Medical Director for BC First Nations Health Initiatives
2 days ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Medical Director to lead our medical staff and initiatives in BC's First Nations health sector. As a key member of our team, you will provide strategic leadership and expertise in medical governance, credentialing, and contracting.
Responsibilities include developing and implementing human resource strategies, establishing qualifications, recruitment, compensation models, cultural safety standards, continuing medical education, leadership development programs, and more. You will also work closely with provincial and federal authorities to advance medical governance matters and integrate the medical staff lens into project planning and decision-making processes.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and wellness of BC's First Nations communities. If you have a strong background in public health administration, healthcare administration, or business administration, and experience working with medical staff, Indigenous individuals, and communities, we encourage you to apply.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health Administration, Health Care Administration, or Business Administration, or relevant field;
- Master's degree an asset;
- Relevant, recent, and significant experience working with medical staff and within BC's healthcare system (usually acquired over 8-10 years);
- Experience working with Indigenous individuals, communities, and/or organizations in health and wellness;
- Experience planning, supervising, and evaluating programs and services;
- In-depth knowledge of FNHA's work, the health and wellness landscape, and governance model in BC as related to First Nations;
- Knowledge of Physician compensation models, the Physician Master Agreement, Joint Standing Committees, and contract templates;
- Knowledge of Nurse Practitioners' contracts and compensation models;
- In-depth knowledge of First Nations health and wellness system needs and social determinants of health in BC;
- Knowledge of the Primary Care landscape in BC, particularly as related to BC First Nation-led projects;
- Knowledge and understanding of Public Health systems and Indigenous health systems in BC.
Benefits and Opportunities:
- Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31% (after 3 months);
- 4 weeks' vacation, increasing to 5 weeks, plus 5 personal days, 1 volunteer day, and 14 public holidays; access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life from day one of employment;
- Ongoing professional development opportunities and support for leadership growth;
- A commitment to respecting diversity within our workforce and providing a safe and inclusive environment.
How to Apply: Please submit your application if you believe this role aligns with your skills and experience.
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