Collingwood General and Marine Hospital
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Position: Director, Patient Services & Professional Practice (2026-183)
Reports To: Vice President Patient Services and CNE President
Join Our Inspired Team!
The Opportunity: We need a Director, Patient Services & Professional Practice, to join our senior leadership team !
In this key leadership role, you will provide oversight for the Emergency Department, Level 2 Intensive Care Unit, Respiratory Therapy, Inpatient Medical and Surgical Services, Rehabilitation, Quality, and Professional Practice. You will lead high-performing teams, foster clinical excellence, and ensure the delivery of safe, patient-centred care.
As we continue to advance our ambitious strategic plan, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in our community. Working closely with physicians, leaders, and staff across the organization, you will drive key initiatives that enhance quality, strengthen professional practice, and support exceptional patient experience.
With Accreditation 2027 on the horizon and establishing priorities together for 2026/2027, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. A key deliverable in the coming year will be the development and implementation of a Professional Practice Model.
This role joins a senior leadership team that is engaged in not only supporting today’s patient care and teams but is planning for Tomorrow’s Hospital.
Why Choose Us!
We invest in our Team. As the Director, Patient Services & Professional Practice, you will earn $66.03 - $84.27 an hour.
Beyond your hourly wage you will also enjoy:
Access to funding to support education that you want to pursue
Join or continue in HOOPP, a defined benefit contribution pension plan
Time away from work matters. This position would earn five weeks of vacation. You would also receive a week in lieu (37.5 hours) annually for completing on call.
Your health and wellness are important. We offer a full-some benefits package
As a leadership role you will have flexibility with your schedule, including the option for some remote work to support focused projects and tasks
As the successful applicant you will do the following as the Director:
Collaborate and set the priorities for patient services including expanding existing services and programs and meeting or exceeding wait time targets
Support the establishment and delivery on clinical priorities such as the Quality Improvement Plan
You will join our Senior Leadership Team to set directions and annual priorities. This will include being involved in hearing ideas at Directors Den, supporting operations and effective delivery of care, and joining the Hospital Development Steering Committee
Support Regional Partnerships and relationship building to enhance effective care
Review and determine effective models of care that are financially sustainable while maintaining quality care
In collaboration with partners, ensure that all core leadership responsibilities are successfully completed including engagement with financial oversight, contract management and performance coaching and management
What You’ll Bring
Required
A Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BScN) required
Minimum 5 years of applicable clinical experience in an acute care setting
Minimum of 5 years experience in a leadership role
Demonstrated ability to drive quality improvement and program initiatives
Proven ability to influence from a people centered lens with an education focus, data informed decision making to drive strategic priorities
Evidence of a relationship builder leading to effective relationships with physicians, frontline staff, and the leadership team
Demonstrated experience in successful change management
A desire to mentor and support the leaders with an emphasis on just culture, growth and continuous learning
Preferred
Masters Degree in related field
Experience with significant capital development
Certified Healthcare Executive
Values are at the Heart of Our Work
We are committed to our values:
Be Kind - fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and dignity in every interaction
Support Each Other - working together across all roles to uplift our team and our patients
Lead by Example - setting a standard of integrity, fairness, and professionalism
Keep Growing - embracing curiosity, innovation, and learning to adapt to future needs
Any successful candidate will need to live these values on a day to day basis. We have recently created a leadership values and a senior leadership values charter that we will share in the recruitment process.
Join Tomorrow’s Team Today: Shape the Future of Care in South Georgian Bay at CGMH!
Today CGMH is an 84-bed acute care hospital serving 74,000+ residents and 3.5M annual visitors. With a team of 1,200+ dedicated professionals, we deliver high-quality care across emergency, surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics, dialysis, diagnostics, mental health, and more.
Tomorrow’s Hospital is under Development and are working towards an opening day in 2033. Joining our team now means you have input on the Hospital’s design, workflows, and equipment. Learn more here .
