The Ontario Medical Association (OMA) represents approximately 50,000 physicians, medical students and retired physicians across the province. Founded in 1880, the OMA advocates for the medical profession, negotiates physician compensation and agreements with the Ontario government, and provides services that support physicians in their practices and careers. The OMA also plays a central role in shaping health care in Ontario and is one of Canada’s most influential provincial medical associations. The opportunity We’re looking for an accomplished physician leader to help shape how the OMA supports, serves and engages Ontario’s physicians. This newly created role brings together key areas of the OMA’s work to deliver a more connected experience for members. As Executive Vice-President, Member Experience and Physician Services (EVP), you will lead a cross-functional team of experts responsible for improving the member experience, delivering services that support physicians in their careers and practices, creating meaningful ways for physicians to participate in the OMA and helping physicians navigate changes arising from new health system policies, programs and models of care. Reporting to the CEO, you will develop an integrated member experience strategy that strengthens physicians’ trust in the OMA, demonstrates the value of membership at every career stage and creates meaningful opportunities for physicians to connect, collaborate and lead.   What you bring You will be an accomplished physician leader who can build trusted relationships and lead effectively in a highly complex and evolving environment. A clear communicator and experienced people leader, you will bring strong political and governance acumen and work effectively with physicians, system partners and other diverse stakeholders. Drawing on your experience leading significant transformation, member engagement or service delivery initiatives, you will turn insights into effective strategies and services and bring cross-functional teams together around shared goals. You are motivated by the opportunity to strengthen Ontario’s physician community and lead through influence as the health care system continues to evolve.   Experience and qualifications An MD or equivalent medical degree is strongly preferred, given the importance of credibility with physicians and a deep understanding of the medical profession. The OMA will also consider candidates with a university degree in health administration, business, public policy, communications or a related field, combined with significant senior leadership experience. An MBA, MHA or comparable graduate degree is an asset. Candidates must have substantial executive experience leading a complex portfolio focused on services, membership, health care or stakeholder engagement. They must also understand Ontario’s health care system, governance and the issues affecting physicians, patients and the broader healthcare system. To apply, please contact Boyden partners Pamela Colquhoun and Jim Stonehouse through Kathy Luu, senior associate, at kluu@boyden.com .   The successful candidate is expected to begin in January 2027. The Ontario Medical Association is strongly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. 

Land acknowledgement: Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty. Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations. Who you are: A healthcare leader who embodies our core values of Respect, Trust, Commitment, Compassion, and Courage. A patient-centered leader committed to delivering the highest standards of care to every patient, every day A collaborative team player with outstanding communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills. Passionate about innovation, operational excellence, and making a positive impact on patients, families, and team members. What We Need: Oak Valley Health is looking for an experienced operational leader to serve as Director, People Development and Wellbeing. Reporting to the Vice President, People and CHRO, this role is accountable for the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of Organizational Development, Learning and Leadership Development, Employee Experience, Occupational Health & Safety, Workplace Wellbeing, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB). The Director translates OVH's People Plan 2026–2029 into annual work plans, dependable services and measurable improvements, particularly in Well-being and Belonging and Leadership and Growth. Working through managers and professional teams, the Director establishes priorities, service standards and clear accountabilities; manages budgets and resources; and resolves operational issues across the portfolio. The successful candidate brings practical experience implementing and sustaining programs that improve employee and leader capability, performance, engagement, health and safety. This role requires sound judgment, active team leadership and the ability to balance daily service needs with planned improvements that support exceptional care and an extraordinary patient and employee experience. Key Responsibilities: Portfolio Operations and Team Leadership Lead day-to-day portfolio operations through managers and professional teams, ensuring responsive, consistent and coordinated services across OVH sites. Translate approved People Plan priorities into annual operating plans with clear deliverables, owners, timelines and measures; monitor progress and address barriers to delivery. Manage portfolio budgets, staffing, workload and external service providers; align resources to priorities and deliver within approved funding. Coach and develop direct reports, set performance expectations, address performance concerns and build team capacity and succession coverage. Maintain