Mirams Becker
Chief Laboratory Science and Operations Officer
Public Health Ontario
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Laboratory Science and Operations Officer will provide executive and scientific leadership, strategic direction and accountability for the planning and priorities of the laboratory science and operations portfolio including quality, medical and clinical oversight and decision-making for public health and reference microbiology programs and service delivery at Public Health Ontario (PHO), setting and delivering on the PHO microbiology research agenda, leadership of the laboratory infrastructure and bio-safety programs, and clinical services at (PHO) central and regional laboratory sites.
Key Accountabilities
Be a strategic leader, specialist, advisor, and thinker across the organization to drive sound, innovative, scientific, research and technical support programs in the areas of laboratory science, operations and laboratory infrastructure, safety and service, which are integrated with clinical, research and public health initiatives across PHO.
Lead PHOs microbiology and laboratory science including support to Ontario’s public health system, health promotion intermediaries, and partner ministries through knowledge generation, synthesis and evaluation, exchange and dissemination, capacity building, and the timely delivery of relevant, high-quality knowledge products and services.
Serve as the Laboratory Director under O. Reg. 45/22 of the Laboratory and Specimen Collection Centre Licensing Act, providing oversight for laboratory compliance with applicable legislation, PHO and government policies, standards, rules and ensuring required quality and biosafety programs and accreditations are maintained.
Provide strategic executive leadership in the delivery of a range of laboratory services across Ontario and all aspects of laboratory infrastructure, biosafety and services including the provision of clinical and environmental testing, consultation, technical and customer service support, education and training programs for laboratory professionals and evaluation of new laboratory technologies and methodologies, quality assurance/management, performance monitoring and reporting, technical validation, supply chain, logistics and warehousing, biosafety, biological waste.
Provide and foster strategic and high-quality medical and clinical leadership to public health laboratory programs, including medical advisory specialty and reference services, and identifies or anticipates potential public health threats; drives the development, dissemination, delivery and evaluation of a range of initiatives including laboratory educational and professional development programs, quality assurance, best practices, tools, protocols, guidelines and resources to support and build capacity across the health system.
Provide expertise and advice in ensuring the development and implementation of quality standards and of new/revised province-wide laboratory standards and guidelines to support the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of disease and to aid in the protection, promotion, and maintenance of public health.
Oversee the development of laboratory program-specific research priorities, promotes and supports research grant applications and identifies and nurtures new projects that fit PHO’s mandate.
Provide strategic executive support to PHO’s laboratory research and related scientific and technical work related to the PHO mandate at a level consistent with an internationally recognized scientist, including through partnerships with academic and public health organizations at Provincial, National and International levels, peer-reviewed scientific publications, and participation in Provincial, National, and International Advisory and Expert Committees.
Provide authoritative medical/clinical advice and consultation with respect to laboratory aspects of disease outbreaks and serves as the executive lead for the laboratory science component of response to an emergency, pursuant to PHO’s role to support Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health.
Act as a strategic partner to the President and Chief Executive Officer and Executive counterparts, to define, action and model the agency’s vision, mission and values and actively contribute to developing and articulating a vision for PHO’s role in the public health sector.
Lead the development of portfolio budgetary strategies and implements strategic investment decisions that are effective and aligned with the agency’s vision/mission.
Provide executive leadership in establishing accountability standards, risk and quality management systems that track the portfolio and agency’s effectiveness and impact and ensures risk mitigation strategies are developed and implemented.
Ensure adherence to government directives, policies, and standards, rules, in conjunction with the President and Chief Executive Officer and Executive colleagues.
Develop collaborative partnerships with other public and private sector organizations and maintain strong working relationships with senior government officials, health system leaders and academia to advance PHO’s agenda.
Work with peers inside and outside the organization to advance and promote a one-PHO culture and the LEADS model for effective leadership in the modern Canadian health environment and all levels of the health system.
Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other members of a senior leadership team to develop overall business strategies and build agreement on laboratory science and operations strategy and tactics.
Highly effective presentation and facilitation skills, capable of conveying sophisticated concepts and processes into clear language—both verbally and in writing.
Success with continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in improved operational performance.
Demonstrated understanding of/competence working with culturally diverse populations.
Ability to build appropriate rapport using tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
Ability to manage competing priorities while remaining competent in strategic thinking and systematic planning.
Proven ability to resolve complex problems impacting people, processes, and programs.
Education and Experience
A minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in a highly specialized and complex scientific laboratory environment with formal scientific or public health professional training at a postgraduate level, and at least 5 years of experience at the executive level.
