Apply By:Tuesday, September 29, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Physician and Provider Services Division / Provider Services Branch

If you're a physician looking for a meaningful next step in your career, this is an opportunity to apply your clinical expertise beyond direct patient care and help shape the future of Ontario's health system. As a Medical Consultant, you'll use your medical knowledge, understanding of physician remuneration, and familiarity with the OHIP Schedule of Benefits to review complex cases, assess appeals, interpret legislation and policy, and provide evidence-based recommendations that influence healthcare practices and program integrity across the province. Working alongside policy professionals, legal experts, and healthcare stakeholders, you'll play a key role in informing decisions that have a lasting impact on patients, providers, and the public healthcare system.

Join a collaborative team of medical, policy, and program professionals dedicated to strengthening Ontario's healthcare system. This unique opportunity allows you to leverage your clinical expertise to influence health policy, support evidence-based decision-making, and contribute to the integrity and sustainability of provincial health programs.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

- Comprehensive benefits
- Defined pension plan
- Collegial and professional work culture
- Growth opportunities and development opportunities across multiple business areas
- Flexible work arrangements

About the job

Role Summary





The Medical Consultant provides professional medical leadership and expertise to support the delivery and oversight of Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) eligibility programs. The position focuses on:

- Support for negotiations with the Ontario Medical Association related to physician remuneration
- Medical review and adjudication of health program surgical adjudication matters
- Accountability and oversight of publicly funded health services
- Strategic advice on health policy and program delivery
- Supporting responsible governance of OHIP-funded services across Ontario

Your ability to align your team's efforts with broader organizational goals will be key to your success, and to the success of the people we serve.

Meet Your New Team

The Provider Services Branch plays a vital role in supporting the effective administration and accountability of Ontario's publicly funded health care system. Working at the intersection of medicine, policy, and program delivery, the branch collaborates with healthcare professionals, government partners, and stakeholders to support the fair and effective delivery of insured health services. As part of a team of experienced professionals, you will contribute your clinical expertise to complex medical and policy matters that help shape programs, inform decision-making, and strengthen healthcare services for Ontarians across the province.





What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

- Medical Degree from a university of recognized standing
- Valid license to practice medicine in the Province of Ontario.

Medical Knowledge and Health System Expertise

- Medical Degree from a university of recognized standing and a valid licence to practise medicine in Ontario.
- Demonstrated understanding of clinical practices, treatments, standards of care, and the application of medical evidence.
- Knowledge of Ontario's healthcare system, including OHIP, physician remuneration models, and the Schedule of Benefits for Physician Services
- Ability to apply medical expertise to assess complex cases, interpret healthcare information, and provide sound recommendations.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex medical, policy, and program issues.
- Experience conducting research, interpreting data, and assessing evidence to support decision-making.
- Ability to identify risks, trends, and emerging issues and develop practical solutions and recommendations.
- Sound judgment and critical thinking skills to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.

Negotiation and Relationship Management Skills

- Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with physicians, healthcare organizations, legal representatives, government partners, and other stakeholders.
- Experience participating in negotiations and discussions involving complex medical, policy, or program matters.
- Ability to influence, facilitate consensus, and naviga

📌 Medical Consultant (Kingston)
🏢 Fonction publique de l'Ontario
📍 Kingston