Promeus
Chief and Medical Director, Surgery
Oak Valley Health (OVH), formerly Markham Stouffville Hospital, is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations, recognized for excellence in progressive, patient-centred care. OVH serves one of the province’s fastest growing and most diverse communities and provides care to more than 480,000 patients annually across multiple sites, including Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, the Reactivation Care Centre, and two community health clinics. With a strong foundation in quality, safety, and patient experience, OVH continues to advance integrated and innovative models of care.
The Department of Surgery supports a broad and growing surgical program, delivering comprehensive services across eight operating rooms and approximately 18,000 procedures annually. The department comprises a collegial group of more than 40 surgeons and physicians representing a full range of surgical specialties and plays a central role in advancing ambulatory surgery, oncology, orthopaedics, and regional surgical care. With continued growth in surgical volumes and complexity, the department is well positioned to expand innovative models of care, advance quality and academic initiatives, and support ongoing program development across one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities.
The Position
Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Vice President, Medical Operations, the Chief and Medical Director, Surgery provides clinical, professional, operational, and strategic leadership for the department and broader surgical program. Working within a shared leadership model, the role partners closely with clinical and administrative leaders to support high standards of quality and patient safety, effective medical staff oversight, and alignment with organizational priorities.
At a time of significant growth and transformation, the Chief and Medical Director will play a key role in strengthening departmental culture, enhancing physician engagement, and advancing a cohesive vision for the future of surgical services at Oak Valley Health. The role will support continued program expansion, increasing surgical volumes and complexity, and ongoing collaboration across perioperative services to ensure coordinated, high-performing care delivery.
Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with surgical and clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research, and innovation agenda.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an experienced, inclusive, and visionary leader, with experience in medical leadership, clinical practice, strategy, and operations. Recognized as an effective change leader, they have demonstrated their ability to engage teams, navigate complexity, and lead change within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate is a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in a surgical specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent certification. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your CV, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel at resumes@promeus.ca .
OVH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Chief and Medical Director, Surgery
Oak Valley Health (OVH), formerly Markham Stouffville Hospital, is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations, recognized for excellence in progressive, patient-centred care. OVH serves one of the province’s fastest growing and most diverse communities and provides care to more than 480,000 patients annually across multiple sites, including Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, the Reactivation Care Centre, and two community health clinics. With a strong foundation in quality, safety, and patient experience, OVH continues to advance integrated and innovative models of care.
The Department of Surgery supports a broad and growing surgical program, delivering comprehensive services across eight operating rooms and approximately 18,000 procedures annually. The department comprises a collegial group of more than 40 surgeons and physicians representing a full range of surgical specialties and plays a central role in advancing ambulatory surgery, oncology, orthopaedics, and regional surgical care. With continued growth in surgical volumes and complexity, the department is well positioned to expand innovative models of care, advance quality and academic initiatives, and support ongoing program development across one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities.
The Position
Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Vice President, Medical Operations, the Chief and Medical Director, Surgery provides clinical, professional, operational, and strategic leadership for the department and broader surgical program. Working within a shared leadership model, the role partners closely with clinical and administrative leaders to support high standards of quality and patient safety, effective medical staff oversight, and alignment with organizational priorities.
At a time of significant growth and transformation, the Chief and Medical Director will play a key role in strengthening departmental culture, enhancing physician engagement, and advancing a cohesive vision for the future of surgical services at Oak Valley Health. The role will support continued program expansion, increasing surgical volumes and complexity, and ongoing collaboration across perioperative services to ensure coordinated, high-performing care delivery.
Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with surgical and clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research, and innovation agenda.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an experienced, inclusive, and visionary leader, with experience in medical leadership, clinical practice, strategy, and operations. Recognized as an effective change leader, they have demonstrated their ability to engage teams, navigate complexity, and lead change within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate is a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in a surgical specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent certification. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your CV, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel at resumes@promeus.ca .
OVH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Brightshores Health System
Status: Permanent, Full-Time Management, Non-Union Salary Range: $140,903 - $167,002 annually Reason to Post: Direct Replacement
Summary
The Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services at Brightshores Health System provides strategic and operational leadership for a comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions program across Brightshores Health System. Accountable for program development, clinical quality, and service delivery, the Director leads a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services across multiple sites, including 45 inpatient hospital beds, diverse outpatient programs, and the Wellness and Recovery Centre (45 inpatient beds, outpatient programs). The Director ensures that services are integrated, accessible, and responsive to the needs of a growing and aging rural population, while leading within a complex, multi-site environment with varied funding models.