Membership with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in medical microbiology or a relevant branch of laboratory medicine, OR a person who has obtained an academic doctorate (PhD) in clinical microbiology from an accredited university and is certified by the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry, the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists or the Canadian College of Microbiologists in a branch of laboratory medicine.
Formal training and experience as a practicing Public Health physician is preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates who also possess an MBA or MHA from a recognized and accredited college or university.
Eligible for an academic appointment at an Ontario University at the rank of Associate Professor or higher.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/pho-chief-laboratory-science-and-operations-officer . For additional information contact Penny Mirams at 647-395-0176.
Public Health Ontario and Mirams Becker are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace; we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. Public Health Ontario is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bonafide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.
Chief Laboratory Science and Operations Officer
Public Health Ontario
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Laboratory Science and Operations Officer will provide executive and scientific leadership, strategic direction and accountability for the planning and priorities of the laboratory science and operations portfolio including quality, medical and clinical oversight and decision-making for public health and reference microbiology programs and service delivery at Public Health Ontario (PHO), setting and delivering on the PHO microbiology research agenda, leadership of the laboratory infrastructure and bio-safety programs, and clinical services at (PHO) central and regional laboratory sites.
Key Accountabilities
Be a strategic leader, specialist, advisor, and thinker across the organization to drive sound, innovative, scientific, research and technical support programs in the areas of laboratory science, operations and laboratory infrastructure, safety and service, which are integrated with clinical, research and public health initiatives across PHO.
Lead PHOs microbiology and laboratory science including support to Ontario’s public health system, health promotion intermediaries, and partner ministries through knowledge generation, synthesis and evaluation, exchange and dissemination, capacity building, and the timely delivery of relevant, high-quality knowledge products and services.
Serve as the Laboratory Director under O. Reg. 45/22 of the Laboratory and Specimen Collection Centre Licensing Act, providing oversight for laboratory compliance with applicable legislation, PHO and government policies, standards, rules and ensuring required quality and biosafety programs and accreditations are maintained.
Provide strategic executive leadership in the delivery of a range of laboratory services across Ontario and all aspects of laboratory infrastructure, biosafety and services including the provision of clinical and environmental testing, consultation, technical and customer service support, education and training programs for laboratory professionals and evaluation of new laboratory technologies and methodologies, quality assurance/management, performance monitoring and reporting, technical validation, supply chain, logistics and warehousing, biosafety, biological waste.
Provide and foster strategic and high-quality medical and clinical leadership to public health laboratory programs, including medical advisory specialty and reference services, and identifies or anticipates potential public health threats; drives the development, dissemination, delivery and evaluation of a range of initiatives including laboratory educational and professional development programs, quality assurance, best practices, tools, protocols, guidelines and resources to support and build capacity across the health system.
Provide expertise and advice in ensuring the development and implementation of quality standards and of new/revised province-wide laboratory standards and guidelines to support the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of disease and to aid in the protection, promotion, and maintenance of public health.
Oversee the development of laboratory program-specific research priorities, promotes and supports research grant applications and identifies and nurtures new projects that fit PHO’s mandate.
Provide strategic executive support to PHO’s laboratory research and related scientific and technical work related to the PHO mandate at a level consistent with an internationally recognized scientist, including through partnerships with academic and public health organizations at Provincial, National and International levels, peer-reviewed scientific publications, and participation in Provincial, National, and International Advisory and Expert Committees.
Provide authoritative medical/clinical advice and consultation with respect to laboratory aspects of disease outbreaks and serves as the executive lead for the laboratory science component of response to an emergency, pursuant to PHO’s role to support Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health.
Act as a strategic partner to the President and Chief Executive Officer and Executive counterparts, to define, action and model the agency’s vision, mission and values and actively contribute to developing and articulating a vision for PHO’s role in the public health sector.
Lead the development of portfolio budgetary strategies and implements strategic investment decisions that are effective and aligned with the agency’s vision/mission.
Provide executive leadership in establishing accountability standards, risk and quality management systems that track the portfolio and agency’s effectiveness and impact and ensures risk mitigation strategies are developed and implemented.
Ensure adherence to government directives, policies, and standards, rules, in conjunction with the President and Chief Executive Officer and Executive colleagues.
Develop collaborative partnerships with other public and private sector organizations and maintain strong working relationships with senior government officials, health system leaders and academia to advance PHO’s agenda.
