Hospitalist

(Full-Time, Part-Time, or Locum)

Alexandra Marine & General Hospital (AMGH)

🌅 Goderich, Ontario – On the shores of Lake Huron 🌅

Alexandra Marine & General Hospital is seeking a part-time or full-time Hospitalist to support our inpatient program. Join a collaborative clinical team while enjoying one of Ontario’s most beautiful lakeside communities.

💼 RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES

We offer an attractive package designed to support both new graduates and experienced Hospitalists:

✨ Financial Incentives

Northern Rural Recruitment & Retention Initiative (NRRRI): $101,513 (as of April 2025)
6 months rent‑free housing in an apartment (value: $22,000)
6 months rent‑free space in the hospital ambulatory clinic (value: $26,000)
Municipal Interest Free Loan

✨ Compensation

$1,900 daily stipend (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
$330 per on call shift, plus any applicable FFS billings (5:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.)

✨ Accommodations

✔ Provided for the duration of any locum assignment

 

Lifestyle & Professional Perks

1-year Family YMCA Membership
Office and secretarial support provided by AMGH
Flexible scheduling
Supportive, collaborative Hospitalist team
You will be welcomed with a smooth onboarding process and strong local support
Key Responsibilities

Comprehensive Inpatient Care

Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and complex illnesses (e.g., pneumonia, diabetes, cardiac conditions).
Provide care across 22 acute care beds: general medicine, surgery, obstetrics, and intensive/coronary care.
Care Coordination & Communication

Act as the central point of contact for specialists, nurses, and allied health teams.
Maintain clear and compassionate communication with patients and families regarding care plans, risks, and progress.

Diagnostics & Treatment

Order and interpret labs, imaging, and other diagnostics.
Utilize on-site technology, including a CT scanner, a Telestroke-enabled ER, a Dialysis Unit, and P.A.C.S.
MRI services are currently in development.

Discharge & Transition Planning

Coordinate follow-up care, rehab services, home health, and community supports to ensure safe patient transitions.

Quality Improvement & Leadership

Participate in committees and initiatives promoting safety, efficiency, and excellence in patient care.

Technology & Programs

·         MEDITECH: a fully integrated information system with onsite, office, and remote access

·         EMR: Patient Keeper

·         Ontario Breast Screening Program

·         Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health – research involvement available

·         Teaching opportunities for residents and elective learners

·         Supports through: Underserviced Program (MoHLTC) and HealthForce Ontario

Team & Resources

You’ll work closely with the Goderich Medical Team, including:

13 Family Physicians
3 Surgeons
4 GP Anesthetists
7 Psychiatrists
Emergency department physicians and consulting specialists

Interested? Connect with Us!

Hannah Carr
Talent Acquisition Specialist
📧 hannah.carr@amgh.ca
📞 226-543-1587