MAHC partners with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) University to train over 100 future physicians and allied health professionals each year. Established in 2005, NOSM is recognized for its innovative, community-engaged medical education model, partnering with Lakehead and Laurentian Universities. The school provides students, residents, and other health learners with clinical experience in northern Ontario’s community hospitals, clinics, and family practices. MAHC also hosts third-year medical students for seven-month clerkships where they gain hands-on experience under physician supervision in various specialties. Please apply directly to the NOSM Site Administrator by emailing jennifer.lorenz@mahc.ca.
Student Opportunities
We look forward to supporting you in your journey becoming the future of healthcare.
At Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) we are proud to collaborate with educational institutions across Ontario to help shape the next generation of healthcare professionals. Whether you are just beginning to explore healthcare or are well into your training, there is a place for you here. If your institution is not currently listed among our partners, we encourage you to reach out. We are open to new partnerships with educational institutions.
We are dedicated to supporting your growth as a student, offering an interprofessional environment where you can learn, gain new skills, and develop your competencies for professional and collaborative care in a hospital environment. Our staff are committed to fostering an environment that empowers you to succeed. Many students who begin their journey here choose to continue and grow their careers with us.
Looking for more information for a midwifery placement? Please apply directly to the Midwives of Muskoka by visiting their website, or have your school’s Placement Coordinator contact admin@midwivesofmuskoka.ca.
Placements
We offer a comprehensive orientation program to warmly welcome nursing students from colleges and universities across the province to both of our hospital sites. Our nursing students are matched with a knowledgeable and qualified preceptor for the duration of their placement. Working alongside this preceptor, students can build clinical nursing skills. Specialty units such as the operating room, obstetrics, or within inpatient areas are available at our hospitals.
To arrange a placement, please coordinate through your academic institution. Clinical experiences at Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare can only begin once your institution has an established affiliation agreement with us. Be sure to check with your student placement office to confirm that an agreement is in place.
All placement requests should be sent to education@mahc.ca.
Clinical Externships
Our clinical externships offer paid positions where nursing students can gain valuable work experience under supervision as an Unregulated Care Provider. These opportunities are specifically designed for current nursing students and provide a transitional role that includes:
- Specialized clinical experience with direct patient care
- Experience in patient assessments and documentation
- Opportunities to collaborate as part of an interprofessional team
- On-the-job learning that will prepare you for a future career
Please visit the Career Opportunities page to see available opportunities or email jobs@mahc.ca for more information.
MAHC accepts post-secondary students from a wide range of disciplines who need to complete a supervised practicum as part of their academic requirements.
Student types include but are not limited to Respiratory Therapy, Diagnostic Imaging specialties, Medical Laboratory Technology, Pharmacy, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation Assistant, Social Worker, Speech Language Pathologist.
To arrange a placement, please coordinate through your academic institution. Clinical experiences at Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare can only begin once your institution has an established affiliation agreement with us. Be sure to check with your student placement office to confirm that an agreement is in place.
All placement requests should be sent to education@mahc.ca.
A variety of student placement opportunities could be available beyond our clinical areas. We are open to considering requests for experiential learning opportunities in most areas of our hospital. Areas could include Information Technology or Communications. For further inquiries, please contact education@mahc.ca.
We offer co-op placements for Grade 11 and 12 students interested in gaining experience in a healthcare setting. This program provides valuable exposure to a wide range of healthcare professionals, helping students explore potential career paths. If you're interested in a placement at MAHC, please encourage your guidance counselor or co-op teacher to contact us education@mahc.ca.
How do I apply?
Step 1: Complete the Application Form
Start by completing the Student Application Form. This is your chance to introduce yourself and provide details about your upcoming placement.
*Please note: this form does not apply to NOSM or Midwives of Muskoka. Please apply directly to their organization per the instructions above.
Step 2: Watch for our Message
A member of the Corporate Education team will contact you through the next steps.
Step 3: Prepare Required Documentation
Before your placement begins, you will need to provide the following:
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- completed no more than six months prior to the start date of your placement
- Immunization Records
- TB status
- MMR Vaccine (2 doses)
- Varicella
- Hepatitis B
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis
- Proof of at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine
- Influenza (Flu) Shot
- Mask Fit test
If you have any questions or want to learn more about student opportunities, please reach out to our Education Coordinators at education@mahc.ca.
Affiliations With Education Institutions
We have several affiliation agreements with various institutions:
Educational institutions with current affiliation agreements:
- Anderson College of Health, Business and Technology
- Athabasca University
- Brock University
- Cambrian College
- Canadore College
- Centennial College of Arts and Technology
- Centre for Nursing Studies
- CTS Canadian Career College
- Durham College
- Gates College
- Georgian College
- Lakehead University
- Laurentian University
- McMaster University
- Medix College of Healthcare
- Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology
- Nipissing University
- North Bay Regional Health Center (NBRHC)
- Northern Ontario School of Medicine
- Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
- Saskatchewan Polytechnic
- St Clair College
- St. Lawrence College
- Toronto Metropolitan University
- triOS College
- University of Calgary
- University of Guelph
- University of Ottawa
- University of Waterloo
- University of Western Ontario
- University of Windsor
- Vancouver Island University
- York University
If you don't see your institution listed, we are always interested in forming new partnerships and creating new affiliation agreements. Please have your placement coordinator contact us at education@mahc.ca note this may add time to the student onboarding process.
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