Staff General Surgeon

General Surgeon – South Bruce Grey Health Centre (Walkerton Site)
Start date: As early as July/August 2026 (flexible)

Duration of Position: Permanent, Full time
On Call: 1 in 4
Skills of Interest:  Cesarean section, endoscopy
Remuneration:  OHIP Fee for service, HOCC, NRRI, relocation
Existing Staff: 5 anesthetists, 3 other full time surgeons

South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) invites applications from practicing, independently
licensed General Surgeons to join our dynamic, collegial team based in Walkerton, Ontario.  As our program grows and services expand, we’re seeking a motivated, team-oriented surgeon
who values high-quality rural care and sustainable practice.

Why Join SBGHC–Walkerton?
• Busy, multi-site practice: Well-established program serving a diverse rural catchment of 60,000+.
• Sustainable call: 1:4 general surgery call shared across Walkerton and nearby Hanover.
• Modern equipment: Recently renewed Olympus endoscopy and 4K laparoscopy platforms.
• OR & endoscopy access: Dedicated OR and endoscopy blocks at Walkerton; abundant ambulatory capacity adjacent to the hospital.
• Low overhead: Shared office space provided (private space available following renovations).
• Obstetrical support: Caesarean section competence required. Mentorship/transition support available for appropriate candidates.
• Attractive incentives: Eligibility for relocation support and Northern & Rural Recruitment and Retention Initiative (NRRRI) funding (for qualifying candidates).

About Walkerton
Set on the Saugeen River, Walkerton offers affordable housing, excellent schools, great restaurants, and easy access to lakes, trails, and year-round outdoor recreation. Enjoy a high quality of life in a supportive community, with straightforward 1–2 hour drives to major Southwestern Ontario centres—without the gridlock.

Candidate Profile
• Independent (or imminently eligible) CPSO licensure in General Surgery
• Strong endoscopy and laparoscopic skill set; interest in broad-based rural general surgery
• Commitment to collegial teamwork, and patient-centred care
• Caesarean section competence (or willingness to complete a supported pathway to independence)

Express Interest
Contact Dr. John Stirrat, General Surgeon, SBGHC–Walkerton
Email: johnstirrat@gmail.com | Cell: (647) 991-7703
Dr. Stirrat is happy to discuss the role, practice details, and training pathways for caesarean section independence where appropriate.