Executive Director

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Executive Director to lead the new Arthur E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Calgary. This pivotal role requires a visionary leader with extensive healthcare management experience to drive innovation and enhance cancer care delivery. The Executive Director will oversee operations, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and coach clinical leaders to ensure quality patient care. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in healthcare and possess the skills to navigate complex environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of healthcare management experience in complex settings.
• Proven leadership in operational and strategic roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic leadership for cancer services.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cancer care delivery.

Skills

Healthcare Management

Leadership Skills

Financial Acumen

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem-Solving

Healthcare IT Systems

Conflict Resolution

Change Management

Education

Masters Degree in Health Services Administration

Graduate Degree in Business Administration

Job description

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Your Opportunity:

Are you an experienced healthcare visionary looking to make a significant impact in Cancer Care? Cancer Care Alberta (CCA) is seeking a dynamic senior leader to join our passionate team as an Executive Director (ED) at the new Arthur E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Calgary. This role requires proven leadership skills in complex healthcare environments to enhance cancer care delivery in Alberta. The ED will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, problem-solve, plan, navigate change, and drive innovation, aligning the centre with CCA’s provincial roadmap. The new Arthur E. Child Cancer Centre, over 127,000 square metres, opened in fall 2024 in northwest Calgary, connected to Foothills Medical Centre and University of Calgary, offering outpatient clinics, inpatient beds, research labs, and advanced treatment technologies.

Description:

Reporting to the Senior Program Lead, Clinical Operations, the ED will work in partnership with the site Senior Medical Director to provide operational and strategic leadership for cancer services at the Arthur E. Child. This executive role oversees site operations, provincial program objectives, and quality measurement, supporting research, innovation, patient engagement, and data-driven decisions. The ED will collaborate with local and provincial stakeholders, including the University of Calgary, Alberta Cancer Foundation, government ministries, and industry partners. Key responsibilities include operational and strategic leadership, financial and people management, relationship management, and risk management. The role involves coaching and supervising 10-15 clinical leaders managing over 1,000 staff.

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Health Services Administration, Business Administration, or a related health discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of healthcare management/leadership experience.
• Experience in healthcare strategy, policy, program, and project management.
• Progressive leadership experience in complex healthcare settings, working with operational leaders, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Financial acumen, decision-making, and people management skills.
• Proven partnership-building and organizational goal achievement within large, diverse organizations.
• Leadership experience in unionized environments.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with healthcare IT systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage change and drive innovation.

Additional Qualifications:

• LEADS Leadership training and expertise.
• Ability to create a compelling vision, adapt to organizational changes, engage diverse groups, and support strategic goals.
• Innovative approach to problem-solving and resource management.
• Ability to synthesize information and assess risks related to organizational strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree in Health Services or Business Administration.
• Senior clinical operational leadership experience in large, diverse cancer care settings.