Managing Director

St. Joseph's Health Centre of Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Sudbury is seeking a Managing Director for its Continuing Care Centre. The role demands effective leadership, strategic and operational management, and a strong focus on patient-centered quality care. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, extensive managerial experience in health services, and knowledge of health regulations. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive hourly rate of $54.82 to $68.52 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to five years’ experience in a managerial role within the health sector.
• Demonstrated experience in a complex, regulated, and unionized environment.
• Knowledge of the Public Hospitals Act and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and ensure compliance with corporate requirements.
• Lead execution of strategic plans and coordinate departments for quality care.
• Guide quality improvement and ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Quality improvement

Risk management

Team mentorship

Education

Post-secondary degree

Management program (100 hours)

Job description

Managing Director – St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre

Hourly Rate - $54.82-$68.52 (Commensurate with Experience)

Permanent, Full Time

Start Date – As soon as possible

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer – Hospital, the Managing Director is accountable for the effective, efficient, and compliant operation of St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre’s South Bay Road and Lasalle Sites. Operating within the LEADS in a Caring Environment Capabilities Framework, the Managing Director ensures that services and operations are delivered in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and values; approved performance standards; fiscal parameters; and all applicable federal and provincial legislation, including the Public Hospitals Act.

This role provides strategic, operational, and people leadership across all departments, with a strong focus on patient-centered care, quality, safety, accountability, and collaboration in a unionized healthcare environment.

Key Accountabilities

Leadership and Governance

• Provide executive leadership consistent with the organization’s mission, values, and ethical framework.
• Ensure compliance with corporate by-laws, sponsor expectations, legislation, and regulatory requirements.
• Represent the organization to government bodies, Ontario Health, community partners, funders, and the media as required.

Operational and Strategic Management

• Lead the execution of the organization’s strategic and operational plans, ensuring alignment with available resources and performance expectations.
• Participate in the development and oversight of operating and capital budgets, including facility construction and rehabilitation activities.
• Ensure effective coordination of all departments to support safe, high-quality, holistic patient care.
• Oversee the stewardship, security, maintenance, and disposal of physical assets.

Quality, Risk, and Safety

• Guide the development, implementation, and monitoring of Quality Improvement Plans and organizational quality standards.
• Lead Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), patient safety, and risk management programs.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety legislation and promote a safe and healthy workplace.
• Oversee emergency preparedness and disaster planning, testing, and documentation.

People and Culture

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to a team of managers, physicians, staff, students, and volunteers.
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Promote positive labour relations and maintain effective working relationships with bargaining agents and workplace partners.
• Ensure performance standards are applied consistently and that performance issues are addressed fairly and decisively.

Patient and Community Focus

• Ensure the primacy of the patient in all organizational activities and decisions.
• Address patient and family concerns and complaints as required.
• Promote an interdisciplinary, systems-based approach to patient care, education, and research.
• Represent the organization within the broader healthcare community and maintain collaborative partnerships.

Qualifications

Education and Professional Requirements

• Post-secondary degree from a program of at least three (3) years’ duration,
• Successful completion of, or enrollment in, a management program with a minimum of 100 hours of instruction.

Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in a managerial or supervisory role within the health or social services sector.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience in a complex, regulated, and unionized environment.
• Extensive knowledge of the Public Hospitals Act and related regulations.
• Proven ability to lead change, manage risk, and drive quality and performance improvement.