Learn more about our Strategic Plan here .
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Position: Director, Patient Services & Professional Practice (2026-183)
Reports To: Vice President Patient Services and CNE President
Join Our Inspired Team!
The Opportunity: We need a Director, Patient Services & Professional Practice, to join our senior leadership team !
In this key leadership role, you will provide oversight for the Emergency Department, Level 2 Intensive Care Unit, Respiratory Therapy, Inpatient Medical and Surgical Services, Rehabilitation, Quality, and Professional Practice. You will lead high-performing teams, foster clinical excellence, and ensure the delivery of safe, patient-centred care.
As we continue to advance our ambitious strategic plan, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in our community. Working closely with physicians, leaders, and staff across the organization, you will drive key initiatives that enhance quality, strengthen professional practice, and support exceptional patient experience.
With Accreditation 2027 on the horizon and establishing priorities together for 2026/2027, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. A key deliverable in the coming year will be the development and implementation of a Professional Practice Model.
This role joins a senior leadership team that is engaged in not only supporting today’s patient care and teams but is planning for Tomorrow’s Hospital.
Why Choose Us!
We invest in our Team. As the Director, Patient Services & Professional Practice, you will earn $66.03 - $84.27 an hour.
Beyond your hourly wage you will also enjoy:
Access to funding to support education that you want to pursue
Join or continue in HOOPP, a defined benefit contribution pension plan
Time away from work matters. This position would earn five weeks of vacation. You would also receive a week in lieu (37.5 hours) annually for completing on call.
Your health and wellness are important. We offer a full-some benefits package
As a leadership role you will have flexibility with your schedule, including the option for some remote work to support focused projects and tasks
As the successful applicant you will do the following as the Director:
Collaborate and set the priorities for patient services including expanding existing services and programs and meeting or exceeding wait time targets
Support the establishment and delivery on clinical priorities such as the Quality Improvement Plan
You will join our Senior Leadership Team to set directions and annual priorities. This will include being involved in hearing ideas at Directors Den, supporting operations and effective delivery of care, and joining the Hospital Development Steering Committee
Support Regional Partnerships and relationship building to enhance effective care
Review and determine effective models of care that are financially sustainable while maintaining quality care
In collaboration with partners, ensure that all core leadership responsibilities are successfully completed including engagement with financial oversight, contract management and performance coaching and management
What You’ll Bring
Required
A Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BScN) required
Minimum 5 years of applicable clinical experience in an acute care setting
Minimum of 5 years experience in a leadership role
Demonstrated ability to drive quality improvement and program initiatives
Proven ability to influence from a people centered lens with an education focus, data informed decision making to drive strategic priorities
Evidence of a relationship builder leading to effective relationships with physicians, frontline staff, and the leadership team
Demonstrated experience in successful change management
A desire to mentor and support the leaders with an emphasis on just culture, growth and continuous learning
Preferred
Masters Degree in related field
Experience with significant capital development
Certified Healthcare Executive
Values are at the Heart of Our Work
We are committed to our values:
Be Kind - fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and dignity in every interaction
Support Each Other - working together across all roles to uplift our team and our patients
Lead by Example - setting a standard of integrity, fairness, and professionalism
Keep Growing - embracing curiosity, innovation, and learning to adapt to future needs
Any successful candidate will need to live these values on a day to day basis. We have recently created a leadership values and a senior leadership values charter that we will share in the recruitment process.
Join Tomorrow’s Team Today: Shape the Future of Care in South Georgian Bay at CGMH!
Today CGMH is an 84-bed acute care hospital serving 74,000+ residents and 3.5M annual visitors. With a team of 1,200+ dedicated professionals, we deliver high-quality care across emergency, surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics, dialysis, diagnostics, mental health, and more.
Tomorrow’s Hospital is under Development and are working towards an opening day in 2033. Joining our team now means you have input on the Hospital’s design, workflows, and equipment. Learn more here .
Learn more about our Strategic Plan here .
