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BURNABY, BC:  Plastic Surgery Division at Burnaby Hospital and the Fraser Heath Authority are looking to hire a plastic surgeon to join a group of four surgeons. The ideal applicant will have at least one year of post-graduate training in a field applicable to a community plastic surgery practice. It is expected that the applicant will have a strong interest in skin cancer, hand trauma and general plastic surgery procedures such as peripheral nerve and breast surgery. The position posting is for a part-time surgeon to job share with another surgeon who plans to transition to retirement. Main OR time and ambulatory surgery time privileges will be shared among the newly recruited surgeon. Click for further details.. Please forward letters of interest, a copy of your CV and four letters of reference. One letter of reference must include residency or fellowship program directors. If you have been in practice for at least four years, a letter from your chief of surgery will be accepted in lieu of your program supervisors.  CVs: Dr Ravinder Dennis Bhui ; Dr Dao Nguyen ; Margaret Coplin

GREATER TORONTO AREA, Lakeridge Health, Lakeridge Health is currently inviting applications for a Full-Time surgeon to join a congenial team of 6 plastic surgeons providing comprehensive care in Ajax-Pickering, Durham Region and Northumberland Hills with hospital privileges at all Lakeridge sites including Ajax, Oshawa, Bowmanville and Port Perry. There is a potential for clinics at the new and under construction Jerry Coghlan Centre. Click for further details. The candidate must hold a fellowship in Plastic 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 Breast reconstruction and/or Microsurgery is an asset but not required.   The position start date is negotiable, however March 2021 is preferred. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send a CV and contact information for three referees to: Dr. Phil Narini, Division of Plastic Surgery Chief.  Email: .  Fax:  (905) 721-4784. Tel:  (905) 576-8711 x33720.  Application closing date:  February 5, 2021. (posted January 19, 2021)

TORONTO, ON: The Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at the Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto is inviting applications for the permanent position of Academic Surgeon with a focus on pediatric craniofacial surgery, cleft lip and palate surgery, vascular anomalies and microsurgical reconstruction. This appointment is for a full-time faculty position in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery at the University of Toronto at the level of Surgeon-Scientist or Surgeon-Investigator.  The effective date of this appointment is to be decided.  Click for details.. Please submit applications including the name of three referees and curriculum vitae and by March 1, 2021 to: Dr. Christopher R. Forrest; Suite 5430 – 555 University Avenue; The Hospital for Sick Children; Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5G 1X8; (posted January 18, 2021)

KELOWNA, BC: The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Kelowna, BC is inviting applications for a Locum position from April 1, 2021 to August 1, 2021.  The candidate will support a team of five plastic surgeons providing comprehensive care in Kelowna for the Interior Health Region. Care is primarily based out of Kelowna General Hospital with office and private surgery centre 1km away at Okanagan Health Surgical Centre. Click for further details.. The candidate must hold a fellowship in Plastic 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 BC. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send a CV and contact information for three referees to: Dr. Sheena Sikora, (posted January 11, 2021)

TORONTO, ON:  Applications are invited for the position of a Full-time Medical Director of the Ross Tilley Burn Centre at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, a fully affiliated academic health sciences facility of the University of Toronto, located in Toronto, Ontario. This appointment is for a 5-year term, renewable once. The Medical Director of the Ross Tilley Burn Centre is responsible for providing leadership to the Burn Centre’s Medical team including five burn surgeons. It is anticipated that the Medical Director of the Burn Centre will have completed a burn fellowship and/or has acquired extensive experience in the critical care and surgical care of patients with burns, from hospital admission through discharge, have excellent leadership skills, and demonstrated excellence in at least one scholarly domain, such as teaching, research, or quality improvement.  Click for further details.. Please contact Dr. Rob Fowler at for further information. For those who wish to apply, please submit a letter of intent, the name of three referees and an updated curriculum vitae to Ms. Antonelle Chin-Lowe at at Sunnybrook Hospital. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Consideration of candidates will begin in Winter 2021 and the position will be open until filled. (posted January 4, 2021)