Work with peers inside and outside the organization to advance and promote a one-PHO culture and the LEADS model for effective leadership in the modern Canadian health environment and all levels of the health system.
Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other members of a senior leadership team to develop overall business strategies and build agreement on laboratory science and operations strategy and tactics.
Highly effective presentation and facilitation skills, capable of conveying sophisticated concepts and processes into clear language—both verbally and in writing.
Success with continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in improved operational performance.
Demonstrated understanding of/competence working with culturally diverse populations.
Ability to build appropriate rapport using tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
Ability to manage competing priorities while remaining competent in strategic thinking and systematic planning.
Proven ability to resolve complex problems impacting people, processes, and programs.
Education and Experience
A minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in a highly specialized and complex scientific laboratory environment with formal scientific or public health professional training at a postgraduate level, and at least 5 years of experience at the executive level.
Membership with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario and certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in medical microbiology or a relevant branch of laboratory medicine, OR a person who has obtained an academic doctorate (PhD) in clinical microbiology from an accredited university and is certified by the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry, the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists or the Canadian College of Microbiologists in a branch of laboratory medicine.
Formal training and experience as a practicing Public Health physician is preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates who also possess an MBA or MHA from a recognized and accredited college or university.
Eligible for an academic appointment at an Ontario University at the rank of Associate Professor or higher.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/pho-chief-laboratory-science-and-operations-officer . For additional information contact Penny Mirams at 647-395-0176.
Public Health Ontario and Mirams Becker are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace; we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. Public Health Ontario is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bonafide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.
Boyden
(Le texte français suit)
Location: Moncton, NB
Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada.
Medavie Health Services New Brunswick, a subsidiary of Medavie Health Services, is an integrated, service-led primary health care organization, responsible for the optimal operation and management of Ambulance New Brunswick (ANB), the Extra-Mural Program and NB Health Link in the Province of New Brunswick. Working closely with the New Brunswick Department of Health, the regional health authorities, and numerous other health care stakeholders, Medavie Health Services New Brunswick (MHS NB) is excited to continue building a healthier New Brunswick together by providing exemplary, highly coordinated primary health care to New Brunswickers in the right place, from the right provider, at the right time.
Due to a retirement, Medavie Health Services New Brunswick is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead the organization. Reporting to the President of Medavie Health Services, the Chief Operating Officer for MHS NB is responsible for providing strategic leadership and assuming responsibility for the overall operational and financial management of the organization to further its mission. The COO is responsible for cultivating a results driven organization and instilling a culture of innovation and service excellence. Critically, the COO will be tasked with developing and nurturing strong collaborative relationships with all employees and local, regional, and provincial partners. Above all, the COO will drive the successful ongoing execution of the MHS strategy by enabling a culture of high quality, patient focused care, inclusiveness, strong fiscal management, accountability for results and continuous innovation. In doing so, the successful candidate will ensure that strategies, plans, and practices are aligned with organizational goals and the Province’s objectives to form seamlessly integrated clinical care pathways that effectively serve all the health needs of the population.
As the ideal candidate, you will have a proven track record as a high performing operational executive within the broader health sector, preferably with experience in integrating operations, programs, and clinicians in delivering wholistic patient-centric care. Your operational experience is complimented by a solid understanding of the framework for healthcare planning and delivery in New Brunswick along with a demonstrated ability to build strong, trusted relationships with multiple stakeholders with diverse interests. Above all you bring a passion for building a patient centric organization that places the patient and their caregiver’s needs as the foundation for any service or program design. Please note that the successful candidate must be functional in both official languages of the Province of New Brunswick.
To learn more or to apply for this position, please submit your application and related materials to ryoung@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.
Medavie Health Services New Brunswick is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
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Chef de l’exploitation
Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick
Lieu : Moncton (N.-B.)
Services de santé Medavie est un chef de file des solutions de soins de santé primaires à l’échelle nationale et le plus grand fournisseur contractuel de services de gestion de soins médicaux d’urgence au Canada.
Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick (SSMNB), une filiale de Services de santé Medavie, est une entreprise intégrée de soins de santé primaires axée sur les services. La société est responsable de l’exploitation et de la gestion optimales d’Ambulance Nouveau-Brunswick (ANB), du Programme extra-mural et de Lien Santé Nouveau-Brunswick. En collaboration avec le ministère de la Santé du Nouveau-Brunswick, les régies régionales de la santé et plusieurs autres intervenants du secteur des soins de santé, SSMNB entend continuer à bâtir collectivement une province en meilleure santé en offrant aux Néo-Brunswickoises et Néo-Brunswickois des soins de santé primaires exemplaires et étroitement coordonnés au bon endroit, au bon moment et par le fournisseur approprié.
