Middlesex Hospital Alliance Chief of Staff

The Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA) is comprised of two fully accredited partner sites: Four Counties Health Services (FCHS) and Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital (SMGH).

An organization committed “To provide the healthcare we would expect for our own families”.

The Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA) Board of Directors is seeking a Chief of Staff who is an innovative physician leader who will bring strong interpersonal skills and a consensus-building leadership style to their interaction with both the FCHS and SMGH professional staff, the Board, staff and hospital leadership.

The Chief of Staff is accountable to the MHA Board of Directors for the leadership of the professional staff, to ensure that the quality of care given to the patients of our two hospital sites is in accordance with policies established by the Board, and with MHA’s mission, vision and values. The Chief of Staff is an active member of the senior leadership team who plays an integral leadership role at MHA by providing oversight to both the Four Counties Health Services (Newbury) and Strathroy-Middlesex General Hospital professional staff. The Chief of Staff will have the responsibility to undertake the review of the physician medical leadership model at both hospital sites, and make recommendations on the best model and privilege structure, to support a culture of collaboration and seamless patient care at the MHA.

A respected clinician leader, the Chief of Staff will have strong organizational and administrative skills, and is a systems thinker. The successful candidate will understand the importance of embracing partnership and collaboration at all levels, including internally, locally and regionally. This is an excellent opportunity to assume a pivotal role in this highly respected organization.

To be successful, the Chief of Staff will work closely with MHA’s Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership team. As the ideal candidate, the Chief of Staff must be able to build and maintain relationships based on trust, respect, and transparency, and be seen by their peers as an effective collaborator and a champion of quality patient-centered care.

To be eligible, you must be currently registered and licensed (or eligible for license) in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and experience practicing in a community and/or rural hospitals will serve you well in this leadership role. Previous leadership experience is preferred.

A copy of the position description can be found by clicking here: MHA Chief of Staff Position Description

To be considered for this exciting leadership opportunity, please submit your resume in confidence by mail or email no later than 12:00 pm EST February 20, 2023 to:

Chair Chief of Staff Selection Committee Middlesex Hospital Alliance
Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital 395 Carrie Street, Strathroy, ON N7G 3J4 MHACOSrecruitment@mha.tvh.ca

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of a job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector police check (original document) completed in the last 12 months.

About MHA:
Four Counties Health Services (FCHS)
FCHS is a 12- bed acute care hospital with 24 hr. emergency department, inpatient care, diagnostic services and rehabilitation care located in the village of Newbury at the intersection of Lambton, Kent, Middlesex and Elgin Counties. Only 40 minutes west of London and just east of Chatham, Four Counties serves a rural population comprised of villages and farms.

Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital (SMGH)
SMGH is a 54 bed acute care hospital with 24 hr. emergency department, inpatient care, surgical services, Obstetrics, and a comprehensive range of diagnostic and outpatient services. Only 20 minutes west of London, SMGH serves a population of approximately 35,000 residents in the second fastest growing township in Ontario.

For more details on Middlesex Hospital Alliance, please visit our website for more details. https://mhalliance.on.ca/

General Internal Medicine Specialist Physician with Intensivist Duties – Middlesex Hospital Alliance, Strathroy, Ontario – 2 positions

Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA), is made up of two partner sites, Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, a medium size community hospital located just west of London, Ontario and Four Counties Health Services, a rural hospital, located midway between London and Chatham in the beautiful southwest Ontario region. Tertiary care services are close-by at London Health Sciences Centre.  

The Middlesex Hospital Alliance is seeking to expand its’ current Consultative Internal Medicine hospital practice to better support the ICU/ER/Hospitalist programs. There is an opportunity to be an MRP if desired.  We are seeking two (2) additional General Internal Medicine Specialists who would be expected to run a four bed ICU to join the existing team to provide internal medicine and intensive care services.  Practice opportunities for candidates with specialty certification in specific areas can also be explored.    

An Internal Medicine Specialist who can fill the above role and is interested in practicing at the Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA), will find:

  • Remuneration is Fee for Service, plus On-call stipend through HOCC
  • A good Work/Life Balance (On call for all consults and ICU patients in a one in four rotation)
  • A strong collegial and family-like hospital environment
  • A skilled multidisciplinary team
  • Opportunities to participate in  quality improvement initiatives   
  • Opportunity to obtain appointment with Western University to teach and mentor medical students and residents from the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry.  

The ideal candidate for the position will have:

  • Eligibility for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
  • Certified or eligible for certification, by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Internal Medicine
  • Canadian permanent residency or Canadian citizen
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • Dedicated to quality and excellence in clinical care and patient/family experience
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

More about the Middlesex Hospital Alliance…..

