(posted July 25, 2024)

Vacancies: 01
Terms of Employment: This is a full-time position, 36 to 40 hours per week. Part-time, Casual or Locum opportunities are also available.
Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Fee for Service (Approximately $353,000 to $400,000 per year)

Locations:
438 Iroquois Shore Road
Oakville, ON L6H 0X7
284 Queen Street East
Unit #236
Brampton, ON L6V 1C2

Experience: Four to five years at the consultant level. Fellowships are an asset but not mandatory.
Education: Medical degree and residency in ophthalmology
Language: English

Work Setting:
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Diabetic eye care
Glaucoma treatment
Trauma treatment
Cataract/Retina surgery

Licence:
Specialty residency training
Eligible or holder of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Certification.
Eligible or holder of the Licensure by Provincial or Territorial Authorities

Primary duties:
Providing Comprehensive Ophthalmology Eye Care.
Diagnose, treat and help prevent eye diseases and injuries.
Prescribe and administer medications.
Perform advanced surgical procedures such as the removal of cataracts and refractive lens exchange.
Communicate health promotion/disease prevention to patients.
Provide support to patients and their families regarding a wide range of eye and lifestyle issues.

Please apply by:
Mail or in-person:
438 Iroquois Shore Road
Oakville, ON L6H 0X7
Email: [email protected]

(posted July 23, 2024)

The Department of Surgery, Alberta Health Services-Calgary Zone and the University of Calgary invite applications for an Ophthalmologist – Low Vision Specialist. Qualifications include an MD, certification by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada in Ophthalmology, and demonstrated interest via training and experience in low vision. Applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.

The successful candidate will become a member of the Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, Calgary Zone. There will be access to operating time at the Rockyview General Hospital without assigned blocks, and the chartered surgical facilities for scheduled procedures. There will be an obligation to commit to clinics at the Rockyview Eye Clinic. The successful candidate will receive a cataract allocation as per the section policy, and they will be required to participate in the city wide on-call schedule.

Calgary currently provides services to all of Alberta and several adjacent provinces, resulting in both tertiary and quaternary care. There is an expectation to collaborate and support the current team of optometrists at the Rockyview Eye Clinic for patient care.

The current Low Vision program provides valuable service to Calgary and Southern Alberta. The selected candidate will be expected to apply for a clinical appointment with the University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, and to participate in medical student, resident, and fellowship teaching. They will also be expected to have academic output in the form of research, education, and administration.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Deadline for application is August 31, 2024. Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference in PDF form to:

Dr. Andrew Crichton
Section Chief, Section of Ophthalmology
Department of Surgery
102 – 49 Richard Way SW
Calgary, AB T3E 7M8
Email: [email protected]

(posted July 23, 2024)

Looking for a skilled COA/COT/COMT to assist in the delivery of a JCAHPO certified course on biometry in Orillia on November 2, 2024.  Must be skilled in immersion a- scan.  The course will be delivered by the world leader and immersion A-scan training (Rhonda Waldron).  Your task will be to help a small group of 6 learners as they do the practical portion of the course.  The main instructor will be there to assist as well.  Compensation is $750 for the day plus travel expenses.  Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

(posted July 22, 2024)

The Department of Surgery, Alberta Health Services-Calgary Zone and the University of Calgary invite applications for an Ophthalmologist – Glaucoma Specialist. Qualifications include an MD, certification by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada in Ophthalmology or equivalent, and a minimum one-year glaucoma fellowship. Special interest in pediatric glaucoma would be an asset. Applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.

The successful candidate will become a member of the Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, Calgary Zone. There will be access to operating time at the Rockyview General Hospital without assigned blocks, and the chartered surgical facilities for scheduled procedures. There will be an obligation to commit to clinics at the Rockyview Eye Clinic. The successful candidate will receive a cataract allocation as per the section’s policy, and will be required to participate in the city wide on-call schedule.

Calgary’s glaucoma service currently provides services to all of Southern Alberta and several adjacent provinces, resulting in both tertiary and quaternary care. There is an expectation to collaborate and support both adult and pediatric glaucoma patients.

