Health Services Leader - Primary Health Care

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Truro; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability and life保险

Defined benefit pension

Wellness and development programs

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Health Services Leader for Primary Health Care in the Northern Zone. The role directs day-to-day operations of wellness, chronic disease and family practice teams, and works with the PHC leadership team to implement projects that advance patient-centered, community-based primary health care.

The incumbent will travel to facilities in the Northern Zone, maintain governance relationships with physicians and stakeholders, and ensure performance standards across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health discipline or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years leadership experience in health care.
• Experience in Primary Health Care is an asset.
• Current registration with professional association (if applicable).
• Knowledge of primary health care, health promotion and community health needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of wellness, chronic disease and family practice teams.
• Support development and implementation of PHC projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to align with organizational priorities.
• Travel to facilities within Northern Zone as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Change management

Financial management

HR management

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

French (asset)

Education

Bachelor's degree in health discipline

Professional registration (if applicable)

Job description

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Health Services Leader - Primary Health Care

Req ID: 228051
Location: Northern Zone, Elmsdale Kennetcook Family Practice, Elmsdale Medical Centre, & Shubenacadie Medical Clinic
Department: Primary Health Care
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT(100%) x 1
Management/Non UnionPosition
Posting Closing Date: 12-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

The Health Services Lead, Primary Health Care is a member of the Primary Health Care leadership team and is responsible for advancing priorities of the portfolio via supporting the ongoing development and implementation of assigned Primary Health Care, Wellness, Chronic Disease Management, Department of Family Practice programs services and initiatives. The Health Services Lead is responsible for day-to-day operations of multiple teams spanning wellness, chronic disease and family practice collaborative teams. The Health Services Lead works together with other members of the Primary Health Care leadership team to implement multiple Primary Health Care projects and initiatives to support advancement of patient centered, community based primary health care programs and services within their Zone of Nova Scotia Health.

The Health Services Lead works closely with all interprofessional teams to manage performance standards and operational requirements by facilitating the development and implementation of consistent Primary Health Care and organizational priorities, while respecting uniqueness and individuality of practices and communities.

Please note this position requires travel to facilities within Northern Zone. A valid drivers' license and access to transportation is required.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelors' degree in a health discipline or related field required
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years' recent and related progressive leadership experience in a health care setting required
• Experience in Primary Health Care will be considered an asset
• Current registration with professional association (if applicable)
• Demonstrated knowledge of primary health care, health promotion, health determinants, and dynamics of health needs in community
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral, written and presentation) skills including the ability to work collaboratively with various professional and community individuals, demonstrating a high level of judgement, tact, creativity, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, project management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in community settings
• Demonstrated ability to work with physicians and stakeholders across multiple governance structures to establish and sustain strong collaborative family practice teams
• Demonstrated experience in change management initiatives
• Strong human resource management and financial management skills
• Physical and mental capabilities to perform the duties of the position such as working irregular hours and under pressure to meet strict deadlines; ability to keep projects operating concurrently
• Proficiency with computer applications
• Experience in a unionized environment will be considered an asset
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up-to-date and includes all relevant education, experience, training and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Management
Band: MGT05
Hourly Rate: $47.75 - $56.04
Annual Salary: $93,105 - $109, 276

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development, and employee support programs may also be available.

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

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