Par suite d’un départ à la retraite, le poste de chef de l’exploitation responsable de la direction de l’entreprise est à combler à Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick. Relevant du président de Services de santé Medavie (SSM), la ou le chef de l’exploitation de SSMNB doit assurer un leadership stratégique et veiller à la gestion opérationnelle et financière de l’ensemble de l’organisation afin d’en poursuivre la mission. La ou le chef de l’exploitation veille à ce que l’organisation soit axée sur les résultats et s’attache à instaurer une culture de l’innovation et de l’excellence des services. Cette personne doit nécessairement développer et entretenir de solides relations de collaboration avec tous les employés et tous les partenaires locaux, régionaux et provinciaux. Et surtout, elle assure l’exécution continue de la stratégie de SSM en favorisant une culture de soins de grande qualité axés sur les patients, l’inclusion, une gestion rigoureuse des finances, une responsabilisation à l’égard des résultats et de l’innovation continue. En agissant ainsi, la candidate ou le candidat retenu fera en sorte que les stratégies, les plans et les pratiques seront conformes aux buts de l’organisation et aux objectifs de la province, soit de créer des voies de soins cliniques parfaitement intégrées qui répondent efficacement à tous les besoins de la population en matière de santé.
En tant que candidate ou candidat idéal, vous faites preuve d’une efficacité éprouvée en matière de direction des opérations dans le secteur général de la santé, et possédez de préférence une expérience en intégration d’opérations, de programmes et de cliniciens pour assurer la prestation de soins holistiques axés sur la patiente et le patient. À votre expérience opérationnelle s’ajoute une profonde compréhension du cadre de la planification et de la prestation des soins de santé au Nouveau-Brunswick, de même qu’une capacité avérée à établir de solides relations de confiance avec plusieurs intervenants aux intérêts diversifiés. Mais surtout, vous avez à cœur de bâtir une organisation axée sur les patients, qui utilise comme fondement les besoins des patients et de leurs soignants pour concevoir des services ou des programmes. Il est à noter que la candidate ou le candidat retenu doit posséder une connaissance fonctionnelle des deux langues officielles du Nouveau-Brunswick.
Pour en savoir plus sur ce poste ou pour soumettre votre candidature, veuillez faire parvenir votre demande et les documents connexes à ryoung@boyden.com en indiquant le titre du poste dans l’objet de votre courriel .
Nous remercions toutes les candidates et tous les candidats de leur intérêt pour ce poste, mais nous ne communiquerons qu’avec les personnes retenues pour la suite du processus.
Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick s’engage à respecter le principe de l’égalité des chances dans ses pratiques en matière d’emploi, tout en assurant un environnement exempt de discrimination et de harcèlement pour chaque employée et employé.
(Le texte français suit)
Location: Moncton, NB
Medavie Health Services is a national leader in primary health care solutions and the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada.
Medavie Health Services New Brunswick, a subsidiary of Medavie Health Services, is an integrated, service-led primary health care organization, responsible for the optimal operation and management of Ambulance New Brunswick (ANB), the Extra-Mural Program and NB Health Link in the Province of New Brunswick. Working closely with the New Brunswick Department of Health, the regional health authorities, and numerous other health care stakeholders, Medavie Health Services New Brunswick (MHS NB) is excited to continue building a healthier New Brunswick together by providing exemplary, highly coordinated primary health care to New Brunswickers in the right place, from the right provider, at the right time.
Due to a retirement, Medavie Health Services New Brunswick is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead the organization. Reporting to the President of Medavie Health Services, the Chief Operating Officer for MHS NB is responsible for providing strategic leadership and assuming responsibility for the overall operational and financial management of the organization to further its mission. The COO is responsible for cultivating a results driven organization and instilling a culture of innovation and service excellence. Critically, the COO will be tasked with developing and nurturing strong collaborative relationships with all employees and local, regional, and provincial partners. Above all, the COO will drive the successful ongoing execution of the MHS strategy by enabling a culture of high quality, patient focused care, inclusiveness, strong fiscal management, accountability for results and continuous innovation. In doing so, the successful candidate will ensure that strategies, plans, and practices are aligned with organizational goals and the Province’s objectives to form seamlessly integrated clinical care pathways that effectively serve all the health needs of the population.
