Emergency Medicine Physician

Job Description

Overview

Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is inviting applications for Full-time & Part-time Emergency Medicine Physicians to join our Department of Emergency Medicine team. Our 24/7 Emergency Department sees over 30,000 visits annually and is supported by onsite specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, OB-GYN, Psychiatry, and Anesthesia, with subspecialty access through Windsor Regional Hospital.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Candidates must be CCFP-EM, ABEM, FRCPC, or CCFP certified with EM experience, and be eligible for CPSO licensure. U.S. Board Certified physicians benefit from a streamlined College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario licensure pathway introduced in 2023.

About ESHC

Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) is a 72-bed acute care hospital in Leamington, Ontario, serving 110,000 residents. It offers ICU and surgical services and is affiliated with the Schulich School of Medicine, providing teaching opportunities.

Full-time Compensation and Benefits

• Full-time (12-14 shifts per month). A signing bonus of up to $125,000 is offered for full-time positions, supported by a flexible Return of Service Agreement. The bonus is disbursed in semi-annual installments of $12,500 for up to 5 years with no fixed time commitment.
• Access to Homewood Health.
• Emergency Medicine AFA Hourly rates range from $160 per hour to $224 per hour, topped up with 37% of OHIP shadow billings.
• Reimbursement of moving expenses is negotiable.
• 1,000 CME incentive per year that can be banked up to $3,000.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

Part-time Compensation and Benefits

• Part-time (6-8 shifts per month). A signing bonus of up to $62,500 is available for those committing to 8 shifts per month, paid in semi-annual installments of $6,250 for up to 5 years with no fixed time commitment.
• Access to Homewood Health.
• Emergency Medicine AFA Hourly rates range from $160 per hour to $224 per hour, topped up with 37% of OHIP shadow billings.
• Reimbursement of moving expenses is negotiable.
• 1,000 CME incentive per year that can be banked up to $3,000 for Active staff.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

Orientation & Support

New staff are onboarded through a mentorship model, working alongside a senior team member who provides guidance and support until the new hire is confident and independent.

Location & Lifestyle

Leamington offers small-town charm with easy access to Windsor, Detroit, and London — just a 30-minute commute for many staff physicians. The area boasts excellent schools, recreational facilities, and advanced healthcare, making it an ideal place to live and work.

Climate & Recreation

Sharing the same latitude as Northern California, Leamington enjoys long summers and mild winters. Outdoor opportunities include Point Pelee National Park, waterfront trails, conservation areas, and a modern recreation complex supporting a healthy lifestyle.

How to Apply

If you are interested in being part of this collegial hospital family and community where you will be inspired, please submit your Curriculum Vitae to Dr. Braedon Hendy – Chief of Emergency, c/o Wendy Balenzano, Medical Affairs Recruiter at wendy.balenzano@eshc.org