(Permanent Full Time) Medical Director - Forensic Program

Internal and External; Whitby; On-site; CAD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health facility in Whitby, Ontario is seeking a Forensic Program Medical Director. The role involves overseeing medical care in a collaborative environment, providing leadership in quality assurance, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates will have an FRCPC in Forensic Psychiatry and a proven track record in senior healthcare leadership. A competitive compensation package and supportive team await the successful candidate.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Work/life balance

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• FRCPC with subspecialty qualification in Forensic Psychiatry or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in healthcare leadership.
• Knowledge of mental health theory and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of medical care for the Forensic Program.
• Manage quality assurance and workplace safety initiatives.
• Lead recruitment and clinical oversight of medical staff.

Skills

Evidence-supported practice innovation

Leadership in quality assurance

Integrated service delivery

Mentoring and evaluation of medical staff

Education

FRCPC with subspecialty in Forensic Psychiatry

Eligibility for Ontario licensure

Job description

Reporting to the Vice-President of Medical Affairs, the Forensic Program Medical Director is part of a team responsible for the successful leadership, operation, and management of the Forensic Program. The role involves working in collaboration with the Administrative Director and according to the strategic directions set by the Board of Directors.

The Medical Director functions as a medical leader for the Program, overseeing all aspects of medical care and addressing issues as they arise. In collaboration with the Administrative Director, the role includes providing leadership in areas such as quality assurance, utilization management, and workplace safety. Responsibilities also encompass recruitment, clinical oversight, physician coverage, mentoring, evaluation of medical staff, and contributing to the clinical oversight and evaluation of other health professionals.

The successful candidate will possess an FRCPC with subspecialty qualification in Forensic Psychiatry or an equivalent, and be eligible for Ontario licensure. The ideal candidate will demonstrate evidence-supported practice innovation, integrated service delivery within an inter-professional team, and a progressive career in senior healthcare leadership within complex, integrated care environments. Knowledge of mental health theory, regulatory frameworks, evidence-based care models, and the ability to function as a designate of the Person-in-Charge are essential.

Ontario Shores Forensic Program comprises 138 assessment, general, and secure beds, supporting approximately 130 forensic outpatients.

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is a highly innovative public hospital providing inpatient, outpatient, and consultation services for individuals with complex mental illnesses. The facility emphasizes a recovery-oriented environment, research, education, and advocacy to advance mental health care. It offers an advanced practice setting with affiliations to the University of Toronto and Queen’s University, a paperless electronic health record system, evidence-based practice initiatives, virtual care through Ontario Telemedicine Network, and a patient portal for enhanced access and engagement.

Located just east of Toronto on Lake Ontario's shoreline in Whitby, Ontario Shores provides an attractive lifestyle, work/life balance, practice flexibility, and an academic environment. The position offers a competitive compensation package, incentives, and a supportive team environment.

Interested candidates should forward a CV in confidence to Dr. Phil Klassen, VP Medical Affairs.

Required Experience: Director

Key Skills: Ab initio, Administration and Accounting, Android, Bid Management, Inventory Management, Embedded C

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1