Working in close partnership with the Medical Director, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners, the Director ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed, and person-centred care. The role contributes to system transformation through strengthened partnerships, improved access and flow, and alignment with provincial, regional and local priorities.
As a key leader in advancing Brightshores’ strategic plan, the Director fosters a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role includes active participation in regional planning tables and collaboration with Ontario Health and community partners to support a more connected and sustainable rural health system.
The ideal candidate is a relational and strategic leader who builds strong partnerships both internally and externally. They demonstrate vision, resilience, and adaptability, and are skilled at leading teams through change. Committed to mentorship and leadership development, the Director supports high-performing teams and ensures an exceptional patient and family experience.
Qualifications:
A Master’s degree in a health or business-related discipline is required.
Current registration in good standing with a regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professions Act.
Minimum 5 years of progressively senior clinical leadership experience in mental health and addictions, preferably within a multi-site or rural healthcare environment.
Demonstrated success leading complex clinical programs, including oversight of interdisciplinary teams and delivery of high-quality patient care.
Experience translating strategic priorities into measurable outcomes, practice changes, and sustained improvements in performance.
Proven ability to lead system transformation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, including fiscal and resource management across a diverse portfolio.
Strong knowledge of evidence-based mental health and addictions practices, with experience developing and sustaining clinical standards, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Experience working within, and contributing to, regional health system planning and integration (i.e. Ontario Health, community partnerships).
Strong analytical and data literacy skills, with the ability to use performance data to inform decision-making and drive accountability.
Experience fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams and leaders.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion and culturally safe, person-centred care.
Advanced skills in leadership, collaboration, negotiation, conflict resolution, with a track record of building effective relationships across teams, physicians, community partners, and system stakeholders.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, engage, and lead through change.
Proficiency with standard computer applications (i.e. MS Office).
Commitment to ongoing professional development.
Participation in the Hospital Administrator on-call rotation (evenings and weekends).
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Brightshores values diversity – in backgrounds and experiences. We foster and support a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Please notify Human Resources of any accommodation needs you may have during the recruitment and selection process. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Status: Permanent, Full-Time Management, Non-Union Salary Range: $140,903 - $167,002 annually Reason to Post: Direct Replacement
Summary
The Director, Mental Health & Addiction Services at Brightshores Health System provides strategic and operational leadership for a comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions program across Brightshores Health System. Accountable for program development, clinical quality, and service delivery, the Director leads a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services across multiple sites, including 45 inpatient hospital beds, diverse outpatient programs, and the Wellness and Recovery Centre (45 inpatient beds, outpatient programs). The Director ensures that services are integrated, accessible, and responsive to the needs of a growing and aging rural population, while leading within a complex, multi-site environment with varied funding models.
Working in close partnership with the Medical Director, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners, the Director ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed, and person-centred care. The role contributes to system transformation through strengthened partnerships, improved access and flow, and alignment with provincial, regional and local priorities.
As a key leader in advancing Brightshores’ strategic plan, the Director fosters a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role includes active participation in regional planning tables and collaboration with Ontario Health and community partners to support a more connected and sustainable rural health system.
The ideal candidate is a relational and strategic leader who builds strong partnerships both internally and externally. They demonstrate vision, resilience, and adaptability, and are skilled at leading teams through change. Committed to mentorship and leadership development, the Director supports high-performing teams and ensures an exceptional patient and family experience.
Qualifications:
A Master’s degree in a health or business-related discipline is required.
Current registration in good standing with a regulatory college under the Regulated Health Professions Act.
Minimum 5 years of progressively senior clinical leadership experience in mental health and addictions, preferably within a multi-site or rural healthcare environment.
Demonstrated success leading complex clinical programs, including oversight of interdisciplinary teams and delivery of high-quality patient care.
Experience translating strategic priorities into measurable outcomes, practice changes, and sustained improvements in performance.
Proven ability to lead system transformation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, including fiscal and resource management across a diverse portfolio.
Strong knowledge of evidence-based mental health and addictions practices, with experience developing and sustaining clinical standards, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Experience working within, and contributing to, regional health system planning and integration (i.e. Ontario Health, community partnerships).
Strong analytical and data literacy skills, with the ability to use performance data to inform decision-making and drive accountability.
Experience fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams and leaders.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion and culturally safe, person-centred care.
Advanced skills in leadership, collaboration, negotiation, conflict resolution, with a track record of building effective relationships across teams, physicians, community partners, and system stakeholders.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, engage, and lead through change.
