Job Title                               Director, Critical Care & Respiratory Therapy Services Job ID                                    77029 Location                                London Health Sciences Centre Department Name              Critical Care Trauma Centre (CCTC) Status                                   Regular, Full-Time Who We are London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada’s largest hospitals, LHSC is a world-class innovator in clinical care, research and teaching, delivering both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC has a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while working together to shape the future of health. The Director, Critical Care & Respiratory Therapy Services is responsible for the overall budget, human and physical resources and all patient care in the Adult Critical Care Programs and Respiratory Therapy Departments at both of Victoria and University Hospitals as well as the Cardiac Surgery Recovery Unit (CSRU), and Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU) at University Hospital. What the Role is Reporting to the Vice President, Surgery and Critical Care, the Director is responsible for strategic planning, operational execution and relationship management by leading the formation of long-term strategic plans as well as annual business operating plans and budgets, help monitor and achieve those plans.  You will organize program activities, direct resources, execute operational initiatives, formulate policies & procedures, and strategically plan for the future.  You will support the academic mission in advancing excellence in interprofessional clinical teaching and research with critical care. You will translate decisions of our senior level into execution by utilizing relationship management and working with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the necessary outcomes by ensuring your team and program are aligned with our mission, vision and values, while working together to successfully achieve our strategic objectives.  You will plan and execute action plans that deliver results and motivate individuals for greater performance excellence. You will be a leader of leaders; capable of developing other leaders to their full potential. You will demonstrate strong business acumen including management of multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets. The Director has values-based leadership and a proven track record for developing and sustaining healthy work environments and effective teams while leading in a performance-driven culture.  This leader will lead and drive system transformation and develop self and others through teaching, coaching, mentoring and formal development processes.  They will have exceptional analytical skills that contribute to effective decision-making and be self-directed, courageous, and highly motivated with excellent interpersonal and dynamic and effective communication skills. Who You Are Self-aware of own assumptions, values, principles, strengths and limitations Able to manage and develop self while modeling qualities such as honesty, integrity, resilience, and confidence Engage and support others to foster development, personal goals and encourage a healthy organization Achieve results by strategically aligning direction, decisions, actions and evaluation with the vision, values and evidence Facilitate environment of collaboration and cooperation Create connections, build partnerships and networks Demonstrate a commitment to the organizational vision, mission, values and service excellence Transformational thinker that encourages and supports innovation Have exceptional analytical skills that contribute to effective decision-making Be self-directed, courageous, and highly motivated with excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills Compensation $129,538.50 to $156,819.00 per annum What You Will Bring with You Successful completion of a recognized Master’s Degree in business or health profession preferred Current Certificate of Registration from a college recognized under the Regulated Health Professions Act preferred Minimum of 8 to 10 years’ leadership experience, preferably in progressively more responsible leadership position(s) in an academic hospital centre Minimum five (5) years' previously related demonstrated experience and understanding in a healthcare-related discipline, preferably in Critical Care & RT Services Previous clinical and/or leadership in the Critical Care & RT Services department preferred Member of the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) who have, or are in process of attaining the Canadian Health Executive (CHE) Select certification program preferred Fluent and computer literate with computer systems such as email and Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint) Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis  Other Information London Health Sciences Centre fosters a culture of patient and staff safety whereby all employees are guided by LHSC's Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable. persons with disabilities and we are committed to providing accommodations upon request. Submission Requirements (please submit in one MS Word document) Cover Letter, Resume and Listing of Education, Credentials and Certifications , and References . As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that reference checks may be conducted as part of the selection process. Successful candidates will be required to complete a health review which includes providing vaccination records or proof of immunity against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis. In addition, they will need to provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step).  Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 3 months.

