The Institute for Safe Medication Practices Canada is a national, independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing medication safety in all healthcare settings. Working collaboratively with healthcare organizations, practitioners, caregivers, consumers, regulatory bodies, and policymakers, ISMP Canada’s mandate is to identify risks within medication-use systems, analyze medication incident and near-miss reports, develop evidence-informed recommendations, and facilitate system-wide quality improvement initiatives.
ISMP Canada is recognized nationally and internationally as the trusted voice in medication safety, partnering with governments, health organizations, practitioners, and patients to drive meaningful, measurable change. Through initiatives such as the Canadian Medication Incident Reporting and Prevention System (CMIRPS) and the Medication Safety Self-Assessment program, ISMP Canada supports health system learning, designs safeguards, and advances the shared vision of zero preventable harm from medications.
As the organization continues to evolve and expand its national and global impact, ISMP Canada is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its mission of achieving zero preventable harm from medications in every healthcare setting. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide strategic, operational, and cultural leadership to a team of highly skilled professionals and collaborative partners across the health system.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a purpose-driven organization that influences national policy, develops innovative safety solutions, and supports a learning health system grounded in compassion, evidence, and partnership. The CEO will work closely with the Board to deliver on an ambitious strategic plan, strengthen partnerships across the healthcare continuum, and ensure operational and financial excellence while championing innovation, collaboration, and equity.
The successful candidate will bring a record of progressive senior leadership experience within a healthcare or related non-profit organization of comparable scope and complexity. You are a values-driven, strategic, and empathetic leader who thrives in dynamic environments and inspires others through authenticity and purpose. You demonstrate skill in governance, organizational transformation, and stakeholder relations, with a proven ability to build trust-based partnerships with government, regulators, patient and family advocates, professional associations, and system leaders. In addition, you will possess a broad understanding and perspective of the health system (acute, post acute, family practice, long term care, etc.) allowing you to effect change, make practical recommendations and improve outcomes across all areas.
Your leadership style is grounded in kindness, integrity, and accountability, fostering a psychologically safe and inclusive culture. You have demonstrated the ability to translate vision into action, aligning people and strategy toward measurable outcomes in patient safety and system improvement. Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, or health system leadership will be considered a strong asset.
A Master’s degree in a regulated health profession or a related field is preferred, along with a demonstrated commitment to continuous professional learning. You are a confident communicator and systems thinker who leads with curiosity, courage, and conviction.
Join ISMP Canada in shaping the future of medication safety by creating action, building partnerships, and translating knowledge into impact for the benefit of patients, families, and healthcare professionals across Canada.
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/chief-executive-officer-ismp. For additional information contact Hayley Becker at hayley@miramsbecker.com or Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com.
ISMP Canada and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
