Medical Director – Physician Health Program

Medical Director – Physician Health Program Doctors Manitoba is looking for a Medical Director – Physician Health Program to lead clinical programs that support physicians and medical learners throughout Manitoba. The role will provide strategic direction and oversight for all clinical service delivery of the Doctors Manitoba Physician Health Program. Responsibilities include providing group and individual peer support services, clinical oversight and support to the clinical team, program and quality improvement, and partnership building with other organizations involved in supporting physician and medical learner health and wellness. Independent Contractor – 704 hours annually (approximately 2 days per week) Key duties include Adhere to all requirements outlined by CPSM for Medical Directors in an institutional setting, including compliance with the Code of Ethics. Ensure Doctors Manitoba physician health programming is aligned with the strategic plan and responsive to all Doctors Manitoba members. Provide clinical direction, case management, support, and quality improvement direction to Doctors Manitoba physician health program clinicians. Facilitate recovery- and mental‑health‑focused peer support groups. Lead Doctors Manitoba clinical support for a critical incident involving a physician or medical learner health. Work with the Doctors Manitoba‑funded external physician health programs to ensure that clinical, educational, and supportive programming is effective and responsive to members’ health and wellness needs. Collaborate with CPSM as needed to support physicians and medical learners who may be involved with the CPSM physician health program, including preparing undertaking and program compliance reports. Develop and foster relationships with physicians, internal/external partners, medical communities, educational institutions, and regulatory bodies to engage partners in understanding and to act as an advocate in addressing system‑level issues affecting physician and medical learner health and wellness. Maintain awareness of health and medical trends and issues, identify opportunities to promote Doctors Manitoba and PHP support services, and participate in initiatives, conferences, and education sessions. Deliver educational sessions related to physician and medical learner health and wellness. Participate in research and evaluation activities as required. Qualifications Education Medical Doctor licensed to practice medicine independently in Manitoba. Certification or experience in Psychiatry, Mental Health, Addictions Medicine, or Occupational Health is beneficial. Additional physician leadership and physician‑led peer support certification or training are assets. Completion of anti‑Indigenous racism, other forms of racism, and anti‑oppression education. Experience Minimum 10 years practicing medicine is preferred. Minimum 2 years developing and/or providing peer support or other physician health programming. Lived experience and recovery in mental health or addictions is considered an asset. Work Environment In‑office daytime, evening, and some weekend hours, mostly in Winnipeg, with some provincial and national travel based on need. Compensation Independent Contractor rates as articulated in the Physician Services Agreement. How to apply Send your cover letter and CV to us at by January 4, 2026. (Applications accepted only via email – LinkedIn applications are not accepted.) About Doctors Manitoba We see our members—physicians and future physicians—as heroes. While they are busy taking care of their patients, we help take care of them. We are their fiercest supporter, leader, advocate, and ally. Our mission focuses on strengthening and supporting the whole physician, including not only their economic well‑being but also their physical and mental health and their professional interests. Every day, we work to ensure that every physician has what they need to deliver exceptional care to Manitobans. Founded in 1908, Doctors Manitoba (formerly the Manitoba Medical Association) is the professional association of Manitoba physicians, resident‑physicians, and medical students. We support and administer numerous programs for physicians, including Physician Health & Wellness, Mentorship, Continuing Professional Development, Maternity/Parental Benefits, Professional Liability Insurance Fund, and Physician Retention. For more information, please visit . Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement Doctors Manitoba is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff benefits and enriches the work environment and is essential to organizational excellence. We welcome applications from all individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self‑identify at the time of application. Seniority level Director Employment type Contract Job function Health Care Provider Industries Non‑profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr