Part-Time Emergency Department Physician, Elliot Lake (Copy)

Join Our Emergency Medicine Team in Elliot Lake.

St. Joseph's General Hospital in beautiful Elliot Lake, Ontario, is actively recruiting full-time and part-time Emergency Medicine Physicians to join our committed, collaborative clinical team.

Our Emergency Department (ED) is open 24/7 and manages approximately 17,000 visits annually, serving a regional catchment of over 18,000 residents. We offer a collegial work environment with access to on-site General Surgery and visiting specialists, making us a vital healthcare hub for the region.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Emergency Department compensation.
• OHIP shadow billing in addition to hourly compensation.
• Recruitment signing bonus.
• Complimentary community recreation memberships.
• Structured onboarding and mentorship with experienced Emergency Medicine physicians.
• Flexible scheduling supporting work-life balance.

Emergency Department Overview

• 30–60 patients per 24-hour shift.
• Day shift: 20–40 patients.
• Night shift: 15–20 patients (typically 4 or fewer after 11:00 p.m.)
• Major trauma is rare; many patients are elderly with complex comorbidities.
• An average of 4–6 admissions per shift, handed over to Hospitalists (0800–2000); ED physician covers overnight until 0800 handover.
• On-site access to Lab, X-ray, CT, and Ultrasound, with 7-day availability and overnight on-call support.
• ED team includes Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) and ward clerks to support efficient patient flow.

Hospital & Community Highlights

• 55-bed acute care hospital with services in ICU, surgery, rehabilitation, long-term care, palliative care, and ambulatory care.
• Fully integrated in regional healthcare systems and committed to medical education and mentorship.
• Welcomes physicians with CCFP-EM, ABEM, FRCPC, or CCFP + Emergency Medicine experience.
• Streamlined licensure pathways available for U.S. board-certified physicians.

Life in Elliot Lake

Elliot Lake offers a unique blend of affordability, natural beauty, and community connection. Surrounded by lakes and wilderness, the community provides year-round opportunities for hiking, boating, skiing, fishing and other outdoor recreation, all while offering the amenities needed for everyday life.

• Affordable housing and short commute times
• Excellent schools and community amenities
• Safe, welcoming community
• Active arts and cultural community
• Exceptional opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation
• Strong work-life balance
• A rewarding practice in a tight-knit, collegial medical team

Contact

Want to learn more or apply? Please forward your CV in confidence to:

Caron Senese

Healthcare Recruiter

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (705) 461-8882, ext. 229

https://sjghel.ca