As the ideal candidate, you will have a proven track record as a high performing operational executive within the broader health sector, preferably with experience in integrating operations, programs, and clinicians in delivering wholistic patient-centric care. Your operational experience is complimented by a solid understanding of the framework for healthcare planning and delivery in New Brunswick along with a demonstrated ability to build strong, trusted relationships with multiple stakeholders with diverse interests. Above all you bring a passion for building a patient centric organization that places the patient and their caregiver’s needs as the foundation for any service or program design. Please note that the successful candidate must be functional in both official languages of the Province of New Brunswick.
To learn more or to apply for this position, please submit your application and related materials to ryoung@boyden.com and state the title of the position in the subject line of your e-mail.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration for the role will be contacted.
Medavie Health Services New Brunswick is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
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Chef de l’exploitation
Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick
Lieu : Moncton (N.-B.)
Services de santé Medavie est un chef de file des solutions de soins de santé primaires à l’échelle nationale et le plus grand fournisseur contractuel de services de gestion de soins médicaux d’urgence au Canada.
Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick (SSMNB), une filiale de Services de santé Medavie, est une entreprise intégrée de soins de santé primaires axée sur les services. La société est responsable de l’exploitation et de la gestion optimales d’Ambulance Nouveau-Brunswick (ANB), du Programme extra-mural et de Lien Santé Nouveau-Brunswick. En collaboration avec le ministère de la Santé du Nouveau-Brunswick, les régies régionales de la santé et plusieurs autres intervenants du secteur des soins de santé, SSMNB entend continuer à bâtir collectivement une province en meilleure santé en offrant aux Néo-Brunswickoises et Néo-Brunswickois des soins de santé primaires exemplaires et étroitement coordonnés au bon endroit, au bon moment et par le fournisseur approprié.
Par suite d’un départ à la retraite, le poste de chef de l’exploitation responsable de la direction de l’entreprise est à combler à Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick. Relevant du président de Services de santé Medavie (SSM), la ou le chef de l’exploitation de SSMNB doit assurer un leadership stratégique et veiller à la gestion opérationnelle et financière de l’ensemble de l’organisation afin d’en poursuivre la mission. La ou le chef de l’exploitation veille à ce que l’organisation soit axée sur les résultats et s’attache à instaurer une culture de l’innovation et de l’excellence des services. Cette personne doit nécessairement développer et entretenir de solides relations de collaboration avec tous les employés et tous les partenaires locaux, régionaux et provinciaux. Et surtout, elle assure l’exécution continue de la stratégie de SSM en favorisant une culture de soins de grande qualité axés sur les patients, l’inclusion, une gestion rigoureuse des finances, une responsabilisation à l’égard des résultats et de l’innovation continue. En agissant ainsi, la candidate ou le candidat retenu fera en sorte que les stratégies, les plans et les pratiques seront conformes aux buts de l’organisation et aux objectifs de la province, soit de créer des voies de soins cliniques parfaitement intégrées qui répondent efficacement à tous les besoins de la population en matière de santé.
En tant que candidate ou candidat idéal, vous faites preuve d’une efficacité éprouvée en matière de direction des opérations dans le secteur général de la santé, et possédez de préférence une expérience en intégration d’opérations, de programmes et de cliniciens pour assurer la prestation de soins holistiques axés sur la patiente et le patient. À votre expérience opérationnelle s’ajoute une profonde compréhension du cadre de la planification et de la prestation des soins de santé au Nouveau-Brunswick, de même qu’une capacité avérée à établir de solides relations de confiance avec plusieurs intervenants aux intérêts diversifiés. Mais surtout, vous avez à cœur de bâtir une organisation axée sur les patients, qui utilise comme fondement les besoins des patients et de leurs soignants pour concevoir des services ou des programmes. Il est à noter que la candidate ou le candidat retenu doit posséder une connaissance fonctionnelle des deux langues officielles du Nouveau-Brunswick.
Pour en savoir plus sur ce poste ou pour soumettre votre candidature, veuillez faire parvenir votre demande et les documents connexes à ryoung@boyden.com en indiquant le titre du poste dans l’objet de votre courriel .
Nous remercions toutes les candidates et tous les candidats de leur intérêt pour ce poste, mais nous ne communiquerons qu’avec les personnes retenues pour la suite du processus.
Services de santé Medavie Nouveau-Brunswick s’engage à respecter le principe de l’égalité des chances dans ses pratiques en matière d’emploi, tout en assurant un environnement exempt de discrimination et de harcèlement pour chaque employée et employé.
