Chief Operating Officer – Long Term Care

St. Joseph's Health Centre of Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO) for its long-term care facilities. This pivotal role involves overseeing operations across multiple sites, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care while fostering a positive environment for both residents and staff. The COO will collaborate closely with the Senior Management Team to align operational goals with strategic objectives, optimize financial performance, and implement best practices in clinical care. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable populations and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the healthcare system.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of senior leadership experience in healthcare.
• Proven track record in managing large teams and complex operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across three long-term care facilities.
• Ensure high-quality, evidence-based resident care.
• Optimize financial performance and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership in healthcare

Operational management

Financial management

Quality improvement

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Health Administration (MHA)

Long-term care home Administrator program

Job description

About St. Joseph's Health Centre of Sudbury

St. Joseph’s Health Centre oversees the operations of St. Joseph’s Villa (a 128-bed long term care home) and St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre (a 64-bed continuing care hospital) in Sudbury, and Villa St. Gabriel Villa (a 128-bed long term care home) in Chelmsford. Our Administrative team supports all three facilities and manages clinical, operational and financial services. We are a faith based organization guided by our core values of Service, Integrity, Dignity and Excellence with a focus on a culture of caring.

Working at St. Joseph’s Health Centre is a great career choice! It offers management, supervisory and administrative roles in both long term care and hospital environments and provides opportunities to liaise with community partners at all levels. Our organization is known throughout the North for its efforts in facilitating change in the healthcare system, optimizing our resources, and maximizing the quality of life for our residents and patients. As a not-for-profit organization, we focus our resources where they can make the greatest impact and serve the most vulnerable. Consider a role with St. Joseph’s Health Centre as an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.

The COO - St. Joseph’s Long-Term Care is a senior leadership role responsible for the operational oversight of all long-term care entities operated by St. Joseph’s Health Centre, including St. Joseph’s Villa, Villa St. Gabriel’s Villa, and St. Joseph’s Lodge. The COO will be a key member of the Senior Management Team, directly reporting to the President and CEO. This position is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of all long-term care facilities, working to enhance care quality and promote a positive environment for staff and residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operations across three long-term care facilities: St. Joseph’s Villa (128 beds), Villa St. Gabriel’s Villa (128 beds), and St. Joseph’s Lodge (64 beds).
• Ensure high-quality, evidence-based resident care while fostering a positive work environment for staff.
• Provide guidance, assistance, direction and general oversight based upon operational expertise provided in each site to ensure that best practices are implemented, clinical practices are continuously reviewed and improved, and practices are standardized across the organization where possible.
• Optimize financial performance, manage budgets, and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
• Establish, monitor, and manage quality improvement targets (QIPs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Actively contribute to the development and execution of St. Joseph’s Health Centre’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals.
• Collaborate with the Senior Management Team to align operational goals with overall business strategy.
• Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Ministry of Long-Term Care, Ontario Health North, and community partners.
• Collaborate with the Senior Team and other employees across the organization to achieve the St. Joseph’s Health Centre mandate and align operational goals with overall business strategy.
• Through St. Joseph’s Health Centre, the COO SJHC may also from time-to-time be engaged in the provision management and operational support services to third party organizations.

Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Health Administration (MHA) or other industry relevant Master’s degree.
• Successful completion of a long-term care home Administrator or management program (minimum 100 hours of instruction).
• COVID-19 Vaccination required to work in our facility (2 doses)

Experience

• 5-8 years of senior leadership experience in a healthcare or public sector environment, with a strong background in long-term care facilities.
• Proven track record of managing large teams and complex operations, with demonstrated expertise in clinical, financial, and human resource management.
• Experience in developing and executing strategic plans and achieving operational goals in a healthcare setting.

Applications accepted until May 5, 2025