a portfolio scorecard covering service delivery, program outcomes and risks; use results and employee and leader feedback to improve services. Talent Development Learning and Performance Management Lead the design, delivery and evaluation of leadership development, employee learning, talent development and succession planning programs aligned with operational needs. Identify capability gaps with leaders and subject matter experts; translate needs assessments into practical development plans and accessible learning opportunities. Implement and maintain the performance and development review cycle, including goal setting, feedback, development planning, manager tools and training; monitor completion and quality in partnership with HR Business Partners. Oversee learning schedules, content quality and program delivery; facilitate sessions and coach leaders when needed, and assess whether learning improves workplace practice. Ensure effective use of the learning management system, including Workday LMS, for enrolment, learning records, completion reporting and evaluation; coordinate system improvements with HR Operations and Digital/IT. Employee Experience Culture and Equity Diversity Inclusion & Belonging Coordinate employee engagement and People Pulse surveys, communicate findings and support leaders to implement and track meaningful action plans. Deliver onboarding, recognition, team effectiveness and organizational development programs that respond to identified needs and support retention, psychological safety and OVH values. Implement approved EDIB priorities through inclusive learning, leadership practices and employee programs; identify barriers and track actions and outcomes with relevant partners. Support leaders with facilitation, coaching and practical change management tools to implement new practices and strengthen team effectiveness and accountability. Occupational Health Safety and Workplace Wellbeing Lead Occupational Health & Safety and workplace wellbeing services through qualified professionals, ensuring timely service, appropriate clinical oversight and protection of confidential employee health information. Oversee employee health programs, disability and WSIB case management, attendance support, accommodation and safe return to work; coordinate complex matters with HR Business Partners, Labour Relations and operational leaders. Ensure effective workplace safety processes, including hazard identification, incident review, workplace violence prevention, corrective action follow-up and support for Joint Health and Safety Committees. Maintain portfolio policies, reporting and audit readiness to support applicable legislative, regulatory and accreditation requirements; address identified gaps and escalate unresolved risks. Use injury, absence, disability and wellbeing trends to target prevention and early intervention, evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements with operational partners. What you bring to the role: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Health Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience. CHRL or an equivalent professional designation is preferred. Relevant learning and development, coaching, occupational health and safety, or change management certification is an asset. 8 to 10 years of progressive experience in People & Culture, organizational development, talent management or related operational services, preferably in a complex healthcare environment. At least 5 years of formal leadership experience, including accountability for multidisciplinary teams, budgets, service delivery and implementation of organization-wide programs. Demonstrated direct experience designing, implementing and evaluating talent development, leadership learning and performance management programs, including manager tools, training and sustained adoption. Experience leading Occupational Health & Safety, disability management, attendance support and workplace wellbeing services in a complex, unionized environment. Experience delivering employee engagement, organizational development and EDIB initiatives, with evidence of practical improvements and measurable outcomes. Working knowledge of relevant Ontario employment, occupational health and safety, accessibility, human rights and privacy requirements, collective agreements and healthcare accreditation expectations. Strong operational planning, financial management, project delivery and continuous improvement skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands and resolve service issues. Effective facilitation, coaching, communication and relationship-building skills, with sound judgment and discretion in sensitive employee and organizational matters. Ability to interpret workforce and program data, develop useful measures and turn findings into actions. Experience with HR information systems, learning management systems and survey platforms; Workday experience is an asset. Work Schedule:   Full-time, days. Due to the 24/7 nature of hospital operations, occasional early morning, evening, weekend or after-hours availability may be required to support operational needs, major implementations, critical staffing issues or escalation events. Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Overview The Chief of the Department has the primary responsibility for organizing and overseeing the medical care within the Emergency Department, including physician credentialing and privileges, individual performance evaluation and discipline. The Chief of Department position will be open to active medical staff members within the Emergency Medicine department, and external applicants eligible for credentialing as active medical staff.   The Chief will be expected to maintain a clinical practice in Emergency Medicine at WRHN.   