Specialist, Palliative Care Implementation

Ontario Health | Santé Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Health in Ontario invites applications for a permanent full-time role as Specialist, Palliative Care Implementation. Based in Ontario with an in-office work model, you will collaborate with regional teams and clinical partners to advance the Palliative Care Health Services Delivery Framework.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in health or related field, a Master’s is an asset, PMP is a plus, and at least three years of project management experience in health care; experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field required.
• PM certification (PMP) is an asset.
• Three years of project management experience required, preferably in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation of the Palliative Care Health Services Delivery Framework.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Organize education and mentoring with regional clinical experts.
• Build relationships with site leads and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in health/administration

Master's degree asset

PMP certification asset

3+ years PM experience

Palliative care experience asset

Community health/LTC exp asset

Ontario health landscape knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Excel

Job description

. Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours.

. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days.

At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

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To obtain a French translation of the following job posting, please email [e-mail]. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days.

What Ontario Health offers:

Role

At Ontario Health, your growth and well-being aren’t just supported—they’re celebrated every step of the way. Here, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping a fulfilling and sustainable career. Based on your role, you may receive:

• Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family’s health
• Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support your overall well-being
• A premium defined benefit pension plan, ensuring long-term financial security
• Competitive vacation entitlement that encourages time to rest and recharge
• Three personal days and two float days annually, providing added flexibility to support work‑life balance, in addition to vacation days
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive in your profession
• A collaborative, values-driven workplace where integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity shape everything we do
• Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion, fostering belonging, equity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives across our team

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

Join Ontario Health’s Provincial Palliative Care Program, within the Primary and Community Based Care Portfolio. Collaborate with delivery partners to advance Ministry of Health priorities through the Ontario Provincial Framework for Palliative Care, developed under the Compassionate Care Act, 2020.

As Specialist, Palliative Care Implementation, you will provide project management support for the Palliative Care Health Services Delivery Framework, initially focused on adults in community-based settings. Coordinate implementation, track deliverables and support evidence-informed improvements in care alongside regional teams and clinical partners.

Here Is What You Will Be Doing

• Partner with the Lead – Palliative Care Implementation and Ontario Health regional teams to deliver a high-priority, complex, multi-year initiative.
• Apply project management processes and tools to refine plans, coordinate deliverables and keep implementation on track.
• Monitor regional progress, conduct status reviews, elevate issues and risks, and help implement solutions.
• Support implementation of data collection tools and evaluation; help organizations and clinical leaders use evidence to improve care.
• Prepare progress reports, maintain documentation and communicate complex concepts through clear written, verbal and visual materials.
• Organize palliative care education, coaching and mentoring with regional and local clinical experts.
• Build relationships with site leads, clinicians and stakeholders to align clinical and operational priorities, advance regional goals and share lessons and resources across Ontario Health regions.

Education And Experience

Here is what you will need to be successful:

• A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a preference for a degree in health science, health administration, business administration or a related discipline.
• A Master’s degree in one of the disciplines above is an asset.
• Project management certification is an asset (i.e., PMP).
• Three (3) years of project management experience is required, with a strong preference for project experience within the health care sector.
• Experience with palliative care initiatives is an asset.
• Experience with community health organizations or long-term care homes is an asset.
• A strong understanding of regional priorities and local health care needs, within Ontario’s health care landscape.

Knowledge And Skills

• A commitment to developing a coordinated and standardized approach for delivering palliative care services for all people in Ontario, regardless of their age or illness.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act, and the Excellent Care for All Act.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Ability to successfully execute large-scale, complex initiatives.
• Excels in a fast-paced and objective-based environment.
• Superior attention to detail with excellent organization and time management skills.
• Able to prioritize, effectively anticipate and respond to issues as they arise.
• Aptitude for proactive problem solving, by recommending thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of complex problems.
• A strong understanding of the continuum of care, including clinical processes, with the ability to facilitate the effective use of clinical data for quality improvement purposes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Supports the advancement of equity, inclusion, and diversity across Ontario's health care system.
• Commitment to engage with First Nations, Indigenous, Métis and urban Indigenous peoples as they self-determine their own approach to palliative care.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Visio and Excel.

Location:

Ontario Health (OH) welcomes applications from candidates across Ontario. Please note that this role follows an in-office work model, requiring employees to work from a designated, approved Ontario Health location.

Employment Type

Permanent Full time

Contract Length

N/A

Salary Band

Band 4

External Application Deadline Date

November 13, 2026

All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.

Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.

Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.