Mirams Becker
Chief Operating Officer, Victoria Hospital
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) is one of the largest and most diverse health regions in Canada. It is responsible for providing health care to more than 700,000 people living in the City of Winnipeg as well as the surrounding Rural Municipalities of East and West St. Paul and the Town of Churchill, located in northern Manitoba. Located in South Winnipeg, Victoria Hospital proudly provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services including urgent care, family medicine, geriatric rehabilitation, endoscopy, day surgery and is the provincial centre of excellence for bariatric surgery. Along with other support services, Victoria Hospital plays a vital role in advancing health care and is the largest mental health facility within the Winnipeg Health Authority.
The Chief Operating Officer (COO), Victoria Hospital is responsible for leadership and oversight of the Victoria Hospital located within the Winnipeg Health Region. This position reports to the Chief Health Operations Officer, Acute Health Services, and Chief Nursing Officer of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) and is a key member of the Senior Executive Leadership Team. As the senior operations leader, the COO cultivates a progressive environment to engage the hearts and minds of a team of 1000 front-line staff, physicians and leadership in patient/clinical service, continuous improvement, safety, innovation, financial performance, and service excellence. They engage successfully in fostering effective partnerships with the Victoria Guild and Victoria Hospital Foundation and forge strong connections to the South Winnipeg community area.
The COO will effectively contribute to driving employee development and engagement and advancing key operational priorities and systems that improve the provision of care to patients with focused attention on health care services, patient safety, access, flow, and integration within hospital operations. They inspire and champion operational innovation, diversity, workplace safety, and financial sustainability. As an effective leader, the COO models the LEADS framework with purposeful emphasis on engaging others, systems transformation, and achieving results.
The successful candidate will possess 10-15 years of progressive healthcare experience in senior leadership roles within complex operating environments with significant organizational change. They will possess a post-graduate degree preferably in a health-related field; a Master of Public, Business, or Health Care Administration is preferred and an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
To express your interest in this exciting leadership opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to http://www.miramsbecker.com/chief-operating-officer-victoria-hospital or contact Hayley Becker, Partner at hayley@miramsbecker.com or Natalie Woods, Principal at natalie@miramsbecker.com .
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority and Mirams Becker are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace; we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.
Chief Operating Officer, Victoria Hospital
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) is one of the largest and most diverse health regions in Canada. It is responsible for providing health care to more than 700,000 people living in the City of Winnipeg as well as the surrounding Rural Municipalities of East and West St. Paul and the Town of Churchill, located in northern Manitoba. Located in South Winnipeg, Victoria Hospital proudly provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services including urgent care, family medicine, geriatric rehabilitation, endoscopy, day surgery and is the provincial centre of excellence for bariatric surgery. Along with other support services, Victoria Hospital plays a vital role in advancing health care and is the largest mental health facility within the Winnipeg Health Authority.
The Chief Operating Officer (COO), Victoria Hospital is responsible for leadership and oversight of the Victoria Hospital located within the Winnipeg Health Region. This position reports to the Chief Health Operations Officer, Acute Health Services, and Chief Nursing Officer of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) and is a key member of the Senior Executive Leadership Team. As the senior operations leader, the COO cultivates a progressive environment to engage the hearts and minds of a team of 1000 front-line staff, physicians and leadership in patient/clinical service, continuous improvement, safety, innovation, financial performance, and service excellence. They engage successfully in fostering effective partnerships with the Victoria Guild and Victoria Hospital Foundation and forge strong connections to the South Winnipeg community area.
The COO will effectively contribute to driving employee development and engagement and advancing key operational priorities and systems that improve the provision of care to patients with focused attention on health care services, patient safety, access, flow, and integration within hospital operations. They inspire and champion operational innovation, diversity, workplace safety, and financial sustainability. As an effective leader, the COO models the LEADS framework with purposeful emphasis on engaging others, systems transformation, and achieving results.
The successful candidate will possess 10-15 years of progressive healthcare experience in senior leadership roles within complex operating environments with significant organizational change. They will possess a post-graduate degree preferably in a health-related field; a Master of Public, Business, or Health Care Administration is preferred and an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
To express your interest in this exciting leadership opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to http://www.miramsbecker.com/chief-operating-officer-victoria-hospital or contact Hayley Becker, Partner at hayley@miramsbecker.com or Natalie Woods, Principal at natalie@miramsbecker.com .
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority and Mirams Becker are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace; we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.