Are you an Occupational Therapist ready to take on a leadership role in your work? Do you want to inspire innovation and excellence in your field?  We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated individual for Occupational Therapy Supervisor at the Stanton Territorial Hospital in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.  Adventure and opportunity are waiting for you - apply today! Why the Northwest Territories? Located above the 60th parallel, the Northwest Territories awaits with seemingly endless lakes and unmatched vistas. The opportunities available in our communities are perfect for the outdoors enthusiast looking for adventure, a healthy work/life balance, and an escape from the hustle of the big city. Home to the Capital City of the Northwest Territories, Yellowknife is a captivating mix of city life and untamed wilderness. Fully stocked with the essential businesses and surprising amount of services for a population of 22,000, Yellowknife also embraces its quirky northern roots with colourful houseboats, world famous fish shacks and houses springing up from the rocks. From the endless glow of the midnight sun in the summer, to the nightly aurora shows in the winter, Yellowknife is waiting to amaze you! About the Work The Supervisor, Occupational Therapy (OT) provides clinical supervision to a combined staff compliment of 12 consisting of Occupational Therapists, Rehabilitation Assistants and a Recreation Therapist.  The OT Department has about 5,000 encounters a year with patients being referred by physicians, nurse practitioners, community nurses, and midwives, along with schools for school-based services. The Supervisor, Occupational Therapy models and promotes clinical excellence by providing seasoned advice and recommendations to OTs and other healthcare professionals. As a mentor, educator, researcher and consultant in occupational therapy practice, the incumbent helps guide OTs from task orientation to more empowered analytical thinking in their day to day assessment and treatment approaches. A position is currently available in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Typically these positions require completion of a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and five (5) years of clinical OT practice.  Two (2) years of experience as a supervisor in a health discipline would be an asset. What are the Benefits? In addition to highly competitive salaries, the Northwest Territories offers a Northern Living Allowance ($3,700), health and dental benefits, a generous pension plan, and outstanding leave benefits including deferred leave options. On top of that, we offer relocation assistance, along with professional development opportunities and education support. To find out more about living in the Northwest Territories, check out: https://spectacularnwt.com/destinations/north-slave/city-yellowknife https://extraordinaryyk.com/ https://ykonline.ca/ Want to hear a first-hand account of what it’s like being an Occupational Therapist in the Northwest Territories? Check out our profile on Stephanie Leblanc an Occupational Therapist located in Yellowknife: https://www.practicenwt.ca/en/content/stephanie-leblanc Interested in knowing a little more about practicing in the Northwest Territories? Please feel free to send us an email , or visit www.PracticeNWT.ca and https://www.facebook.com/practicenwt/ for more information on living and working in the Northwest Territories.

Do you have recent and relevant experience in a Canadian Hospital Laboratory? Do you enjoy challenging and rewarding work? We are hiring for Medical Laboratory Technologists 1, Core Laboratory. The benefits of practicing in the north include working in the largest lab in the territory, a highly competitive salary, and excellent work/life balance. Apply today! Why the Northwest Territories? Located above the 60th parallel, the Northwest Territories awaits with seemingly endless lakes and unmatched vistas. The opportunities available in our communities are perfect for the outdoors enthusiast looking for adventure, a healthy work/life balance, and an escape from the hustle of the big city. Home to the Capital City of the Northwest Territories, Yellowknife is a captivating mix of city life and untamed wilderness. Fully stocked with the essential businesses and services of a southern city, Yellowknife also embraces its quirky northern roots with colourful houseboats, world-famous fish shacks and houses springing up from the rocks. Whether you want to catch the latest plays at the Northern Arts and Cultural Centre, take in one of our many music and cultural festivals, enjoy delicious dining opportunities ranging from Korean to Ethiopian food to our summer farmer’s market, or explore the surrounding environment by snowmobile, skis, boat, or float-plane, Yellowknife has you covered. About the Work The Medical Laboratory Technologist 1, Core Laboratory analyzes samples and conducts individual patient tests using both complex laboratory instrumentation and manual techniques. This position performs routine laboratory analysis in chemistry, hematology, transfusion medicine, and specimen collection and handling activities. While performing analysis the incumbent must be able to recognize normal and atypical findings and initiate the appropriate action. Accurate testing allows the practitioner to properly diagnose medical conditions and arrange for proper care and treatment which ultimately impacts on a patients morbidity. This accurate and timely testing also assists public health teams address regional or territorial health issues in an effective manner. As the largest laboratory in the Northwest Territories, the hospital laboratory is often chosen to participate in National Programs and committees; in the absence of a local pathologist, the incumbent collaborates with the Technical Supervisor, Core Laboratory to ensure that Stanton Territorial Hospital conforms to internal and external policies/standards. There are three (3) positions currently available in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. Typically these positions require a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology Program at a minimum of a diploma or degree level from an accredited Canadian Post-Secondary Institution. Internationally trained Medical Laboratory Technologists must have at least three (3) years of working experience in a Canadian Hospital Laboratory as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (in core laboratory).  Applicants must have recent, relevant experience (within the past five (5) years) in all of the core laboratory disciplines including: Chemistry; Hematology; Transfusion Medicine; Urinalysis; specimen collection from adults, children and neonates. Applicants must be registered with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science at the General Registered Technologist designation. New graduates waiting to write their certification examination will be considered however; registration must be achieved prior to beginning employment with Laboratory Services. Registration must be maintained throughout the period of employment with Laboratory Services. These are bona fide requirements, equivalencies will not be considered. What are the Benefits? In addition to highly competitive salaries, the Northwest Territories offers a Northern Living Allowance ($3,700 for Yellowknife), health and dental benefits, a generous pension plan, and outstanding leave benefits including deferred leave options. On top of that, we offer relocation assistance, along with professional development opportunities and education support. To find out more about living in the Northwest Territories, check out: https://spectacularnwt.com/destinations/north-slave/city-yellowknife https://yktourism.ca/ https://ykonline.ca/ Want to hear a first-hand account of what it’s like being a Health & Social Services professional in the Northwest Territories? Check out our employee profile page at: https://www.practicenwt.ca/en/employee-profiles Interested in knowing a little more about practicing in the Northwest Territories? Please feel free to send us an email , or visit www.PracticeNWT.ca and https://www.facebook.com/practicenwt/ for more information on living and working in the Northwest Territories.