SARNIA, ON: Bluewater Health is accepting applications for a Plastic Surgeon to join the Surgery Department.  We are looking for a non-cosmetic, Plastic Surgeon to support the needs of the community and hospital. The ideal candidate for the position will have: 1) A Fellowship by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) in Plastic Surgery; 2) Be eligible for independent license College of Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO); 3) Experience/training in breast reconstruction for malignant diseases, management of hand trauma, and skin cancers; 4) Canadian Permanent Residency or be a Canadian citizen; 5) Strong interpersonal & collaborative skills and be dedicated to service excellence; 6) An interest in training medical students/residents.  Click for further details..  To apply, please send CV and references to: Dr. Mike Haddad, Chief of Staff, Bluewater Health, 519-464-4400 ext 4534. (posted January 4, 2021)

GATINEAU, QC:  The Plastic Surgery service of the Centre Intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO) is seeking a plastic surgeon to join its dynamic, bilingual team, 15 minutes from downtown Ottawa. The successful candidate will fill a vacancy in our group of 5 plastic surgeons.   The service provides full regional coverage of general plastic surgery with a large exposure to breast reconstruction and hand surgery.  There are 2 affiliate hospitals with operating room, minor surgery, and clinic opportunities at each site. The practice is currently community oriented; however, there is the possibility of future academic opportunities as McGill University will shortly be launching the Gatineau extension of their medical school.  A strong base in hand surgery is recommended.  Qualifications: Independent license with the Collège des Médecins du Québec. Eligible to work in Canada without restrictions. Interested candidates are asked to contact Dr. Tracey Thompson at . (Re-Posted December 22, 2020)

CALGARY, AB: The section of Plastic Surgery is accepting applications for a locum position at the South Health Campus from July 1st to September 13, 2021 with possible extension to June 30, 2022 (pending approval). The position is hospital based and includes on-site admin support and Plastics, hand and cast clinic time. Main operating room and minor surgery time will also be provided.  Call is approximately 1 in 5 with opportunities to pick up additional call at other sites if desired.  The practice is primarily breast, hand and wrist with some general plastic surgery. The ideal candidate would have fellowship training in hand and wrist although non-fellowship trained applicants will also be considered. For additional information about this position please contact Dr. Loiselle by email at or phone at (403) 305 6016. Interested applicants may send a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae and contact information for 3 references by February 15, 2021 to: Dr. Rob Harrop (Head, Section of Plastic Surgery, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone) care of Ms. Jessica McIntosh by email at (posted Dec. 10, 2020)

RICHMOND HILL, ON: Mackenzie Health is currently recruiting for a full-time General Plastic Surgeon to work at both the Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital and the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital. The successful candidate will complement our current plastic surgery offerings and an interest in hand and wrist surgery would be an asset. On-call is also required and expected. The physician must complete a full credentialing application and must have their appointment approved by the Medical Advisory Committee and Board of Directors. Click for details.. Interested Candidates should submit their curriculum vitae by January 15, 2021 by 4:30 pm to: Sophie Stratos, Manager of Medical Affairs Mackenzie Health, 10 Trench Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 4Z3 Tel: 905.883.1212 x7452, E-Mail: (posted Dec. 8, 2020)

NANAIMO, BC: The Division of Plastic Surgery in Nanaimo, BC is seeking a locum for January – June 2021, with the possibility of extending the duration. Start time and duration are negotiable therefore, more than one locum position may be available. Successful applicants will participate in paid on-call coverage with 7 other Plastic Surgeons from the North Island Plastic Surgery group which includes Nanaimo and Campbell River. Practice coverage includes general plastic surgery including breast reconstruction, hand surgery, facial trauma, skin cancer management, and microsurgery. Opportunity for cosmetic surgery at our private surgical facility is available. It is likely that the division will be seeking to fill a permanent position at the completion of this locum. Location: Nanaimo is a growing, vibrant, and family-oriented community that enjoys access to abundant outdoor activities, with proximity to Victoria. Vancouver is just a 90-minute ferry or 20-minute seaplane ride away. Nanaimo offers a true West Coast experience with great access to skiing, hiking, surfing, kayaking, and more. Qualifications: Applicants must have a fellowship in Plastic Surgery, FRCS(C), and obtain licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Applicants: Please forward your CV to Dr. Phil Barnsley; Subject heading ‘Locum’’ Email: (posted December 5, 2020)