Proficiency with standard computer applications (i.e. MS Office).
Commitment to ongoing professional development.
Participation in the Hospital Administrator on-call rotation (evenings and weekends).
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Brightshores values diversity – in backgrounds and experiences. We foster and support a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Please notify Human Resources of any accommodation needs you may have during the recruitment and selection process. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Promeus
Chief Communications and External Relations Officer
William Osler Health System (Osler), a fully integrated health system, is one of Ontario’s largest and most dynamic community teaching hospital systems, serving 1.3 million residents across one of the fastest-growing and most diverse regions in the province. Osler is comprised of three hospital sites: Brampton Civic Hospital, Etobicoke General Hospital, and the Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness, as well as a Reactivation Care Unit located at Humber River Hospital – Church Street Site, and a Withdrawal Management Centre in Brampton. With an annual budget of $950 million, Osler offers a wide range of health services, with high quality care, patient-centered care provided by skilled, professional, multidisciplinary teams. Osler has been named one of the Greater Toronto's Top Employers, and received national recognition for excellence in patient safety, including the CCHL Excellence in Patient Safety Award.
The Position
The Chief Communications and External Relations Officer (Chief) is a newly created executive leadership role responsible for providing strategic leadership across communications, government relations, stakeholder engagement, media relations, marketing, and external affairs. As a member of the Executive Team, the Chief will play an important role in strengthening organizational profile, advancing strategic priorities, and positioning Osler as a leading community teaching hospital and influential health system partner within Ontario’s evolving healthcare landscape.
The role requires a highly strategic leader who can operate effectively within a complex, high-profile, and fast-paced environment, while providing sound counsel on issues management, external positioning, advocacy, organizational reputation, and stakeholder engagement. The Chief will support key organizational priorities related to growth, redevelopment, academic expansion, system integration, and broader healthcare transformation, while fostering a coordinated and forward-looking approach to communications and external relations across the organization.
As a visible and engaged executive leader, the Chief will work closely with internal and external partners including government, healthcare system leaders, academic institutions, community organizations, and the Osler Foundation. The successful candidate will bring strong political acuity, sound judgment, and the ability to build credibility and alignment across a broad range of stakeholders and partners.
Key leadership priorities for the new Chief will be to:
Lead an integrated communications and external relations strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
Strengthen organizational profile and influence across government, healthcare, academic, and community partners.
Advance a clear and compelling organizational narrative that reflects Osler’s growth, academic evolution, and commitment to world-class care.
Advance modern communications, marketing, and engagement practices through digital innovation and emerging technologies.
Partner with the Osler Foundation to support a coordinated “one voice” approach to communications, brand, and community engagement.
Lead, mentor, and support a high-performing team while fostering a culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, responsiveness, innovation, and service excellence.
Experience
The ideal candidate brings progressive senior leadership experience across communications, government relations, stakeholder engagement, and external affairs within healthcare or similarly complex, multi-stakeholder environments. They have demonstrated success strengthening organizational profile, leading integrated communications strategies, and navigating complex and high-profile issues with sound judgment and political acuity. The successful candidate is a strategic and collaborative leader with strong relationship management skills and the ability to build credibility across government, healthcare, academic, community, and executive stakeholder groups.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume or query to Judy Mandelman or Heather at resumes@promeus.ca .
William Osler Health System and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers employment equity and diversity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.
Chief Communications and External Relations Officer
William Osler Health System (Osler), a fully integrated health system, is one of Ontario’s largest and most dynamic community teaching hospital systems, serving 1.3 million residents across one of the fastest-growing and most diverse regions in the province. Osler is comprised of three hospital sites: Brampton Civic Hospital, Etobicoke General Hospital, and the Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness, as well as a Reactivation Care Unit located at Humber River Hospital – Church Street Site, and a Withdrawal Management Centre in Brampton. With an annual budget of $950 million, Osler offers a wide range of health services, with high quality care, patient-centered care provided by skilled, professional, multidisciplinary teams. Osler has been named one of the Greater Toronto's Top Employers, and received national recognition for excellence in patient safety, including the CCHL Excellence in Patient Safety Award.
The Position
The Chief Communications and External Relations Officer (Chief) is a newly created executive leadership role responsible for providing strategic leadership across communications, government relations, stakeholder engagement, media relations, marketing, and external affairs. As a member of the Executive Team, the Chief will play an important role in strengthening organizational profile, advancing strategic priorities, and positioning Osler as a leading community teaching hospital and influential health system partner within Ontario’s evolving healthcare landscape.
