Chief Medical Officer – Port Alberni, West Coast

2 months ago


Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada Island Health Full time
Chief Medical Officer – Port Alberni, West Coast

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The Chief Medical Officer - Port Alberni, West Coast is a pivotal leadership role that collaborates with a co-leader to ensure the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. This position requires proactive engagement with various stakeholders, including patients, to foster ongoing enhancements in service quality. The role reports to both an Executive Medical Director and an Executive Director.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Leadership: Co-manages and supervises initiatives to guarantee that program services are delivered efficiently, effectively, and cohesively across Island Health facilities; Collaborates with relevant Departmental Medical Leaders to address physician governance issues, including matters related to professional medical practice.
  • Operations & Quality: Develops and implements frameworks to involve physicians and staff in the continuous enhancement of service delivery; Jointly monitors the program budget and performance with the co-leader, making necessary adjustments; Ensures thorough investigation and resolution of incidents reported through the Patient Safety Learning System and Patient Care Quality Office.
  • Change Management: Co-creates and executes change management strategies to engage and support physicians and staff during transitions.
  • Informatics: Oversees initiatives that promote the use of technology and data to enhance service delivery, particularly through the Electronic Health Records (EHR) in partnership with the Quality Systems team.
  • Planning: Evaluates, tracks, and anticipates program resource requirements, collaborating with medical and administrative leaders to prioritize these needs within the available resources.

Community Overview:

Port Alberni is a picturesque coastal city with a population of 18,000, nestled in the stunning Alberni Valley, surrounded by remarkable natural beauty.

This temperate valley climate provides a wide range of outdoor activities throughout the year. As the gateway to the Pacific Rim communities, including Tofino & Ucluelet, and Long Beach, renowned as Canada's top surfing destination, Port Alberni offers easy access to premier recreational opportunities on Vancouver Island. It has also earned the title of the official 'Ultimate Fishing Town' in Canada, with world-class skiing on Mt. Washington just a short drive away.

Port Alberni is a family-oriented community featuring affordable housing and robust public education systems. The community spirit is vibrant, reflected in numerous activities for children, including programs in music, dance, gymnastics, and various team sports such as soccer, baseball, hockey, and lacrosse. Sproat Lake, located nearby, serves as an ideal setting for family living.

Situated within a 60-minute drive from Nanaimo, Port Alberni offers convenient access to urban amenities while retaining the charm and character of a rural community.

Job Types: Medical Leadership

Department: Medical & Academic Affairs

City: Port Alberni

Contact: For more information please contact:

Darsey Batchelor, Medical Staff Recruiter

Active member of the Island Health Medical Staff

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