It operates 62 acute beds at hospitals in Strathroy and Newbury.  We are accredited with Commendation by Accreditation Canada.   We offer an array of specialized acute inpatient and outpatient services, including:

  • Fully staffed 24/7 Emergency Departments
  • 4 bed Level 2 Intensive Care Unit
  • Full range of anesthesia services
  • General Surgery, Orthopedics (including total joints), Gynecology, Plastics, Ophthalmology, ENT (including pediatrics) and Endoscopy
  • Two (2) Operating Rooms and two (2) Endoscopy Suites
  • A broad range of diagnostic services including CT
  • Robust Ambulatory Care services including:  ECG, stress testing, endoscopy, audiology, dermatology, surgical and medicine clinics    
  • Obstetrics Program Department with approximately 100 births per year.

For further information about these positions, or to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae, please contact:

Anita Fernandes, Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Staff, Anita.Fernandes@mha.tvh.ca or (519) 245-5295 ext. 5857

Anesthesiologist or Family Practice Anesthesiologist– Full time, Part time and Locum Opportunities -Middlesex Hospital Alliance, Strathroy, Ontario

A Royal College or Family Practice Anesthesiologist interested in practicing at the Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA), will find:

  • Full range of anesthesia services offered
  • General Surgery, Orthopedics (including total joints), Gynecology, Urology, Plastics, Ophthalmology, ENT (including pediatrics) and Endoscopy.  No Neuro, Thoracic, Cardiac or Vascular
  • Two (2) Operating Rooms and two (2) Endoscopy Suites
  • Remuneration is fee for service, plus an on-call stipend
  • Attractive relocation incentive package and signing bonus
  • Work/Life Balance
  • A strong collegial and family-like hospital environment
  • Opportunities for growth in leadership roles and the ability to foster quality improvement initiatives   
  • Opportunity to obtain appointment with Western University to teach medical students and residents.

The ideal candidate for the position will have:

  • Eligibility for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
  • Certified or eligible for certification, by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Anesthesiology (FRCPC) or the College of Family Physicians of Canada with a Certificate of Added Competence in Anesthesiology
  • Canadian permanent residency or Canadian citizen
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, and dedication to quality and excellence
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19. 

Middlesex Hospital Alliance operates 62 acute beds at hospitals in Strathroy and Newbury.  We are accredited with Commendation by Accreditation Canada.   We offer an array of specialized acute, allied health and ambulatory care services, including

  • A broad range of diagnostic services including CT
  • Fully staffed 24/7 Emergency Departments
  • 4 bed Level 2 Intensive Care Unit
  • Obstetrics Department with approximately 100 births per year.

Situated just 30 minutes west of London, Ontario, midway between London and Sarnia/Port Huron in the beautiful Southwestern Ontario region. Strathroy offers weather tempered by the Great Lakes, a welcoming and warm community, excellent quality of life, sports – including golf and curling, and beautiful nature to explore, including excellent beaches a short drive from home.  

For further information about this position, or to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae, please contact:

Anita Fernandes, Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Staff, Anita.Fernandes@mha.tvh.ca or (519) 245-5295 ext. 5857

Ophthalmologist – Locum Opportunity  -Middlesex Hospital Alliance, Strathroy, Ontario

The Middlesex Hospital Alliance – Strathroy Memorial General Hospital is seeking a Locum Ophthalmologist to provide care for a variety of ophthalmology conditions and diseases.  As a hospital with Quality Based Procedures (QBP) funding for approximately 600 cataracts, we are seeking an ophthalmologist who has a primary interest in cataract surgery.  The term of this locum is 3-6 months, with the possibility of extension.     

A Royal College Ophthalmologist interested in practicing at the Middlesex Hospital Alliance (MHA), will find:

  • Remuneration is fee for service, plus an on-call stipend
  • Work/Life Balance
  • A strong collegial and family-like hospital environment
  • Opportunities to participate in  quality improvement initiatives   
  • Opportunity to obtain appointment with Western University to teach medical students and residents.

The ideal candidate for the position will have:

  • Eligibility for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
  • Certified or eligible for certification, by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Ophthalmology
  • Canadian permanent residency or Canadian citizen
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, and dedication to quality and excellence
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Middlesex Hospital Alliance operates 62 acute beds at hospitals in Strathroy and Newbury.  We are accredited with Commendation by Accreditation Canada.   We offer an array of specialized acute, allied health and ambulatory care services, including:

  • A broad range of diagnostic services including CT
  • Fully staffed 24/7 Emergency Departments
  • 4 bed Level 2 Intensive Care Unit
  • Obstetrics Department with approximately 100 births per year.

Situated just 30 minutes west of London, Ontario, midway between London and Sarnia/Port Huron in the beautiful Southwestern Ontario region. Strathroy offers weather tempered by the Great Lakes, a welcoming and warm community, excellent quality of life, sports – including golf and curling, and beautiful nature to explore, including excellent beaches a short drive from home.  

For further information about this position, or to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae, please contact:

Anita Fernandes, Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Staff, Anita.Fernandes@mha.tvh.ca or (519) 245-5295 ext. 5857

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