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Plastic Surgeon - Peterborough Regional Health Centre
Category: Physician
Province: Peterborough, Ontario
Position: Plastic Surgeon
Deadline: March 31, 2027
Posted: October 21, 2026
Job Description / Duties
Our Plastic Surgery team is seeking to expand and rebuild our group and is recruiting up to three full time Plastic Surgeons to join a regional program. These are permanent opportunities for candidates interested in helping shape the future of plastic surgery services at PRHC and throughout the region.
This collegial team of plastic surgeons values collaboration, professional development, and continued program growth. The successful candidates will provide comprehensive plastic surgery services, including reconstructive surgery, breast reconstruction, hand trauma, skin cancer management and general plastic surgery care.
Participation in shared call coverage is expected and includes coverage for hand trauma. Craniofacial trauma expertise is not required.
The position includes dedicated weekly main operating room time as well as access to a minor procedure clinic (up to one day per week). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of reconstructive breast surgery services while helping shape the future direction of plastic surgery at PRHC. Opportunities exist to further develop regional plastic surgery services in collaboration with surgical and administrative leadership.
PRHC is committed to rebuilding a strong and sustainable Plastic Surgery program that can once again serve as a regional provider of comprehensive plastic surgery care. The successful candidate will play an important role in program development and future service expansion. Opportunities may include participation in the development of a Plastic Surgery Rapid Access/Emergency Clinic to improve regional access to care.
This is a community-based role within a large regional hospital, with no formal teaching or research obligations. PRHC offers a welcoming, collegial environment with experienced and supportive OR staff and a strong community hospital culture.
Qualifications / Required Skills
Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). A clear and viable pathway to licensure must be established at the time of application.
- Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or equivalent training (e.g. American Board Certification) and eligible for RCPSC assessment.
- Eligible for Active or associate staff privileges at Peterborough Regional Health Centre
- Evidence of ongoing continued medical education
- Demonstrated ability to Integrate current evidence and best practice into delivery of quality care in the division
- Demonstrated analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with physicians, nursing, staff, patients, directors, managers, and the community as required
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to adapt to continually changing priorities
- Demonstrated ability to achieve goals and objectives within specified time frames
- Commitment to an interdisciplinary team approach
- Actively encourage a spirit of co-operation amongst team members
In Peterborough, you’ll be as close to the great outdoors as you are to work, schools and other amenities. Cottage country is as close as 20 minutes away. An hour south of Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park and a couple of hours from Algonquin Provincial Park. Here, we boast all the conveniences and comforts that an exceptional quality of life demands. Here, you can have it all. Peterborough is a unique community unto itself, an established entity with a rich heritage, a thriving culture, and a bright future. Home to Trent University and Fleming College as well as a burgeoning business sector, the opportunities here abound.
Peterborough offers a blend of outdoor pursuits and urban amenities right at your doorstep. Our arts and culture community is renowned for its exceptional events, exhibitions and performances, and the city offers a wide array of multicultural cuisine, local cafés, and unique shops.
Salary: Fee for service
Contact Information
Interested individuals should forward their curriculum vitae or inquiries to:
Julie Tataryn, Medical Affairs, PRHC
[email protected]
PRHC is an accessible workplace, and an equal opportunity employer. For more information about our programs and services, please visit our website at: www.prhc.on.ca
Employer Profile
PRHC is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Alderville and Hiawatha. The Health Centre is located in Peterborough Ontario, a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto – and has a proud local history extending back over a century. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges and a core group of 300 volunteers.
As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and rewards the achievements of its people.