Brightshores Health System
Status: Permanent, Full-Time Management, Non-Union Salary Range: $144,073 - $170,760 annually Reason to Post: Direct Replacement
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director, Facilities Management provides strategic and operational leadership for Brightshores Health System’s facilities infrastructure portfolio across six hospitals and the Wellness Centre. The role leads two integrated areas: major capital infrastructure planning and project delivery, including space planning and relocations; and multi-site plant operations and maintenance, including asset stewardship, sustainability, long-range renewal and preventive maintenance.
The Director builds a responsive, customer-focused service culture, communicates effectively with clinical and corporate partners, and directs a combination of internal teams, consultants, contractors and service providers to maintain safe, reliable and compliant healthcare environments.
QUALIFICATIONS
Undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, facilities management or a related discipline; a relevant professional designation or license in Ontario is preferred.
Minimum of ten years of progressive leadership experience in complex facilities, infrastructure, engineering or capital project environments, including significant responsibility for both project delivery and plant operations.
Demonstrated success leading multi-million-dollar capital projects from planning and approvals through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and close-out; healthcare experience is strongly preferred.
Formal education or advanced training in project management, facilities management, engineering or construction management; Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is strongly preferred.
Proven ability to establish project management governance, policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, controls, reporting and performance measures.
Experience leading multi-site plant operations, asset management, preventive maintenance, lifecycle planning, utilities, building automation, emergency response and service contracts in a complex, continuously operating environment.
Experience with space planning, relocations, facility-condition assessment, infrastructure renewal planning, sustainability and energy-management initiatives.
Strong financial and commercial acumen, including capital and operating budgets, forecasting, procurement, contract management, risk management and change control.
Knowledge of healthcare facility requirements, relevant legislation, building and fire codes, occupational health and safety, construction infection prevention and control, accreditation expectations and applicable technical standards.
Knowledge of Ontario’s healthcare system and capital approval and funding environment is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and external professionals, build accountability, manage competing priorities and deliver results in a complex stakeholder environment.
Demonstrated experience in performance management, coaching and mentoring, including setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, addressing performance issues, developing leaders and supporting succession planning.
Strong customer-service orientation with a record of building trusted relationships and communicating clearly, proactively and respectfully with staff, physicians, senior leaders, the Board, consultants, contractors, government partners and community stakeholders.
Excellent facilitation, presentation, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement; experience with Lean or an equivalent improvement methodology is an asset.
Available to participate in the Hospital Administrator On-Call rotation and to respond to significant facilities events outside regular hours, as required.
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel among Brightshores sites.
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records
Demonstrate, promote and encourage Brightshores’ values – We Show Up for Each Other, We Are Trusted to Act, We Create Solutions Together, We Strive for Better, We Share Accountability
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
Comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and regulations, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
ABOUT BRIGHTSHORES HEALTH SYSTEM
Welcome to Brightshores Health System. We operate six hospitals in the Grey Bruce region. Our mission is to build healthier communities one patient at a time. We have 2,100 dedicated and compassionate staff and over 250 physicians who work together delivering excellent patient care to residents and visitors across Grey Bruce. Our Regional Hospital in Owen Sound is the largest of our sites, and offers a full range of specialty services, including complex surgeries, total joint replacements, cancer surgeries, MRI and CT diagnostic services. Across the six hospitals, we have more than 100,000 patient visits per year. Our rural hospitals in Lion’s Head, Markdale, Meaford, Southampton and Wiarton offer a wide range of primary and ambulatory care services and all have 24/7 Emergency departments, lab and x-ray.
How to Apply
In order to be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources department. Please quote applicable competition number on your application.