Position Summary and Accountabilities This is a senior medical position in the Department of Emergency Medicine. The position will be appointed by the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network. The Chief of the Department, through the Chief of Staff, is responsible to the Board for the quality of medical care provided to patients by the members of the Department.   The Chief of the Department is accountable to the Chief of Staff as well as to the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network.   The Chief of the Department will: Be a member of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) and its’ subcommittees as required. Hold at least ten (10) monthly departmental meetings in each year and ensure minutes are made available to the MAC through the Chief of Staff Office. Fulfill the functions and responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the principles and expectations described within the Public Hospitals Act and the Hospital’s Bylaws. Act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the hospital. Provide leadership to the members of the department in the establishment of an interdisciplinary approach to patient-centered care. Collaborate with the representatives of other disciplines and other medical departments to create an environment that promotes commitment to evidence based practices and improved patient outcomes. Collaborate with the Medical Directors on matters pertaining to the overall operation of the department. Perform such additional duties as may be outlined from time to time.   M edical Staff Oversee and supervise the professional care provided by the medical staff within the department and advise the Chief of Staff and the CEO of the Hospital of any patient who is not receiving appropriate treatment and care. Foster an environment that supports patient-focused health care and the implementation of a knowledge-based culture to support enhanced patient services. Participate in the orientation of new medical staff. Collaborate with the hospitals regarding physician complaints. Participate in review of privileges and performance evaluations for departmental medical staff. Promote and foster the academic and professional development of department members including establishing and implementing formal weekly educational rounds. Responsible for discipline of departmental members in regard to matters of patient care, cooperation with hospital employees, and documentation of care. Promote a work environment that facilitates the recruitment and retention of staff.   Qualifications Member of the Active Medical Staff. Demonstrated clinical competence and excellent judgment and maintain respect of their peers of their specialty and others. Demonstrates an appropriate understanding of the purpose and functions of the medical staff organization and its structure. Committed to high quality patient care. Possess leadership ability, including objectivity, maturity, self-confidence, and a willingness to approach problems with honesty and integrity.   Quality Along with the Chief of Staff advise the Medical Advisory Committee with respect to quality of care and patient care issues. Ensure compliance with Hospital’s policies, objectives and rules. Encourage the constant improvement of departmental and programmatic clinical standards and service. Develop strategies to promote clinical efficiency and effective resource utilization within the Program. Collaborate with the Medical Director(s) to monitor, analyze, and evaluate aspects of quality, and risk within the Department and implement changes that promote high-quality patient outcomes through best clinical practices. Support and collaborate with, regional and provincial emergency medical service initiatives that are consistent with the WRHN strategic direction.   Term of Office The appointment of a Chief of a Department shall be for three (3) to five (5) years. The Chief of a Department shall continue to hold office until a successor is appointed. The Board of Directors will appoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee and the Selection Committee. The Chief of a Department may be re-appointed to a second three (3) to five (5) year term. The Board of Directors will reappoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee, as proposed by the Chief of Staff. To inform their recommendation, the Chief of Staff will utilize the Department Chief performance evaluation process. After the completion of two (2) consecutive terms, the position of Department Chief will be opened. Interested candidates will be interviewed by a Selection Committee, and the outgoing Department Chief is welcome to re-apply.     Performance Evaluation   The Chief of Department will meet with the Chief of Staff to establish performance goals and key deliverables for the role based on the specific needs of the Department. They will continue to meet on an ongoing basis at mutually agreed upon times to discuss ongoing needs, concerns and progress in achieving performance goals and key deliverables.   The Chief of Department will also meet with their direct reports ex. division leads at mutually agreed upon times to discuss performance goals and responsibilities at the division level and ways in which the Chief can help to support key objectives.   At the end of each three-year term, a 360° performance appraisal of the of a Department shall be conducted. It shall include evaluations done by the Chief of Staff, VP Medical and Academic Affairs, Clinical VP, Clinical Director, Peers and Self.   The Chief of Staff will use the feedback received through the mandated touchpoints and the performance appraisals to inform their decision on whether or not to recommend the reappointment of a Chief.   Position Commitment 2 days/week