 minutes north-east of Toronto, making it a convenient yet peaceful alternative to city living. For those who love the outdoors, Peterborough offers a blend of outdoor pursuits and urban amenities right at your doorstep – cottage country is as close as 20 minutes away.
Home to Trent University and Fleming College, along with a growing business sector, the opportunities here
are abundant.
Have questions?
Contact Dr. Kate Gerster, Chief of Obstetrics/Gynecology at kgerster@prhc.on.ca
Interested parties send CVs to Laura Golloher, Medical Affairs at medicalrecruitment@prhc.on.ca
PRHC is an accessible workplace, and an equal opportunity employer. For more information about our programs and services, please visit our website at: www.prhc.on.ca
To apply for this job email your details to medicalrecruitment@prhc.on.ca


