Director | Medical Staff Workforce Strategy

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health seeks a Director, Medical Staff Workforce Strategy, to oversee staffing strategies within the healthcare sector in British Columbia. The role involves strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and management of workforce resources. Candidates need a Master’s degree and 7-10 years of experience in healthcare. Offering a competitive salary range, the successful candidate will lead initiatives that impact healthcare delivery while embracing values of reconciliation and Indigenous equity.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Paid vacation and insurance premiums

Employer-paid training and education

Extended Health & Dental coverage

Focus on work-life balance

Possible relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 7-10 years of healthcare or workforce experience.
• LEADS capabilities in communication, partnership building, and Indigenous health equity.

Responsibilities

• Lead Medical Staff Workforce Strategy and resource planning.
• Develop strategies for recruitment, retention, and optimization.
• Manage budgets and ensure compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Strategic problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Technological adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in Health Services Administration

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Position Summary

Who are we looking for:

Are you seeking a rewarding leadership opportunity in healthcare? Interior Health invites applications for the role of Director, Medical Staff Workforce Strategy. The position offers flexibility within the Interior Health Region of British Columbia, with potential relocation allowance. We seek individuals passionate about making a community impact.

Benefits of joining Interior Health:

• Attractive remuneration package
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Employer-paid training and education
• Paid vacation and insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Emphasis on work-life balance
• Possible relocation allowance

The salary range is $116,591 to $167,600, with actual salary determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Impact of the Role:

The Director leads the Medical Staff Workforce Strategy within the IH Medicine Portfolio, overseeing resource planning and impact analysis aligned with organizational policies and the Medical Staff Rules and Bylaws. Responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies to support workforce needs, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring effective resource utilization and planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage Medical Staff Workforce Strategy portfolios, including planning and support programs
• Lead strategic reporting and resource planning processes
• Develop strategies to improve recruitment, retention, and optimization of medical staff
• Collaborate with partners on workforce planning and compensation models
• Liaise with government and other organizations on workforce initiatives
• Budget management, monitoring, and reporting
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management to staff
• Develop reports, business cases, and performance metrics
• Lead projects with careful resource and risk management
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment in compliance with regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Interior Health values reconciliation and equitable hiring practices, giving preference to qualified Indigenous applicants as per policies.

Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Health Services Administration, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 7-10 years of relevant healthcare or workforce experience
• Equivalent education and experience considered

Leadership Capabilities:
Demonstrates LEADS capabilities, including self-awareness, effective communication, results orientation, partnership building, and systems thinking, with a focus on Indigenous health equity.

Skills and Abilities:
• Initiative and strategic problem-solving
• Research and analytical skills
• Project management and quality improvement expertise
• Data-driven leadership
• Technological adaptability
• Communication and facilitation skills
• Healthcare and HR knowledge
• Time management and problem resolution skills
• Physical ability to perform duties

Join us at Interior Health, recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, and enjoy a fulfilling career in a stunning region.