Req ID: 225783
Location: CentralZone,Mumford Professional Centre
Department: PHC STRAT-ROBUST PRACTICE SUPPORT-CCZ
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT(100%) x 1
Management/Non UnionP osition
Posting Closing Date: 14-Sep-26

About the Opportunity
The Business Manager reports to the Health Services Director, Primary Health Care, Central Zone, and works in collaboration with the portfolio Leadership Team to support the business operations of the program, services and functional units of Primary Health Care, Central Zone. The Business Manager is responsible for managing new and existing contracts with family practices, vendors and other partners of NSH and oversees and participates in RFP processes for the portfolio. The Business Manager is responsible for providing business/financial expertise and analysis to ensure that the portfolio goals and objectives, and the overall strategic plan are achieved through evidence based decision making. The Business Manager is critical to the overall success of the of the portfolio by making effective business decision to maximize the available budget and promote efficient use of resources. In the clinical setting, the Business Manager is recognized as the key contact accountable for financial and statistical analysis, business operations and planning. In addition, the Business Manager will support the data quality of the Primary Health Care, CZ portfolio including the alignment of data onto the organization’s data programs (eg. Tableau). The business manager will supervise a small team that will assist in their work.

About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:





Graduate of a post-secondary degree/program in business, Health Administration or equivalent combination of training and or experience with emphasis on financial management

Three to five years management experience required, preferable in a health care environment

Professional designation and/or MBA preferred

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Project management training or certificate an asset

Project management and change management experience

Experience working and managing in unionized health care environment preferred

Knowledge of financial information system, payroll system, budget processes and collective agreement terms

Highly developed presentation and report writing skills

Demonstrated leadership, communication , problem-solving and, teamwork skills

Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills

Effective interpersonal and group management skills

Well developed time management and priority setting skills

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays





Compensation and Benefits
Pay Scale Type: Management
Band: 5
Hourly Rate: $45.75 - $56.04
Annual Salary: $89,205.21 - $109,276.38

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

health, dental, and travel insurance

long-term disability and life insurance coverage

a defined benefit pension plan

Additional wellness, development and employee support programs

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver creative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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📌 Business Manager - Primary Health Care (Nova Scotia)
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