Manager, Respiratory Services and Clinics – Full time – Markham Site

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

What we are looking for:

As a visionary, creative, self-directed regulated health professional leader, you will lead an interprofessional team by supporting and overseeing the day-to-day operations including quality management, utilization, financial and human resources management as well as staff education and practice enhancement. You will serve as a role model in the strategic planning, program development and maintenance of an organizational culture that ensures support and commitment to the vision, mission and goals of the unit and the organization.

In collaboration with the medical interprofessional team and professional practice representatives, you will lead the healthcare team by supporting and overseeing all aspects of day-to-day operations of Respiratory Therapy Department as well as the Centre for Respiratory Health, including the diagnostic sleep lab. You will also be responsible for the day to day operations of Clinic 2. Experience in retail will be considered an asset.  You will also be responsible for various management responsibilities which support structure and process standards including strategic roadmaps, policies and procedures, leading teams on large and small scale initiatives and establishment of safety behaviors while ensuring compliance with legislative and professional standards.  In addition, you will be responsible to develop and manage budgets to support our dynamic programs and develop human resources plans to meet present and future program needs.   The successful candidate will work to support corporate strategies and standardization within all clinics.

An interprofessional with well developed clinical leadership and critical-thinking skills, you will successfully lead the interdisciplinary health-care team by supporting and overseeing day-to-day operations including staff education, practice enhancement, quality management as well as utilization, financial and human resource management.  

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Masters preferred, or intent to complete within 3 -5 years
• Minimum of 5 years of recent clinical experience in a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of recent management experience preferred
• Knowledge and or experience working with outpatient clinics preferred
• Demonstrated evidence of innovative leadership and critical thinking
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, organization and collaborative skills
• Exceptional problem solving skills, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent human resources, financial and information management skills
• Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, internet, e-mail, etc.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach and support effective team building and functioning
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required
• Demonstrated clinical leadership skills and previous experience in project management is essential

Compensation:

Band C: $55.39 – 69.27

Annual Salary: $108,010.50 – 135,076.50

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement 

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.