Physician Leadership

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services; Labrador City; Presencial; CAD 200.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NL Health Services – Labrador-Grenfell Zone invites expressions of interest for the Medical Director position at Labrador West Health Centre in Labrador City, NL.

The Medical Director leads medical services, coordinates physicians and staff, ensures high-quality, timely care, and drives service integration across the region. The term is three years with annual reviews and potential extension.

Formación

• Must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (www.cpsnl.ca).
• Current appointment to the medical staff of NL Health Services — Labrador-Grenfell Zone.
• Demonstrates commitment to patient-focused care and evidence-based practice.
• Experience and/or academic preparation in health care management or leadership.
• Training and/or education in leadership and management considered a strong asset.

Responsabilidades

• Provide effective medical leadership and overall direction for clinical services at Labrador West Health Centre.
• Champion and advocate for the site's services internally and externally.
• Provide leadership for ongoing professional development, education, research, and innovation.
• Participate in the ongoing planning and development of service delivery, facilitating and supporting change management processes.
• Ensure full participation, buy-in, and morale are maintained throughout the site.
• Ensure the highest quality of service is delivered consistently across all professional staff.
• Support physician recruitment, retention, mentorship, and succession planning.
• Promote quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-informed clinical practice.
• Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Educación

Medical degree and licensed physician (CPSNL)

Descripción del empleo

Demands, duties, qualifications

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

NL Health Services – Labrador-Grenfell Zone invites expressions of interest for the position of Medical Director at Labrador West Health Centre in Labrador City, NL.

The Medical Director is accountable for the leadership and management of medical services at Labrador West Health Centre, providing professional quality medical leadership and knowledge to the site. The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing and maintaining clinical services and will lead the integration of physicians, other practitioners, and employees within the region to better coordinate health services and ensure patients receive high quality, timely health care.

Operating in a complex and dynamic health care environment, the successful candidate is an innovative, collaborative, and transformational leader who will bring an unparalleled passion for health care. This position is suitable for a physician seeking to combine a leadership role with an existing clinical practice.

The Medical Director is accountable to the Senior Medical Director of the Zone and VP Medical Services, Chief of Staff within NL Health Services.

The term is three (3) years with annual review, which may be extended for an additional three years pursuant to NLHS Bylaws Respecting Medical Staff. We are looking for individuals who have strong leadership and communication capabilities, can motivate team members, move projects forward, and can translate innovative ideas into reality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador ( www.cpsnl.ca )
• Current appointment to the medical staff of NL Health Services — Labrador-Grenfell Zone
• Demonstrates commitment to patient-focused care and evidence-based practice
• Experience and/or academic preparation in health care management or leadership
• Training and/or education in leadership and management considered a strong asset

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide effective medical leadership and overall direction for clinical services at Labrador West Health Centre
• Champion and advocate for the site's services internally and externally
• Provide leadership for ongoing professional development, education, research, and innovation
• Participate in the ongoing planning and development of service delivery, facilitating and supporting change management processes
• Ensure full participation, buy-in, and morale are maintained throughout the site
• Ensure the highest quality of service is delivered consistently across all professional staff
• Support physician recruitment, retention, mentorship, and succession planning
• Promote quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-informed clinical practice
• Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

REMUNERATION

Stipend and hours of work will be confirmed and discussed with the successful candidate. For further information please contact [e-mail]

LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

• https://workinhealthnl.ca/
• https://www.nlhealthservices.ca/

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.