The current glaucoma program contributes academically through publications and teaching of residents and fellows. The selected candidate will be expected to apply for a clinical appointment with the University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, and to participate in medical student, resident, and fellowship teaching. They will also be expected to have academic output in the form of research, education, and administration.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.  Deadline for application is August 31, 2024. Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference in PDF form to:

Dr. Andrew Crichton
Section Chief, Section of Ophthalmology
Department of Surgery
102 – 49 Richard Way SW
Calgary, AB  T3E 7M8
Email: [email protected]

(posted July 8, 2024)

The Island Health Division of Ophthalmology has a position for a general ophthalmologist to join four others at the Comox Valley Hospital. Fellowship training would be an asset. Eligible candidates will hold, or be eligible for, full FRCSC in ophthalmic surgery and full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of B.C.

On-call responsibility is one in five. The recently opened North Island Comox Valley Hospital serves a referral population of 70,000. Surgical services include Orthopedics (Joint revision, and Trauma), General Surgery, ENT, Plastics, Ob/Gyn, Urology, Dental and Ophthalmology. The hospital has a closed ICU, diagnostic (including CT scanner and MRI) and interventional radiology. Island Health is also affiliated with the UBC Faculty of Medicine.

To apply or learn more, see the full posting here.

(posted July 8, 2024)

The McGill University Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is currently inviting applications for a full-time position as a member of the Contract Academic Staff at the rank of Assistant Professor (Clinical). This will be a three-year, renewable appointment and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The McGill University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is one of Canada’s leading academic departments of ophthalmology & visual sciences. We have a Royal College accredited residency program, well-recognized fellowship programs, and an unparalleled international faculty of researchers, specialists, and subspecialists.

We are renowned for our basic and clinical research into understanding the mechanisms of vision, ocular genetics, retinal pathophysiology, glaucoma, and ocular immunology. Our patient care clinics are located at five principal sites: the McGill Academic Eye Centre, the Montreal Children’s Hospital, the Jewish General Hospital, the Montreal General Hospital, and St. Mary’s Hospital.

To apply or learn more, see the full posting here.

(posted July 8, 2024)

The McGill University Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at McGill University is currently inviting applications for a full-time position as members of the Contract Academic Staff at the rank of Assistant Professor (Clinical). This will be a three-year, renewable appointment and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The McGill University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is one of Canada’s leading academic departments of ophthalmology & visual sciences. We have a Royal College accredited residency program, well-recognized fellowship programs, and an unparalleled international faculty of researchers, specialists, and subspecialists.

We are renowned for our basic and clinical research into understanding the mechanisms of vision, ocular genetics, retinal pathophysiology, glaucoma, and ocular immunology. Our patient care clinics are located at five principal sites: the McGill Academic Eye Centre, the Montreal Children’s Hospital, the Jewish General Hospital, the Montreal General Hospital, and St. Mary’s Hospital.

To apply or learn more, see the full posting here.

(posted June 27, 2024)

SEEKING SUPERSTAR SURGEON

The Goldberg Centre in Scarborough is looking to bring an associate Ophthalmologist on board who has experience with the following surgical procedures:

• PRK
• Cataracts
• RLE
• ICL
• Retina

The successful candidate:

• Is able to work in Ontario
• Has a patient focused mentality
• Wants to grow with the practice
• Interest in being the future of the practice with ownership

Please send your resume to [email protected]

(posted June 25, 2024)

The Royal Inland Hospital Division of Ophthalmology is seeking a locum for maternity coverage starting in September or October 2024.  Length of coverage is flexible, from shorter multi-week blocks to a longer 3-9 month period, depending on candidate interest.

The locum position will be in a well-run, efficient office, with significant medical and surgical volume that can be tailored to the candidate’s interest. The locum will primarily focus on adult ophthalmology, with glaucoma/suspects, cataracts, and general ophthalmology consults being the primary focus.  There is also an opportunity for those with subspeciality interest in oculoplastics, as there are a significant number of surgical eyelid cases on the current waitlist with available minor surgery/ACU time.

