Several interesting benefits are offered to our employees. The benefits, coverage and requirements may vary depending on the group the employee is working with.

Health Benefits for Regular Full Time Employees

Extended Health Care
Our plan provides reimbursements for the following supplementary health services: prescription drugs, private and semi-private hospital room, eye glasses/contact lenses, medical coverage while traveling out of province and abroad, etc.

Dental Care
Our plan provides for reimbursement of basic, restorative and orthodontic services, subject to some maximums. The coverage may vary, subject to employee group eligibility criteria.

Insurance for Regular Full Time Employees

Life Insurance
These benefits are offered via the hospital and they are comparable to twice the employee's annual salary. We offer supplementary life insurance to all employees. For non-unionized employees we also offer dependant life insurance, at group rates.

Accidental Death and dismemberment Insurance
Additional financial protection is offered to your family in the event of your accidental death or dismemberment while you are an employee. This is in addition to any group life insurance benefit.

Sickness and Disability Benefits for Regular Full Time Employees

Sick Leave
Short term sick leave benefits are provided in the event of non-occupational illness or injury. The entitlement varies depending on the plan eligibility criteria.

Long-term Disability Insurance
Continuing income is provided in the event of total disability.

Pension Plan
It is the Hospitals of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Both the employee and the hospital make contributions to this pension plan.

Pregnancy/Parental Leave
Unpaid pregnancy/parental leave will be granted for a period of up to a maximum of 52 weeks. An employee on pregnancy/parental leave who is in receipt of Employment Insurance Benefits shall be paid a supplemental benefit up to a maximum period of 25 weeks. The amount of the supplemental benefit, the length of the leave and any other allowances during such leave are outlined in the applicable collective agreement or terms of reference/working conditions documents for management & non-unionized staff.

Additional Benefits

Vacation
Vacation entitlement varies depending on the group.

Statutory Holidays
Employees get 12 paid statutory holidays per year. Casual and part-time employees are offered a percentage in lieu of benefits, sick leave, vacation and holidays.

Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB)
Full coverage is provided to employees for on-the-job injuries and illness.

Jury Duty
Employees receive full pay when called for jury duty.

Employees Assistance Program
An off-site, confidential, voluntary, short-term counseling program is provided for employees to deal with a range of personal, family and workplace concerns.

Long Service Awards
This award program recognizes service with the hospital. Gifts are presented to employees who have worked at the hospital for 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 years, during an annual ceremony on the evening of our Employee Recognition Day.

The above information briefly describes some of the benefits our employees receive under the various plans. Details and specifics are outlined within the respective collective agreements and working conditions.

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