DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL

Dismissal for Cause

The hospital, in consultation with the Postgraduate Medical Education Committee, shall have the right to dismiss a Resident for sufficient cause; when a Resident is dismissed for a sufficient cause, they shall not be entitled to notice or payment in lieu of notice.

Reason for Dismissal

The Hospital shall provide the Resident with a written statement of the reason(s) for their dismissal for cause, together with a statement of their right to grieve. This written statement shall be provided to the Resident or Fellow within seven (7) calendar days of the dismissal.

Discipline

Prior to the imposition of discipline upon any Resident, the Employer shall consult with a representative of the Postgraduate Medical Education Committee at the earliest possible opportunity to determine the impact of such discipline upon the completion of the program of such Resident.

Meeting(s) Related to Dismissal

A Resident who is required to attend any meeting(s) with the hospital related to dismissal or contemplated dismissal shall be advised of their right to be accompanied by a representative of the Association.