Posted 24 months ago
Surgical Assistant
@ Mackenzie Health
Richmond Hill, ON · Vaughan, ON
Overview
Mackenzie Health is recruiting Surgical Assist Physicians to assist in elective operating room cases at its Richmond Hill and Vaughan hospitals. The role covers general surgery, orthopedics, plastics, obstetrics and gynecology, urology and otolaryngology, and requires monthly call of at least one 24-hour period within 20 minutes of the hospital.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the Operating Room for elective cases
- Cover surgical areas: general surgery, orthopedics, plastics, OB/GYN, urology, otolaryngology
- Take at least one 24-hour call period per month
- Remain within a 20-minute drive during call
Requirements summary:
- Medical degree approved by CPSO
- Post-graduate training in family practice, CCFP
- CMPA or equivalent in good standing
- OMA membership
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2024-11-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | CPSO, CCFP, OMA |
| Education | Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Medicine |
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Mackenzie Health
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Full company description
Mackenzie Health is a regional healthcare provider in Southwest York Region. It includes two hospitals (Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital and Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital) and a network of community- based services Full service Community hospital including Emergency, Acute inpatient, Complex Care, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic, Palliative, Ambulatory and Long Term Care services We provide regional leadership in: Chronic Kidney Disease/Dialysis; Stroke Care; Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault. Our Clinical Programs, Emergency and Medicine Program, Surgery Program, Women and Child Program, Diagnostics and Therapeutics Program, and Chronic Disease and Seniors Health Program. In addition to our two full-service hospitals, we have 6 offsite locations in Richmond Hill, Vaughan and Barrie – providing: Brain Injury Services, Behaviour Mgmt, Diabetes Education, Chronic Kidney Disease/Dialysis, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault (DASA) Care Centre of York Region, YCH Foundation, Health and Wellness, Preschool Autism Services, Rehabilitation, Sexuality Clinic. Mackenzie Health’s three-year strategic plan – Trusted team. Compassionate care. – is our pledge to each other and to our communities to provide highly reliable, safe care to every patient who comes to Mackenzie Health. Throughout the strategic planning process we have committed to four priority areas – Patient Care Excellence, People are our Strength, Growing with our Communities and Integrated Care. Account monitored by Communications and Public Affairs, Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm.
- LinkedIn followers
- 40,937
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,130
- Reported office locations
- 10 Trench St., Richmond Hill, Ontario L3B 9W2, CA
- 3200 Major MacKenzie Dr W,, Vaughan, Ontario L6A 4Z3, CA
- Other recorded names
- Mackenzie Health
- Specialties
- Emergency and Medicine
- Surgery
- Women and Child
- Diagnostics and Therapeutics
- and Chronic Disease and Seniors Health
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Mackenzie Health is a regional healthcare provider in Southwest York Region. It includes two hospitals (Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital and Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital) and a network of community- based services Full service Community hospital including Emergency, Acute inpatient, Complex Care, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic, Palliative, Ambulatory and Long Term Care services We provide regional leadership in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Richmond Hill, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1963 |
| Specialties | Emergency and MedicineSurgeryWomen and ChildDiagnostics and Therapeuticsand Chronic Disease and Seniors Health |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 88 |
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Job Description
Surgical Assist Opportunities – Join our Growing OrganizationExperience a place where people come first.As a healthcare leader serving a population of more than half a million people, Mackenzie Health offers a dynamic, supportive environment of respect and continuous learning. A place where all staff are valued, can engage in meaningful work as part of a friendly, diverse team and use best-in-class technology to provide exceptional patient care. Experience a place where people come first. Experience Mackenzie Health – your ultimate career destination.At our two hospital sites, Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital and Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, we have many opportunities for passionate professionals like you, who share our commitment to quality, timely patient-centred care. Ultimately, this is where you want to be.Position OverviewMackenzie Health is currently recruiting for Surgical Assist Physicians to assist in the Operating Room at both sites. Surgical Assist Physicians have the unique opportunity to stay connected with the hospital and supplement their income while assisting in the OR.Responsibilities
Responsibilities include assisting in the Operating Room for elective cases in the areas of: General Surgery; Orthopedics; Plastics; Obstetrics and Gynecology; Urology; and Otolaryngology. Surgical Assist Physicians are required to apply to the Department of Family Practice for Associate Active privileges. Members of the Surgical Assist Division will be required to be available to take call for at least one or more 24-hour call period (can be divided) per month. Furthermore, they must remain within a 20-minute drive of the hospital for their full call period.Skills – Abilities – Experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member within a group environment.
- Proven attendance record.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
- Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring.
- Models behavior that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health – Excellence, Leadership, Empathy.
- Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
- Contributes to patient and staff safety.
Education – Certification – Licenses
- Medical degree approved by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) required.
- Post Graduate training in Family Practice Medicine, CCFP.
- Canadian Medical Protection Association or equivalent in good standing.
- Ontario Medical Association (OMA).
Interested Candidates should submit their curriculum vitae to:
Sophie Stratos, Manager of Medical Affairs, Mackenzie Health10 Trench Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C 4Z3905.883.1212 ext. 7452[email protected]
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Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.
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