Program Director -Surgical and Perioperative Services

Mackenzie Health; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Program Director for Surgical and Perioperative Services. This pivotal role involves overseeing patient care delivery, operational planning, and HR development while ensuring alignment with strategic goals. The successful candidate will lead an interdisciplinary team, driving quality improvement and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. If you have a passion for enhancing healthcare delivery and possess strong leadership skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Regulated Health Professional with Masters level education in Health or Business Management.
• 3-5 years of perioperative nursing experience and at least 5 years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring excellence in patient care and service delivery through continuous quality improvement.
• Collaborating with internal and external professionals to align practice standards.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Change Management

Team Building

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Financial Management

Program Planning

Conflict Resolution

Education

Masters in Health or Business Management

Perioperative Nursing Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary:

Reporting to the AVP Associate Vice President, Acute Care Clinical Transformation and Growth.

Program Director, Surgical and Perioperative Services is responsible for all activities related to the administrative and patient care functions within the designated portfolio, including patient care delivery, operational planning, HR development, financial management, quality management, education, and research. The Program Director will collaborate with clinical and program leaders to ensure activities and programs align with Mackenzie Health’s strategic goals and objectives, providing efficient and effective administrative and clinical practices.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensuring excellence in patient care and service delivery through continuous quality improvement processes;
• Liaising and collaborating with internal and external professionals and stakeholders to ensure practice standards are aligned and integrated across and within the Surgical Program;
• Working with physicians to develop patient care and unit management policies and procedures;
• Understanding the organization’s overall approach, including the ability to compete within the LHIN and consider relevant economic, environmental, and political factors;
• Providing guidance, leadership, and direction to the interdisciplinary team, acting as a consultant and resource, and promoting critical inquiry and analysis among staff in client care provision.

Qualifications:

• Regulated Health Professional with Masters level education in Health or Business Management;
• Perioperative Nursing Certificate preferred;
• 3-5 years of perioperative nursing experience;
• At least 5 years of management experience at the middle management level;
• Previous experience at the Director level is preferred;
• Progressive leadership experience in quality, resource, and utilization management;
• Excellent interpersonal, change management, team building, communication, and critical thinking skills;
• Strong financial and statistical management abilities, including assessing, interpreting, and projecting budgetary needs;
• Experience in program planning and evaluation;
• Ability to quickly discern relevant information for effective decision-making;
• Ability to function effectively during periods of rapid change;
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and conflict resolution skills;
• Models behaviors aligned with Mackenzie Health’s values of Excellence, Leadership, and Empathy;
• Proven attendance record;
• Understanding and compliance with patient and staff safety policies fostering a safe and inclusive environment;
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job;
• Effective use of empathy in interactions;
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring;
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients in a challenging healthcare environment.

*Work at any Mackenzie Health site may be required.

Additional Information

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to accommodations for applicants upon request, in accordance with AODA and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.