General Surgeon

Job Description

General Surgeon

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Anticipated Shift: Full Time, Days, Early Mornings, Mornings, Evenings, Nights, On Call, Weekends

Daily Hours Worked: Various hour shifts (30 to 40 hours per week)

Position Type: Fee for service

Wage Rate: Compensation is fee-for-service as per the Doctors Manitoba and Manitoba Health a Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living negotiated rates.

Position Summary

As the second largest city in Manitoba, with a population of 55,000 and growing, Brandon is the main hub and referral site for southwestern Manitoba, with a catchment area of approximately 200,000 people. Brandon Regional Health Centre is a fully accredited multi-specialty facility with 300+ bed capacity and are currently undergoing a $110 million‑dollar expansion of our inpatient care facilities, expected to be completed in 2026.

Brandon Regional Health Centre is a satellite campus for the University of Manitoba and the Rady Faulty of Medicine and offers the opportunity to contribute to the teaching/mentoring of medical learners.

The Brandon Region Health Centre Surgical Suite has 7 operating rooms with one minor surgery procedure room and supports 56 surgical beds. There is an Endoscopy Unit with three endoscopy rooms, offering a high level of service to the Region. Our on‑site diagnostic services include radiology, ultrasound, CT, MRI and nuclear medicine.

There is a wide range of specialist services available onsite including pediatrics, obstetrics & gynecology, anesthesia, general surgery, urology, oncology, orthopedic surgery, and internal medicine.

Successful Applicants must be able to work within an interdisciplinary team and function well in a high‑volume environment with a commitment to provide high quality patient and family centered care. Applicants will have the opportunity to join one of the private clinics located in the city.

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting: Private practice, Rural area

Responsibilities

• Diagnose disease and physiological disorders


• Prescribe post‑operation medication and treatment


• Supervise surgical procedures


• Treat diseases, injuries and deformities


• Act as consultants to other physicians


• Order laboratory tests, X‑rays and other diagnostic procedures


• Supervision: 1 to 2 people

Credentials

• Doctor of Medicine Degree


• Fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada


• Current licensure or eligibility for full license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba


• Must have CMPA Coverage or provide proof of equivalent malpractice insurance


• Candidates with advanced endoscopy training preferred


• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required


• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.


• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.


• Good work and attendance record

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Complete and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check, as appropriate.


• All Health Care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with the Prairie Mountain Health policy.

The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast‑paced environment, Work under pressure, Attention to detail, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Standing for extended periods, Walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Large workload

Personal Suitability

• Accurate, Client focus, Dependability, Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent oral communication, Excellent written communication, Flexibility, Interpersonal awareness, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player, Values and ethics