Waterloo Regional Health Network

Work Type: 3 days per week Location: Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) – All Sites Reporting to: EVP, Medical and Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer) Position Summary: At Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN), we're building one of Ontario's newest and most innovative healthcare organizations. As we continue our transformation, we are seeking an exceptional healthcare leader to shape the future of professional practice, patient safety, clinical education and technology-enabled care. Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is seeking an accomplished, collaborative and forward-thinking physician leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Vice President, Medical & Academic Affairs (VP-MAA). Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer), this executive role provides strategic leadership for medical and academic affairs across a multi-site healthcare organization and plays a critical role in advancing clinical excellence, physician engagement, medical leadership, education, research and innovation across the organization. Responsibilities at a Glance: Executive & Medical Leadership • Provide strategic leadership and advice on medical affairs, clinical operations, healthcare policy, and emerging health system priorities. • Provide executive leadership and direction to medical leaders, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, engagement, and clinical excellence. • Partner closely with the EVP, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer) and Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) to strengthen alignment between medical, clinical, and administrative leadership. • Strengthen communication and collaboration between Program Medical Directors, Program Directors, and the Senior Leadership Team to effectively address program and organizational priorities. • Represent WRHN with regional and provincial healthcare partners, academic institutions, professional organizations, and other key stakeholders. • Provide reports and presentations to the Board of Directors as required. Quality, Patient Safety & Clinical Excellence • Champion quality improvement, patient safety, and risk management in partnership with the Vice President, Quality, Research & Patient Experience and medical and clinical leaders. • Support meaningful medical staff engagement in quality improvement, patient safety, and organizational transformation initiatives. • Participate in Quality of Care Reviews, including those conducted under the Quality of Care Information Protection Act (QCIPA). • Support evidence-based clinical practice and alignment with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and clinical governance requirements. • Work with the EVP, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer), Department Chiefs, Medical Directors, and Quality leaders to advance high standards of clinical care across WRHN. Academic & Research Leadership • Advance the organization's academic mandate by strengthening relationships with medical schools, universities, and research partners. • Promote an environment that supports teaching, learning, scholarship, innovation, and research. • Support undergraduate and postgraduate medical education programs. • Foster participation in research and implementation of innovative care delivery models. Strategic & Operational Leadership • Lead the development and implementation of medical strategies that improve patient outcomes, strengthen care delivery, and respond to evolving health system needs. • Partner with the EVP, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer) to advance physician workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning, and medical leadership development. • Develop and advance an organizational approach to medical leadership development, supporting the growth and effectiveness of Medical Directors and other physician leaders. • Contribute to organizational planning, resource allocation, program development, and fiscal stewardship. • Provide leadership to the development of integrated medical programs across internal departments and local, regional, and provincial healthcare networks. • Support the evolution of care models and clinical programs through strong partnerships across medical, clinical, and operational leadership. Leadership Competencies • Strategic and innovative mindset with the ability to translate vision and strategy into action. • Collaborative and influential leader with the ability to build alignment across diverse medical, clinical, operational, and external stakeholders. • Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills. • Strong understanding of healthcare operations, clinical governance, financial stewardship, and program management. • Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and patient-centred care. • Ability to navigate complexity, respectfully challenge thinking, and make sound decisions in a dynamic healthcare environment. • Visible and accessible leader who builds trust, credibility, and strong relationships across the organization. • Demonstrated ability to lead and enable transformational change while maintaining a strong focus on quality, people, and organizational priorities. Qualifications & Experience • Medical Doctor (MD) degree. • Licensed, or eligible for licensure, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario • Membership with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or the College of Family Physicians of Canada. • Eligible to hold an academic appointment with an affiliated university or medical school. • Minimum 5 years of progressive senior leadership experience within a healthcare environment. • Demonstrated success leading in complex, interdisciplinary healthcare organizations and working effectively with physicians, clinical leaders, operational leaders, and executive teams. • Proven expertise in strategic planning, healthcare operations, quality improvement, and change management. • Experience advancing medical education, research, innovation, and academic partnerships. • Strong knowledge of Ontario's healthcare system, quality frameworks, accreditation standards, and academic health networks. APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED. Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process. WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources. If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions. WRHN does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions regarding applicants during our recruitment and selection process.

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