The role requires a highly strategic leader who can operate effectively within a complex, high-profile, and fast-paced environment, while providing sound counsel on issues management, external positioning, advocacy, organizational reputation, and stakeholder engagement. The Chief will support key organizational priorities related to growth, redevelopment, academic expansion, system integration, and broader healthcare transformation, while fostering a coordinated and forward-looking approach to communications and external relations across the organization.
As a visible and engaged executive leader, the Chief will work closely with internal and external partners including government, healthcare system leaders, academic institutions, community organizations, and the Osler Foundation. The successful candidate will bring strong political acuity, sound judgment, and the ability to build credibility and alignment across a broad range of stakeholders and partners.
Key leadership priorities for the new Chief will be to:
Lead an integrated communications and external relations strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
Strengthen organizational profile and influence across government, healthcare, academic, and community partners.
Advance a clear and compelling organizational narrative that reflects Osler’s growth, academic evolution, and commitment to world-class care.
Advance modern communications, marketing, and engagement practices through digital innovation and emerging technologies.
Partner with the Osler Foundation to support a coordinated “one voice” approach to communications, brand, and community engagement.
Lead, mentor, and support a high-performing team while fostering a culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, responsiveness, innovation, and service excellence.
Experience
The ideal candidate brings progressive senior leadership experience across communications, government relations, stakeholder engagement, and external affairs within healthcare or similarly complex, multi-stakeholder environments. They have demonstrated success strengthening organizational profile, leading integrated communications strategies, and navigating complex and high-profile issues with sound judgment and political acuity. The successful candidate is a strategic and collaborative leader with strong relationship management skills and the ability to build credibility across government, healthcare, academic, community, and executive stakeholder groups.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume or query to Judy Mandelman or Heather at resumes@promeus.ca .
William Osler Health System and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers employment equity and diversity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.
Boyden
Lead the Future of Home and Community Care in Canada
For more than 125 years, VON Canada has been a trusted leader in home and community care, helping people live independently, safely, and with dignity in their homes and communities.
Through the dedication of its staff and volunteers, VON strengthens and eases the pressure on health systems, supports families and caregivers, and improves quality of life for thousands of Canadians each year. VON currently operates across Ontario and Nova Scotia, delivering nursing, personal support, home care, and community health services in more than 1,200 communities.
Today, VON is an innovator and trusted partner to governments, health system leaders, and community organizations. As demand grows and needs change, the organization is focused on practical innovation, strong operations, and care models that are integrated, patient centric, and built to last.
VON is now seeking an exceptional, caring, and high performing President & Chief Executive Officer to build on its success. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO will set clear strategic direction, embody and promote a culture of compassion, and lead a dedicated team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to the people and the communities VON serves. To this end, they will strengthen key partnerships, drive innovation in both the operations and delivery of care, champion sustainable growth, and enhance VON’s position at the forefront of health policy and integrated home and community care in Canada.
If you are energized by healthcare transformation and the opportunity to lead one of Canada’s largest and most important and cherished non-profit organization, we invite you to explore this exceptional leadership role. Visit boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/3227 to apply and contact Michael Naufal or Collin Ritch ( critch@boyden.com ) with any questions.
Lead the Future of Home and Community Care in Canada
For more than 125 years, VON Canada has been a trusted leader in home and community care, helping people live independently, safely, and with dignity in their homes and communities.
Through the dedication of its staff and volunteers, VON strengthens and eases the pressure on health systems, supports families and caregivers, and improves quality of life for thousands of Canadians each year. VON currently operates across Ontario and Nova Scotia, delivering nursing, personal support, home care, and community health services in more than 1,200 communities.
Today, VON is an innovator and trusted partner to governments, health system leaders, and community organizations. As demand grows and needs change, the organization is focused on practical innovation, strong operations, and care models that are integrated, patient centric, and built to last.
VON is now seeking an exceptional, caring, and high performing President & Chief Executive Officer to build on its success. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO will set clear strategic direction, embody and promote a culture of compassion, and lead a dedicated team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to the people and the communities VON serves. To this end, they will strengthen key partnerships, drive innovation in both the operations and delivery of care, champion sustainable growth, and enhance VON’s position at the forefront of health policy and integrated home and community care in Canada.
If you are energized by healthcare transformation and the opportunity to lead one of Canada’s largest and most important and cherished non-profit organization, we invite you to explore this exceptional leadership role. Visit boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/3227 to apply and contact Michael Naufal or Collin Ritch ( critch@boyden.com ) with any questions.