CONTACT INFORMATION
E | careers@brightshores.ca
T | 519-376-2121 ext. 2014
F | 519-372-3949
Website: www.brightshores.ca
Status: Permanent, Full-Time Management, Non-Union Salary Range: $144,073 - $170,760 annually Reason to Post: Direct Replacement
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director, Facilities Management provides strategic and operational leadership for Brightshores Health System’s facilities infrastructure portfolio across six hospitals and the Wellness Centre. The role leads two integrated areas: major capital infrastructure planning and project delivery, including space planning and relocations; and multi-site plant operations and maintenance, including asset stewardship, sustainability, long-range renewal and preventive maintenance.
The Director builds a responsive, customer-focused service culture, communicates effectively with clinical and corporate partners, and directs a combination of internal teams, consultants, contractors and service providers to maintain safe, reliable and compliant healthcare environments.
QUALIFICATIONS
Undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, facilities management or a related discipline; a relevant professional designation or license in Ontario is preferred.
Minimum of ten years of progressive leadership experience in complex facilities, infrastructure, engineering or capital project environments, including significant responsibility for both project delivery and plant operations.
Demonstrated success leading multi-million-dollar capital projects from planning and approvals through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and close-out; healthcare experience is strongly preferred.
Formal education or advanced training in project management, facilities management, engineering or construction management; Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is strongly preferred.
Proven ability to establish project management governance, policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, controls, reporting and performance measures.
Experience leading multi-site plant operations, asset management, preventive maintenance, lifecycle planning, utilities, building automation, emergency response and service contracts in a complex, continuously operating environment.
Experience with space planning, relocations, facility-condition assessment, infrastructure renewal planning, sustainability and energy-management initiatives.
Strong financial and commercial acumen, including capital and operating budgets, forecasting, procurement, contract management, risk management and change control.
Knowledge of healthcare facility requirements, relevant legislation, building and fire codes, occupational health and safety, construction infection prevention and control, accreditation expectations and applicable technical standards.
Knowledge of Ontario’s healthcare system and capital approval and funding environment is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and external professionals, build accountability, manage competing priorities and deliver results in a complex stakeholder environment.
Demonstrated experience in performance management, coaching and mentoring, including setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, addressing performance issues, developing leaders and supporting succession planning.
Strong customer-service orientation with a record of building trusted relationships and communicating clearly, proactively and respectfully with staff, physicians, senior leaders, the Board, consultants, contractors, government partners and community stakeholders.
Excellent facilitation, presentation, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement; experience with Lean or an equivalent improvement methodology is an asset.
Available to participate in the Hospital Administrator On-Call rotation and to respond to significant facilities events outside regular hours, as required.
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel among Brightshores sites.
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records
Demonstrate, promote and encourage Brightshores’ values – We Show Up for Each Other, We Are Trusted to Act, We Create Solutions Together, We Strive for Better, We Share Accountability
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
Comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and regulations, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
ABOUT BRIGHTSHORES HEALTH SYSTEM
Welcome to Brightshores Health System. We operate six hospitals in the Grey Bruce region. Our mission is to build healthier communities one patient at a time. We have 2,100 dedicated and compassionate staff and over 250 physicians who work together delivering excellent patient care to residents and visitors across Grey Bruce. Our Regional Hospital in Owen Sound is the largest of our sites, and offers a full range of specialty services, including complex surgeries, total joint replacements, cancer surgeries, MRI and CT diagnostic services. Across the six hospitals, we have more than 100,000 patient visits per year. Our rural hospitals in Lion’s Head, Markdale, Meaford, Southampton and Wiarton offer a wide range of primary and ambulatory care services and all have 24/7 Emergency departments, lab and x-ray.
How to Apply
In order to be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources department. Please quote applicable competition number on your application.
CONTACT INFORMATION
E | careers@brightshores.ca
T | 519-376-2121 ext. 2014
F | 519-372-3949
Website: www.brightshores.ca
Waterloo Regional Health Network
Overview
The Chief of the Department has the primary responsibility for organizing and overseeing the medical care within the Emergency Department, including physician credentialing and privileges, individual performance evaluation and discipline. The Chief of Department position will be open to active medical staff members within the Emergency Medicine department, and external applicants eligible for credentialing as active medical staff.