OWEN SOUND, ON: Great opportunity to get out of the busy city and join a successful practice in the heart of Owen Sound near the Georgian bay Owen Sound Harbour. This is a fully staffed turnkey opportunity with a licenced Level 3 Surgical Centre. There is a high volume of surgical skin cancer and cosmetic surgery referrals. The ideal candidate may wish to further be involved with The Best You Medical Spa which involves non surgical aesthetics such as Botox, fillers and other treatments with a full compliment of medical estheticians. Further we can explore the possibility of obtaining some additional OR time at the Grey Bruce Hospital if candidate is willing to do some call. Ownership and investment opportunity is also available for candidates wishing to make the Owen Sound practice their new home. All candidates should be CPSO eligible and be in good standing with the college. New grads are welcome and have an opportunity to learn under the current medical director. Interested candidates should contact Sebastien Charles at (posted November 23, 2020)

NORTH YORK, ON: Seeking a plastic surgeon for a new 8500 sq ft Level 3 state of the art Surgical Centre. Ideal candidates should have a focus on Cosmetic Surgery.  The practice is comprised of a multi-disciplinary group of physicians and surgeons.  Candidates should be CPSO eligible and be in good standing with the RCPSC. The practice offers flexible OR times and an opportunity for a surgeon to establish and grow their practice. New grads welcome. Interested candidates should contact Shruti at (posted Nov. 18, 2020)

TORONTO, ON: The Division of Plastic Surgery at St. Michaels’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto is inviting applications for a permanent full-time position for an Academic Plastic Surgeon. The anticipated start date is flexible with a target of summer / fall of 2021, or earlier.  Click here for details. Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and the names of three references by December 11, 2020 to: Najma Ahmed, Surgeon-in-Chief (interim), St. Michael’s Hospital and Maricelle Bronilla, Executive Assistant, to Surgeon-in-Chief , St. Michael’s Hospital . (posted Nov. 11, 2020)

TORONTO, ON: The Division of Plastic Surgery at St. Michaels’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto is inviting applications for a permanent full-time position for an Academic Plastic Surgeon with advanced fellowship training in Hand & Upper Extremity.  The anticipated start date is flexible with a target of summer / fall of 2021, or earlier. Click here for details. Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and the names of three references by December 11, 2020 to: Najma Ahmed, Surgeon-in-Chief (interim), St. Michael’s Hospital and Maricelle Bronilla, Executive Assistant, to Surgeon-in-Chief , St. Michael’s Hospital . (posted Nov. 11, 2020)

WINDSOR, ON:  Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH) is seeking Plastic Surgeons. It is a multi-faceted health services organization operating from two main sites, the Metropolitan Campus and the Ouellette Campus. Physicians at WRH have the opportunity to educate and mentor residents from the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, with professional staff members eligible to hold a University appointment. Click here for full details. Candidates must be certified, or eligible for certification, by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and hold, or be eligible for, licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Please forward a CV and cover letter in confidence to Robb Callaghan, by email to: or for information, call 289-238-9079 (posted October 23, 2020)

TORONTO, ON: The Division of Plastic Surgery at St. Michaels’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto is inviting applications for a Clinical Associate.  The anticipated start date of this appointment is January 4, 2021. Click her for further details. The successful candidate will be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and hold licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Applicants should submit a brief letter of introduction, curriculum vitae, and names of three  references by email to: Selena.Levine@unityhealth.to by November 15, 2020.  All candidates will be contacted, and those meeting selection criteria will be invited for an interview (posted October 23, 2020)

