Interim Manager, Critical Care

Leadership Recruitment & Talent Management Consultant at LHSC 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) Posting Information Posting Period: January 8 – January 15, 2026 Salary: $130,182.00 - $162,747.00 per year Who We Are London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world‑class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada’s largest acute‑care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world‑class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. The Critical Care program is a city‑wide program with units at both University Hospital and Victoria Hospital. The Critical Care Trauma Center (CCTC) at Victoria Hospital is a 35‑bed medical‑surgical‑trauma unit. The CCTC cares for patients who require intensive care after trauma or surgical procedures (including vascular, thoracic, gynecology and otolaryngology), obstetrical complications, cancer, sepsis (serious infections) or complex medical disorders (including respiratory, neurological, cardiovascular and renal diseases). CCTC is a referral centre for the South West Local Health Integration Network (SW‑LHIN). The Intensive Care Unit at University Hospital is divided into two distinct patient care areas: the Medical Surgical Unit (MSICU) and the Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU). The Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU) is a 27‑bed, level three critical care unit that specialises in the care of various patient populations such as neurosurgical, transplantation, medical and general surgery patients. The Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSICU) is a 14‑bed interdisciplinary unit that specialises in the care of patients ranging from routine post‑operative recovery following cardiac surgery to the management of critically ill cardiac surgery patients with multisystem organ failure. CCOTs are critical care intensivist‑led nurse and respiratory therapist‑based teams. CCOTs bring critical care support beyond the walls of the ICU to high‑risk patients on inpatient units. These teams provide a complementary and effective patient safety and critical care resource to LHSC. The CCOTs enhance the Pre‑Arrest model and the level of care for patients at risk through ongoing assessment, early intervention, rapid response and proactive consultation. This is a temporary position with the approximate length of the contract being February 2026 – September 2027. What the Role is Reporting to the Director, Critical Care, Trauma and Respiratory Therapy, the Interim Manager, Critical Care directs, controls and evaluates the delivery of department services. They are responsible for translating decisions of the program leadership into execution, by utilising relationship management and working with internal and external partners to achieve the necessary outcomes. The Manager ensures their team and department operations are aligned with our mission, vision and values, while working together to successfully achieve our strategic objectives. This role is accountable for day‑to‑day department activities, including the management of human and material resources, day‑to‑day staffing and scheduling, development and support of a healthy workplace, risk and utilisation measurements, and facilitation of improvement initiatives and change management, while operating within approved operational budgets and financial guidelines and controls. A major focus of the role is fostering effective working relationships and networks within the team/unit and with other teams across the organization. NOTE: this role may be required to be on‑call. Who You Are You are self-aware of own assumptions, values, principles, strengths and limitations You manage and develop self while modelling qualities such as honesty, integrity, resilience, and confidence You engage and support others to foster development, personal goals and encourage a healthy organisation You achieve results by strategically aligning direction, decisions, actions and evaluation with the vision, values and evidence You facilitate an environment of collaboration and cooperation You create connections, build partnerships and networks You demonstrate a commitment to the organisational vision, mission, values and service excellence You are a transformational thinker that encourages and supports innovation You have exceptional analytical skills that contribute to effective decision‑making You are self‑directed, courageous, and highly motivated with excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills What Skills Are Needed Planning and executing action plans that deliver results and motivate individuals for greater performance excellence Strong business acumen Values‑based leadership and a proven track record for developing and sustaining healthy work environments and effective teams while leading in a performance‑driven culture Lead and drive system transformation Develop self and others through teaching, coaching, mentoring and formal development processes Strong analytical skills that contribute to effective problem solving and decision‑making What You Will Bring with You Successful completion of a recognised baccalaureate degree program in a health care related discipline preferred Related post‑graduate education preferred Current Certificate of Registration from a college recognised under the Regulated Health Professions Act preferred Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in progressively more responsible leadership roles in a healthcare environment, preferably in an acute care academic teaching hospital Previous clinical and/or management experience in acute care preferred Preference and consideration will be given to active members of the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) who have, or are in the process of attaining the Canadian Health Executive (CHE) Select certification program Demonstrated clinical excellence experience including high quality and safe patient care and exceptional patient/family experiences Ability to effectively work with diversity, appreciating that different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics can bring richness to the challenge at hand Fluent and computer literate with computer systems such as email and Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint) Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis How to Apply Apply through London Health Sciences Centre’s career website at https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers, Job ID #108115. Submission Requirements (please submit as a PDF document) Cover Letter, Resume and Listing of Education, Credentials, Certifications and References. As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written profile, presentations, etc. Please be advised that reference checks may be conducted as part of the selection process. Immunisation Requirements Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC’s Health Review Requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC. Additional Information London Health Sciences Centre fosters a culture of patient and staff safety whereby all employees are guided by LHSC’s Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct. LHSC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position. Reason for Posting: Existing Vacancy. Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Administrative, Management, and Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) by 2x. 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