The Chief will be expected to maintain a clinical practice in Emergency Medicine at WRHN.
Position Summary and Accountabilities
This is a senior medical position in the Department of Emergency Medicine. The position will be appointed by the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network. The Chief of the Department, through the Chief of Staff, is responsible to the Board for the quality of medical care provided to patients by the members of the Department.
The Chief of the Department is accountable to the Chief of Staff as well as to the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network.
The Chief of the Department will:
Be a member of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) and its’ subcommittees as required.
Hold at least ten (10) monthly departmental meetings in each year and ensure minutes are made available to the MAC through the Chief of Staff Office.
Fulfill the functions and responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the principles and expectations described within the Public Hospitals Act and the Hospital’s Bylaws.
Act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the hospital.
Provide leadership to the members of the department in the establishment of an interdisciplinary approach to patient-centered care.
Collaborate with the representatives of other disciplines and other medical departments to create an environment that promotes commitment to evidence based practices and improved patient outcomes.
Collaborate with the Medical Directors on matters pertaining to the overall operation of the department.
Perform such additional duties as may be outlined from time to time.
M edical Staff
Oversee and supervise the professional care provided by the medical staff within the department and advise the Chief of Staff and the CEO of the Hospital of any patient who is not receiving appropriate treatment and care.
Foster an environment that supports patient-focused health care and the implementation of a knowledge-based culture to support enhanced patient services.
Participate in the orientation of new medical staff.
Collaborate with the hospitals regarding physician complaints.
Participate in review of privileges and performance evaluations for departmental medical staff.
Promote and foster the academic and professional development of department members including establishing and implementing formal weekly educational rounds.
Responsible for discipline of departmental members in regard to matters of patient care, cooperation with hospital employees, and documentation of care.
Promote a work environment that facilitates the recruitment and retention of staff.
Qualifications
Member of the Active Medical Staff.
Demonstrated clinical competence and excellent judgment and maintain respect of their peers of their specialty and others.
Demonstrates an appropriate understanding of the purpose and functions of the medical staff organization and its structure.
Committed to high quality patient care.
Possess leadership ability, including objectivity, maturity, self-confidence, and a willingness to approach problems with honesty and integrity.
Quality
Along with the Chief of Staff advise the Medical Advisory Committee with respect to quality of care and patient care issues.
Ensure compliance with Hospital’s policies, objectives and rules.
Encourage the constant improvement of departmental and programmatic clinical standards and service.
Develop strategies to promote clinical efficiency and effective resource utilization within the Program.
Collaborate with the Medical Director(s) to monitor, analyze, and evaluate aspects of quality, and risk within the Department and implement changes that promote high-quality patient outcomes through best clinical practices.
Support and collaborate with, regional and provincial emergency medical service initiatives that are consistent with the WRHN strategic direction.
Term of Office
The appointment of a Chief of a Department shall be for three (3) to five (5) years. The Chief of a Department shall continue to hold office until a successor is appointed. The Board of Directors will appoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee and the Selection Committee.
The Chief of a Department may be re-appointed to a second three (3) to five (5) year term. The Board of Directors will reappoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee, as proposed by the Chief of Staff. To inform their recommendation, the Chief of Staff will utilize the Department Chief performance evaluation process.
After the completion of two (2) consecutive terms, the position of Department Chief will be opened. Interested candidates will be interviewed by a Selection Committee, and the outgoing Department Chief is welcome to re-apply.
Performance Evaluation
The Chief of Department will meet with the Chief of Staff to establish performance goals and key deliverables for the role based on the specific needs of the Department. They will continue to meet on an ongoing basis at mutually agreed upon times to discuss ongoing needs, concerns and progress in achieving performance goals and key deliverables.
The Chief of Department will also meet with their direct reports ex. division leads at mutually agreed upon times to discuss performance goals and responsibilities at the division level and ways in which the Chief can help to support key objectives.