KELOWNA, BC: The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Kelowna, BC is inviting applications for a Locum position from April 2021 to May 2022. The position would be 50% shared practice and 50% Full time. During the shared component, there is opportunity to assist in microsurgical cases, take more call and run more clinics if desired. Start date is flexible and one could start as early as January 2021 in a shared practice to ease the transition. Click here for further details. The candidate must hold a fellowship in Plastic 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 BC. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send a CV and contact information for three referees to Dr. Sheena Sikora by email to: sheenasikora@gmail.com  (posted October 15, 2020)

VANCOUVER, BC: The Division of Plastic Surgery in conjunction with Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Health in Vancouver is accepting applications for a full-time permanent Plastic Surgery position with sub-specialization in hand, wrist and microsurgery. Click here for further details. Applications must include current curriculum vitae, a description of previous academic experience and of training relevant to the position, as well as of additional specialty training, if any, and three personal references. Applications will be accepted until November 7,  2020. Please respond with cover letter and CV to: Dr. Peter Lennox, Head, UBC Division of Plastic Surgery; c/o Ms. Maureen Berard, Administrative Manager, by email: maureen.berard@vch.ca (posted October 10, 2020)

CAMBRIDGE, ON: The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Cambridge, Ontario is inviting applications for a full-time locum position from January 1, 2021 to July 31, 2021. The start date is flexible and could begin anytime in February 2021 instead. This opportunity includes an office with full-time administrative support and EMR/billing support, a large network of referring physicians, and an already established waitlist.  Monthly hospital resources include 4-5 main OR days, 2 minor surgery days, and 2-4 fracture clinic half-days.  The ideal candidate is fellowship-trained in breast reconstruction, though this is not essential, as the scope of practice is diverse and includes a wide spectrum of common elective surgical cases.  On-call duties are provided to the Cambridge Memorial Hospital (i.e. not regional call) with a frequency of 1 in 4, and the on-call stipend will be provided at 100% to the locum.  Click for further details. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a letter of application, CV, and three letters of reference to Dr. Stephanie Ma by email: cmhplasticsurgerylocum@gmail.com (posted October 5, 2020)

BRAMPTON/ETOBICOKE, (West GTA) ON:   The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery for William Osler Health System is inviting applications for a Full-Time Locum position.  Start time is October 2020 or as soon as available, with potential for a full-time permanent position. The candidate will support a team of seven plastic surgeons providing comprehensive care in Brampton and Etobicoke and will provide care primarily based out of Brampton Civic Hospital and the new Peel Memorial Center. Click for further details.. The candidate must hold a fellowship in Plastic 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 Breast reconstruction and/or Microsurgery is an asset but not required. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send a CV and contact information for three referees to:  Dr. Joseph Baum, Division of Plastic Surgery Chief, by email: Dr. Jacqueline Makerewich, by email: (posted October 5, 2020)

TORONTO, ON: Downtown Plastic Surgery Practice available with fully accredited OHPIP and CAAASF, level 3.  Previous surgeon is retiring. No on call obligation with open and flexible operating times. Area can be shared with an ENT, Plastic surgeon for Breast correction or orthopaedic surgeon for face and hand surgery. Candidates must be eligible for CPSO license. Historically very strong reimbursement. If interested, please send a CV to Sneha Tyrewala by email: (posted Sept. 25, 2020)

BRAMPTON/ETOBICOKE, ON:  The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery for William Osler Health System is inviting applications for a Full-Time Locum position from January 1st 2021 to July 31^st 2021. The candidate will support a team of seven plastic surgeons providing comprehensive care in Brampton and Etobicoke and will provide care primarily based out of the new Peel Memorial Center (opened 2017) and Brampton Civic Hospital.   William Osler Health System (Osler) is one of Ontario’s largest community hospital organizations delivering a wide spectrum of reconstructive, trauma, and elective surgical services.  The candidate will join a highly collegial team of surgeons with equitable division of on-call duties.  Regional On-call rotation is 1 in 7 with on-call stipend provided at 100% to the locum.   William Osler’s three sites are ideally located just west of Toronto.  Click for further details.. The candidate must hold a fellowship in Plastic 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. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send a CV and contact information for three referees to  Dr. Jacqueline Makerewich by email: drjrmakerewich@gmail.com, Dr. Joe Baum (Chief of Plastic Surgery) by email: jbbaum@rogers.com (posted September 21, 2020)