Cataract surgery time will be offered as part of this locum.  In office, there are OCT, visual fields, topography, YAG, SLT, and Argon lasers.

If interested, please contact us at [email protected]. Formal posting will be available as well on healthmatchbc.org.

(posted June 7, 2024)

Vision Group Canada (VGC), the nation’s largest partnership of ophthalmologists, is recruiting colleagues for its clinics across Canada. We are welcoming applications for the following:

• Part-time ophthalmologists for Laser Vision Correction, particularly recent graduates.
• Highly experienced ophthalmologists for Refractive Lens Exchange, who have performed a minimum of 1000 cataract surgeries. Part-time positions available.
• Part-time and full-time ophthalmologists in various subspecialties, particularly comprehensive ophthalmology and cataract surgery, glaucoma, medical retina, cornea and oculoplastics.

Our ophthalmologists perform cataract surgery in a private OR setting. VGC offers refractive cataract surgery and refractive lens exchange opportunities for ophthalmologists without hospital privileges.

Successful candidates will have access to state-of-the-art technology, and we offer in-house fellowship training by our network of highly experienced refractive surgeons.

VGC offers flexibility to grow professionally and personally, a highly competitive reimbursement and compensation (partnership & investment opportunities available), internal VGC fellowship opportunities with leading subspecialists, support from highly experienced colleagues, and the latest technology to support innovative eye care.

For more information, please send an email (with your CV, if available) to the attention of Milanie Somasundram, National Physician Relations Manager at [email protected]

Requirements: Holds a certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification (FRCSC) in Ophthalmology.

To learn more about us, please visit – Vision Group Canada

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is looking for a full time Orthoptist specialist to work in our Children and Women’s Health Program.

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities – Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL. NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people.

Reporting to the Division Manager of the Emergency and Ambulatory Care Division of the Children’s and Women’s Health Program, the incumbent will provide assessment and treat anomalies of ocular motilities, in particular strabismus and amblyopia conditions under the direction of an Ophthalmologist. The incumbent will administer appropriate ophthalmic/orthoptic tests including visual acuity, ocular motility, optical coherence tomography, fundus photography, and binocular vision assessments and complete such reports in a timely manner. He/she will also provide visual screening procedures in ophthalmology clinics, potentially including out-reach clinic services outside of St. John’s. The Orthoptist will discuss issues relating to patient care, surgeries and ophthalmology follow-ups with referring ophthalmologists, in addition to instructing medical students or interns on the techniques of Orthoptic assessments.

To apply or learn more, see the full posting here.

(posted May 24, 2024)

If you are an Ophthalmologist that is looking for a hassle-free practice in a vibrant rural community that boasts the amenities of a big city, then the Northwest Territories (NWT) has the perfect opportunity for you!

We are currently looking for a permanent Ophthalmologist to join our staff at the Stanton Territorial Hospital (STH), and Eye Clinic in Yellowknife.

The ophthalmologist trains, supervises, and manages a large team of ophthalmic technologists. The techs are responsible for performing routine exams, triage daytime emergency calls, as well as travel to the smaller communities, constantly channeling interesting and complex pathology to the ophthalmologist.

The NWT Ophthalmologist has guaranteed weekly OR time, and the call schedule is generally relaxed. Typical surgeries include: cataracts, some strabimus, blepharoplasties, entropion repair, as well as minor procedures completed in the office. You may have the option to propose procedures if the need and interest arises.

There is excellent subspecialty support from Edmonton including retinal teleophthalmology services and in-house monthly clinics with a retinal specialist in Yellowknife.

Contact us today, [email protected], or see our full posting!

(posted May 8, 2024)

The Department of Ophthalmology at Queen’s University is seeking an Academic glaucoma specialist. Qualified applicants will hold an MD degree with sub-specialty training in glaucoma. Successful candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and preference will be given to applicants who have specialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or the American Board of Specialties.