At the end of each three-year term, a 360° performance appraisal of the of a Department shall be conducted. It shall include evaluations done by the Chief of Staff, VP Medical and Academic Affairs, Clinical VP, Clinical Director, Peers and Self.
The Chief of Staff will use the feedback received through the mandated touchpoints and the performance appraisals to inform their decision on whether or not to recommend the reappointment of a Chief.
Position Commitment
2 days/week
Overview
The Chief of the Department has the primary responsibility for organizing and overseeing the medical care within the Emergency Department, including physician credentialing and privileges, individual performance evaluation and discipline. The Chief of Department position will be open to active medical staff members within the Emergency Medicine department, and external applicants eligible for credentialing as active medical staff.
The Chief will be expected to maintain a clinical practice in Emergency Medicine at WRHN.
Position Summary and Accountabilities
This is a senior medical position in the Department of Emergency Medicine. The position will be appointed by the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network. The Chief of the Department, through the Chief of Staff, is responsible to the Board for the quality of medical care provided to patients by the members of the Department.
The Chief of the Department is accountable to the Chief of Staff as well as to the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network.
The Chief of the Department will:
Be a member of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) and its’ subcommittees as required.
Hold at least ten (10) monthly departmental meetings in each year and ensure minutes are made available to the MAC through the Chief of Staff Office.
Fulfill the functions and responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the principles and expectations described within the Public Hospitals Act and the Hospital’s Bylaws.
Act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the hospital.
Provide leadership to the members of the department in the establishment of an interdisciplinary approach to patient-centered care.
Collaborate with the representatives of other disciplines and other medical departments to create an environment that promotes commitment to evidence based practices and improved patient outcomes.
Collaborate with the Medical Directors on matters pertaining to the overall operation of the department.
Perform such additional duties as may be outlined from time to time.
M edical Staff
Oversee and supervise the professional care provided by the medical staff within the department and advise the Chief of Staff and the CEO of the Hospital of any patient who is not receiving appropriate treatment and care.
Foster an environment that supports patient-focused health care and the implementation of a knowledge-based culture to support enhanced patient services.
Participate in the orientation of new medical staff.
Collaborate with the hospitals regarding physician complaints.
Participate in review of privileges and performance evaluations for departmental medical staff.
Promote and foster the academic and professional development of department members including establishing and implementing formal weekly educational rounds.
Responsible for discipline of departmental members in regard to matters of patient care, cooperation with hospital employees, and documentation of care.
Promote a work environment that facilitates the recruitment and retention of staff.
Qualifications
Member of the Active Medical Staff.
Demonstrated clinical competence and excellent judgment and maintain respect of their peers of their specialty and others.
Demonstrates an appropriate understanding of the purpose and functions of the medical staff organization and its structure.
Committed to high quality patient care.
Possess leadership ability, including objectivity, maturity, self-confidence, and a willingness to approach problems with honesty and integrity.
Quality
Along with the Chief of Staff advise the Medical Advisory Committee with respect to quality of care and patient care issues.
Ensure compliance with Hospital’s policies, objectives and rules.
Encourage the constant improvement of departmental and programmatic clinical standards and service.
Develop strategies to promote clinical efficiency and effective resource utilization within the Program.
Collaborate with the Medical Director(s) to monitor, analyze, and evaluate aspects of quality, and risk within the Department and implement changes that promote high-quality patient outcomes through best clinical practices.
Support and collaborate with, regional and provincial emergency medical service initiatives that are consistent with the WRHN strategic direction.
Term of Office
The appointment of a Chief of a Department shall be for three (3) to five (5) years. The Chief of a Department shall continue to hold office until a successor is appointed. The Board of Directors will appoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee and the Selection Committee.
The Chief of a Department may be re-appointed to a second three (3) to five (5) year term. The Board of Directors will reappoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee, as proposed by the Chief of Staff. To inform their recommendation, the Chief of Staff will utilize the Department Chief performance evaluation process.
