Urgent and Primary Care Centres (UPCC) Medical Director - Mission

Fraser Health Authority; Mission; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Director for the Urgent and Primary Care Centre in Mission. This role focuses on fostering patient safety and effective clinical systems while leading a collaborative team. The successful candidate will engage in quality improvement, oversee clinic operations, and promote a respectful workplace. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact community health positively while enjoying the natural beauty of Mission. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and inclusion in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Current licensure with CPSBC and CCFP required.
• At least two years of healthcare leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate delivery of services by clinic physicians.
• Engage physicians in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Leadership in healthcare

Quality improvement

Communication skills

Healthcare operations knowledge

Education

CPSBC Licensure

CCFP Certification

Management training

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an innovative physician to join our team as a Medical Director (MD) for the Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) in Mission. The MD will foster a culture of patient and care-team safety and clinical effectiveness, with a focus on patient- and family-centered clinical system design. The successful candidate will lead by example, addressing site needs within the broader health delivery system and multiple service requirements. Flexibility to work partially on-site is available. If this excites you, we welcome your application to join our collaborative team.

This position reports to the Regional Medical Director (RMD) for Primary Care Integration.

Community: Mission

Situated on a coastal mountain slope overlooking the Fraser River valley, Mission is a rapidly growing rural community known for its natural beauty and cultural roots. It is historically significant as the site of Canada’s first train robbery and British Columbia’s first rail link to the United States.

Key Areas of Involvement

Effective Delivery of Clinical Services

• Ensure clinic physicians deliver services appropriately within the UPCC remit.

Quality and Utilization Monitoring/Improvement

• Engage physician members in multidisciplinary quality improvement and utilization management activities.
• Involve Family Physicians in reviews and standards of medical practice.
• Investigate complaints related to physician care, collaborating with the RMD as needed.

Administration

• Attend UPCC Medical Directors meetings coordinated by the RMD.
• Serve as a communication link between Fraser Health leadership and the clinic regarding objectives and issues.
• Contribute to policies and guidelines on medical/clinical matters.
• Promote health and wellness among department members and foster a respectful workplace.
• Review physician resource needs with clinic management and regional bodies.
• Assist in the recruitment of new physicians.
• Mediate disputes involving clinic physicians.

Medical Legal Issues

• Identify potential liability and legal issues, advising the RMD and Legal Counsel as necessary.

Qualifications & Experience

• Current licensure with CPSBC and CCFP, plus at least two years of healthcare leadership experience.
• Additional management training and academic leadership experience are preferred.
• Proven leadership in organizational change within primary care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of primary care clinic operations, staffing, budgeting, quality improvement, and service delivery.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills in leadership contexts.

Term

The appointment as UPCC Medical Director is for three years, renewable based on performance reviews.

Expenses

Reimbursed upon receipt in accordance with Fraser Health’s policies.

Time Commitment

0.2 FTE

Compensation

Stipend

Qualifications

CCFP, CPSBC Full

Location

Urgent and Primary Care Centre - Mission

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health serves over two million residents in Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley, committed to diversity, inclusion, and environmental sustainability. We value respect and trust in our workplace and are dedicated to equitable hiring practices.