LAKERIDGE HEALTH Posting #:      2100001047 Status:            Full Time Location:        Oshawa Salary:            $67.47 - $84.34 hourly Senior Director, Strategic Communications   As one of Ontario’s largest community health systems serving one of fastest growing areas of the province, Lakeridge Health is reimagining the future of Health Care in the Durham Region. Supported by a talented team of more than 7,700 physicians, nurses, health care professionals and volunteers across five hospital sites and multiple off-site locations, Lakeridge Health is working with partners to create an integrated health system that supports people to achieve their best health. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and experienced leader with vision, initiative, and strategic thinking to join the Lakeridge Health Team as Senior Director, Strategic Communications. In this key leadership role, the Senior Director, Strategic Communications (Senior Director) is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive integrated communications program directed at health professionals, system leaders, the Board of Trustees and the public, that includes organizational branding, media relations, digital communications and social media, stakeholder partner communications, community engagement, issues management, and internal communications.   Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Director is responsible for ensuring all communications activities are developed, implemented and measured to effectively support Lakeridge Health’s mandate and vision, mission and values and reflect the organization’s strategic plan, brand positioning and brand narrative. The Senior Director will partner and collaborate across the organization and health system to support a stakeholder-driven approach that ensures both internal and external organizational partners are actively engaged and supported in a wide range of Lakeridge Health’s communications initiatives.   Key leadership initiatives for the Senior Director will be to:   Ensure the effective implementation of an integrated strategic communications program that drives active awareness and engagement, internally and externally.   Lead, mentor and support the communications team in the creation and execution of a variety of integrated communications activities to inform, engage and build pride in the organization.  Foster strong partnerships with the Executive Team, and key internal and external stakeholders, including Board Trustees, government officials, partners and the public, to plan, design, and implement activities aimed at enhancing the organization's visibility and public profile in line with the strategic plan.   Adapt and strengthen communications processes and activities to meet changing priorities, emerging issues, and trends impacting Ontario’s health care system.   Proactively manage the communications for Lakeridge Health, anticipating and responding to emerging developments, and supporting them with effective and meaningful narratives and creative communications initiatives.   Seek opportunities to profile Lakeridge Health, strategically responding to external events and opportunities as they arise.   Continue to successfully navigate Communications through the COVID-19 pandemic and support the organization in post-pandemic recovery. Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Government Relations or a related discipline (Masters preferred); 7 – 10 years of progressive leadership experience in health care and/or the broader public sector; Experience in a leadership role in the Ontario health system preferred; Strong understanding of government structures and legislation as they relate to the health care industry; Exceptional leadership and team building skills with proven ability to nurture and mentor others; Excel at stakeholder engagement, branding, multi-faceted communications planning and effective implementation across   various mediums (e.g., media, digital, social, etc.); Superior communication skills with the capacity to quickly gain credibility through personal style, demonstrated knowledge and professionalism; Exceptional strategic thinking skills and a proven track record of delivery, with an ability to define and achieve a vision through to execution;   Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy. Conditions of Employment: The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants. To apply to this position please visit www.lakeridgehealth.on.ca/erecruit