After the completion of two (2) consecutive terms, the position of Department Chief will be opened. Interested candidates will be interviewed by a Selection Committee, and the outgoing Department Chief is welcome to re-apply.
Performance Evaluation
The Chief of Department will meet with the Chief of Staff to establish performance goals and key deliverables for the role based on the specific needs of the Department. They will continue to meet on an ongoing basis at mutually agreed upon times to discuss ongoing needs, concerns and progress in achieving performance goals and key deliverables.
The Chief of Department will also meet with their direct reports ex. division leads at mutually agreed upon times to discuss performance goals and responsibilities at the division level and ways in which the Chief can help to support key objectives.
At the end of each three-year term, a 360° performance appraisal of the of a Department shall be conducted. It shall include evaluations done by the Chief of Staff, VP Medical and Academic Affairs, Clinical VP, Clinical Director, Peers and Self.
The Chief of Staff will use the feedback received through the mandated touchpoints and the performance appraisals to inform their decision on whether or not to recommend the reappointment of a Chief.
Position Commitment
2 days/week
Legacy Partners - Halton Hills Family Health Team
The Halton Hills Family Health Team (HHFHT) is one of 184 family health teams across the province working towards a vision that all Ontarians will have timely access to high-quality, comprehensive team-based primary care in their local community. The Halton Hills Family Health Team is a team of interdisciplinary healthcare professionals and support staff who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care services to help the patient population served to live healthy lives, prevent disease, and manage chronic illness. The team includes doctors, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, mental health workers, dietitians, health educator, pharmacist and a psychologist, who provide services to approximately 25,000 patients across Georgetown operating out of seven separate locations.
HHFHT is funded by the Ministry of Health and works collaboratively with Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team on strategic initiatives to improve access to care and support greater integration of services. HHFHT is also the transfer payment agency for the expansion of the Interprofessional Care Team across Halton Hills.
HHFHT partners with the physicians and administrative team of the Halton Hills Family Health Organization to serve both rostered and non-rostered patients of FHO physicians. Together, they provide high-quality, accessible, and timely care across a comprehensive range of services. HHFHT is also committed to advancing best clinical practices and supporting the education and training of family medicine residents.
The current Executive Director (ED) has recently retired after an accomplished tenure of nineteen years in the ED role. The Board is seeking to recruit a passionate and collaborative leader who will support the Board in developing the strategic direction for HHFHT and provide administrative leadership and day-to-day management for the organization. Reporting directly to the Board and leading the allied health team, the Executive Director will provide administrative leadership and day-to-day operations management and will communicate the importance of the organization’s mission to the public, government, and strategic partners across the healthcare community.
As an inspirational and inclusive organizational leader, the ED will create a cohesive and unified team across the organization and bring highly visible leadership credentials and exceptional communication and relationship building skills to the role. As a strategic thinker, the ED will have a good understanding of the current and future needs of primary care and system integration and the challenges related to the increasing diversity of the communities served and be a strong advocate for family medicine and interprofessional care. As an accomplished consensus builder and collaborator, the ED will build strong partnerships and strategic alliances with other primary care providers, hospitals, and community partners.
The ED will have a successful track record of five (5) or more years at the senior management level in
health or public administration ideally within an integrated healthcare delivery model or primary care environment, and hold a graduate degree in health sciences, health or business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The ED will possess excellent communications, public relations and interpersonal skills as well as being able to demonstrate strong analytical and conceptual skills and an acumen for quality improvement. This includes broad base experience dealing with business, finance, information technology and human resources. The ED will be an accomplished team builder and team leader who can bring out the best in all members of the team and foster a culture of success through teamwork. The ED will also bring strong governance experience, collaborating with and reporting to a Board of Directors. Above all, the ED will be an individual who has a passion for excellence in the provision of high-quality accessible primary care for all patients and families. The compensation range for this role is $100,000 to $125,000.