FREDERICTON, NB:  Horizon Health Network seeks a Plastic Surgeon specialist for the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital in Fredericton, NB. This is an opportunity requiring Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification (FRCSC) in plastic surgery. The position offers an opportunity for a busy surgical practice in general plastic surgery including hands, reconstruction, and cosmetic surgery.  This is a fee for service opportunity with guaranteed weekly OR and ambulatory clinic time. The service is complemented by a high quality anesthesiology program and a day surgery unit at a second facility just 25 km away in Oromocto. The successful candidate will become a member of the Section of Plastic Surgery and is expected to work in a collaborative manner to advance patient care and provide all aspects of plastic surgery coverage for the hospital, including call coverage according to the needs of the site and the zone. Call is 1 in 4. Click for details..  TO APPLY/INFORMATION:  Please submit a letter of interest and your CV along with names of three references to Denise Coulombe, Physician Recruitment Advisor: (posted Sept. 14, 2020)

BURLINGTON, ON: GraceMed is seeking an experienced and patient-focused Plastic Surgeon looking for a career in Cosmetic Surgery. The ideal candidate is in good standing with the Royal College, has experience in cosmetic surgery and has preferably completed fellowship training. Click here for details. Applicants should send a resume and cover letter by email to: . (Posted September 2, 2020)

EDMONTON, AB: The Section of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Alberta Health Services, Edmonton Zone is accepting applications for the position of locum Burn Surgeon.  The term will be one year. Click here for full details. Consideration of applications will continue until the position is filled.  Interested applicants should arrange to have a current curriculum vitae, a letter of intent, and names of three references forwarded to: Dr. J. Olson, Section Lead, Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Alberta Health Services via email to . (Posted August 5, 2020)

BARRIE, ON: SimcoDerm Medical and Surgical Dermatology Centre is looking to recruit a part-time Plastic Surgeon with expertise in facial skin cancer, especially in TZone, skin flaps and grafts. The candidate will join an experienced team of dermatologists, surgeons, plastic surgeons and nurses. The Centre has a state of the art operating unit with flexible OR times. Interested candidates should contact Ramin at 416-726-2466 or by email at for more information. (Posted June 3, 2020; Re-posted Nov. 12, 2020)

WINNIPEG CITY: Greenwoods Surgical Centre, a private fully licensed surgical facility in Winnipeg requires a Plastic Surgeon to perform Cosmetic Surgical procedures under GA. Please contact Dr. Mittal by text or phone at 204-297-5344 or email Web: www.GreenwoodsDental.com (Posted Feb. 10, 2020; Re-posted July 23 and Nov. 12, 2020)

SUDBURY, ON: The Service of Plastic Surgery at Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé Nord (HSN), in Sudbury, Ontario, is recruiting three full-time plastic surgeons. Candidates who have an enthusiastic approach to quality patient care, undergraduate/postgraduate education, and possibly active clinical research should apply. The new candidate will share one in five call responsibility, and ensure seamless coverage for the region. Locum opportunities are also available. As the tertiary care referral centre for the entire Northeastern Ontario region, HSN serves a catchment population of over 600,000 residents.  HSN occupied its one-site acute care hospital in March 2010, which boasts 17 ORs and state-of-the-art equipment throughout. All physicians are encouraged to seek academic appointment at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM), and become involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate trainees. Research opportunities are also available with HSN’s affiliated research institute, HSNRI. Candidates must be eligible for licensure in Ontario and have obtained or be eligible to obtain speciality qualifications from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Physicians who practice full-time in Sudbury are eligible for attractive financial incentives. Interested individuals should send a letter of interest and CV to the Medical Affairs Office, by e-mail to . HSN thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews or to locum, will be contacted. (Posted Sept. 25, 2019; Re-posted July 22 and Nov. 18, 2020)