. Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours.

. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days.

At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

Pour obtenir une traduction en français de l’offre d’emploi suivante, veuillez envoyer un courriel à [email protected]. Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours.

To obtain a French translation of the following job posting, please email [email protected]. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days. At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

What Ontario Health offers:
Role
At Ontario Health, your growth and well-being aren’t just supported—they’re celebrated every step of the way. Here, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping a fulfilling and sustainable career. Based on your role, you may receive:

Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family’s health

Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support your overall well-being

A premium defined benefit pension plan, ensuring long-term financial security

Competitive vacation entitlement that encourages time to rest and recharge

Three personal days and two float days annually, providing added flexibility to support work-life balance, in addition to vacation days

Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive in your profession

A collaborative, values-driven workplace where integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity shape everything we do

Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion, fostering belonging, equity,



and the sharing of diverse perspectives across our team

Here Is What You Will Be Doing
Strategic Leadership

Lead the design, evolution, and delivery of Ontario's Critical Care Services Ontario using the Quadruple Aim framework.

Develop and execute strategic priorities that support regional critical care service delivery and health system transformation.

Provide expert leadership on complex critical care initiatives, policy development, and system-wide improvement opportunities.

Partner with government and healthcare leaders to advance innovative, evidence-informed solutions.

Operational Excellence

Translate organizational strategy, performance data, and stakeholder needs into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

Oversee program performance, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leverage data, analytics, and system insights to identify challenges, inform decision-making, and drive sustainable results.

Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and resource allocation to support strategic objectives.

Stakeholder & System Partnerships

Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior healthcare leaders, hospitals, clinicians, government partners, and external organizations.

Provide strategic guidance to support regional and provincial critical care priorities.

Represent Ontario Health on provincial committees, advisory groups, and stakeholder forums.

Foster collaboration across the health system to advance shared priorities and improve patient outcomes.

Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of specialized professionals.

Create an inclusive, collaborative, and creative culture focused on excellence, accountability, and continuous learning.

Drive employee engagement, succession planning, talent development, and performance management.

Inspire and empower teams to deliver meaningful impact across the healthcare system.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of critical care in Ontario while leading high-impact initiatives that improve outcomes for patients, providers, and the healthcare system as a whole.

Here is what you will need to be successful:
Education and Experience

Master of Health Administration (MHA), MBA in Healthcare, Master of Public Health (MPH), or similar

Regulated Health Professional in good standing with their College preferred

Expertise in Critical care

10 years of leadership experience,



overseeing strategy, policy, projects, delivery, and information management

Experience in leadership roles in complex health care organizations is an important prerequisite for this position

Expert that understands extremely complex business needs and focuses on definitive solutions beyond the functional group and considers the Acute and Hospital Based Care (AHBC) strategy and mandate

Broad understanding of changing priorities, trends, legislative requirements and/or other internal and external emerging issues and their potential impacts on goals, priorities, and activities within the function and across the organization

Knowledge And Skills

Proven track record of successfully performing in at a leadership level position within relevant areas of focus.

Evidence of experience in the successful development, implementation, and monitoring of operational, performance, accountability, and quality improvement initiatives at both strategic and operational levels.

Ability to provide senior level advice and guidance on complex operational management, expansion and issue intervention needed to meet current demands and the evolving organizational needs and healthcare system requirements

Strong skills in community and stakeholder engagement and facilitation.

Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills and evidence of ability to promote and maintain interpersonal relationships and strategic partnerships.

Responsible for the effective development and execution of strategic corporate projects

Lead contact and decision maker for specific organization-wide initiatives

Sole advocate, decision maker for the designated operational area/program

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Location: Ontario Health (OH) welcomes applications from candidates across Ontario. Please note that this role follows an in-office work model, requiring employees to work from a designated, approved Ontario Health location.

Employment Type

Permanent Full time

Contract Length

N/A

Salary Band

Band 9

External Application Deadline Date

August 14, 2026

All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.

Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.

Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email [email protected] and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.

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📌 Director, Critical Care Services Ontario
🏢 Ontario Health | Santé Ontario
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