The closing date is November 13, 2026. To express your interest in this exciting leadership position and to obtain a Position Profile, please contact Tony Woolgar, Senior Partner and Head of National Healthcare Leadership Practice at 416 902 2974 or forward your resume, in complete confidence, to tony.woolgar@lesp.ca . To learn more about the Halton Hills Family Health Team please visit their web site at https://www.haltonhillsfht.com.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not being used to screen, assess or select applicants at any point in the recruitment process.
This posting is for the purpose of filling an existing vacancy.
The HHFHT is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes all interested qualified applicants. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
The Halton Hills Family Health Team (HHFHT) is one of 184 family health teams across the province working towards a vision that all Ontarians will have timely access to high-quality, comprehensive team-based primary care in their local community. The Halton Hills Family Health Team is a team of interdisciplinary healthcare professionals and support staff who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care services to help the patient population served to live healthy lives, prevent disease, and manage chronic illness. The team includes doctors, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, mental health workers, dietitians, health educator, pharmacist and a psychologist, who provide services to approximately 25,000 patients across Georgetown operating out of seven separate locations.
HHFHT is funded by the Ministry of Health and works collaboratively with Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team on strategic initiatives to improve access to care and support greater integration of services. HHFHT is also the transfer payment agency for the expansion of the Interprofessional Care Team across Halton Hills.
HHFHT partners with the physicians and administrative team of the Halton Hills Family Health Organization to serve both rostered and non-rostered patients of FHO physicians. Together, they provide high-quality, accessible, and timely care across a comprehensive range of services. HHFHT is also committed to advancing best clinical practices and supporting the education and training of family medicine residents.
The current Executive Director (ED) has recently retired after an accomplished tenure of nineteen years in the ED role. The Board is seeking to recruit a passionate and collaborative leader who will support the Board in developing the strategic direction for HHFHT and provide administrative leadership and day-to-day management for the organization. Reporting directly to the Board and leading the allied health team, the Executive Director will provide administrative leadership and day-to-day operations management and will communicate the importance of the organization’s mission to the public, government, and strategic partners across the healthcare community.
As an inspirational and inclusive organizational leader, the ED will create a cohesive and unified team across the organization and bring highly visible leadership credentials and exceptional communication and relationship building skills to the role. As a strategic thinker, the ED will have a good understanding of the current and future needs of primary care and system integration and the challenges related to the increasing diversity of the communities served and be a strong advocate for family medicine and interprofessional care. As an accomplished consensus builder and collaborator, the ED will build strong partnerships and strategic alliances with other primary care providers, hospitals, and community partners.
The ED will have a successful track record of five (5) or more years at the senior management level in
health or public administration ideally within an integrated healthcare delivery model or primary care environment, and hold a graduate degree in health sciences, health or business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The ED will possess excellent communications, public relations and interpersonal skills as well as being able to demonstrate strong analytical and conceptual skills and an acumen for quality improvement. This includes broad base experience dealing with business, finance, information technology and human resources. The ED will be an accomplished team builder and team leader who can bring out the best in all members of the team and foster a culture of success through teamwork. The ED will also bring strong governance experience, collaborating with and reporting to a Board of Directors. Above all, the ED will be an individual who has a passion for excellence in the provision of high-quality accessible primary care for all patients and families. The compensation range for this role is $100,000 to $125,000.
The closing date is November 13, 2026. To express your interest in this exciting leadership position and to obtain a Position Profile, please contact Tony Woolgar, Senior Partner and Head of National Healthcare Leadership Practice at 416 902 2974 or forward your resume, in complete confidence, to tony.woolgar@lesp.ca . To learn more about the Halton Hills Family Health Team please visit their web site at https://www.haltonhillsfht.com.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not being used to screen, assess or select applicants at any point in the recruitment process.
This posting is for the purpose of filling an existing vacancy.
The HHFHT is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes all interested qualified applicants. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