The Department has a busy glaucoma service providing all the complex glaucoma care for the region. The service is well equipped with all the latest diagnostic and therapeutic devices (MIGS, MIBS, tubes). The service is highly innovative and conducts research into new models of eye care delivery. It has a fellowship training program, training 1-2 fellows per year.

To learn more or apply, see the full posting here.

(posted May 8, 2024)

The Department of Ophthalmology at Queen’s University is seeking an Academic Comprehensive Ophthalmologist to work at a department run clinic on the west end of Kingston, Ontario. (Kingston Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences Centre – KOVSC). Qualified applicants will hold an MD degree. Successful candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and preference will begiven to applicants who have specialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or the American Board of Specialties.

The Department has an excellent residency program in Ophthalmology (with 13 residents). The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for employing innovative and enthusiastic teachers for learners at all levels. Preference will be given to applicants who have a strong track record or exhibit strong potential for clinical, surgical, and didactic teaching.

To learn more or apply, see the full posting here.

(posted May 8, 2024)

The Department of Ophthalmology at Queen’s University is seeking an Academic Neuro-Ophthalmologist with experience with in adult strabismus. Qualified applicants will hold an MD degree. Successful candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and preference will be given to applicants who have specialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)or the American Board of Specialties. Preference will also be given to individuals who have completed 1 year of subspecialty training in neuro-ophthalmology.

The Department has an excellent residency program in Ophthalmology (with 13 residents). The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for employing innovative and enthusiastic teachers for learners at all levels. Preference will be given to applicants who have a strong track record or exhibit strong potential for clinical, surgical and didactic teaching.

To learn more or apply, see the full posting here.

(posted May 3, 2024)

The Department of Ophthalmology at Queen’s University is seeking an Academic Oculoplastic and Orbital Ophthalmologist. Qualified applicants will hold an MD degree (or equivalent). Successful candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and preference will be given to applicants who have specialty certification from the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)or the American Board of Specialties. Preference will also be given to individuals who have completed 2 years of subspecialty training in oculoplastic and orbital surgery. The incumbent will be expected to have a busy oculoplastic/orbital practice, performing a wide range of adult and pediatric orbital, lacrimal and eye lid surgeries. The position requires the successful candidate to share comprehensive ophthalmology city-wide on-call service with the remainder of the Department (approximately 4-6 weeks per year)and to be available to consult with the on-call team about oculoplastic patients.

The Department has an excellent residency program in Ophthalmology (with 13residents). The Department enjoys an excellent reputation for employing innovative and enthusiastic teachers for learners at all levels. Preference will be given to applicants who have a strong track record or exhibit strong potential for clinical, surgical, and didactic teaching

To learn more or apply, see the full posting here.

(posted April 24, 2024)

Vision Group Canada (VGC) is a network of over 60 clinics (including LASIK MD) and 95 operating rooms across Canada. We are expanding our network of Subspecialty and Comprehensive Ophthalmology Clinics and Surgical Facilities by partnering with existing clinics and opening new facilities with committed partners.

Some of our most recent partnerships include:

• Quebec: L’Institut de l’Oeil des Laurentides, Laservue, Eye Health MD, Institut de l’oeil de Montreal and Clinique du Parc.
• Ontario: Prism Eye Institute, TLC Laser Eye Centres
• Alberta: Gimbel Eye Centre
• British Columbia: London Eye Centre, King LASIK
• Nova Scotia and New Brunswick: TLC Halifax, TLC Moncton

There has never been a better time to consider selling your clinical practice. Whether it is consideration for a future exit strategy, or you’re tired of the operational management side of owning a clinical practice – VGC emphasizes its operational efficiencies to further growth and value for all its stakeholders. While the partnership models vary – one common thread is the autonomy that the practices continue to have even after a merger.

If you’re a practice owner and you would like to learn more about the synergistic opportunities with us, please send an email to the attention of Milanie Somasundram, National Physician Relations Manager at [email protected] for a confidential conversation.

To learn more about us, please visit – Vision Group Canada.