Saint John Director of Primary Health Care (N-B) PCN 1153538

This is the life-changing opportunity you've been looking for.

Horizon Health Network in beautiful New Brunswick is looking for a Director of Primary Health Care, Saint John to join our team!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is seeking a passionate and innovative individual to join our team as a Director of Primary Health Care, Saint John. The ideal candidate will have experience in leading large and efficient teams with strong skills relating to strategy, leadership, stakeholder engagement, operational management, quality assurance and patient care.

Why you should work here

Working for Horizon gives you a career that provides an east coast lifestyle and the chance to make a big difference in the lives of New Brunswickers.

This position comes with competitive salary, paid time off, sick benefits, employer paid contributions into our government pension plan and a remote work policy.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Who you are

You have a worked in Progressive leadership / management role for a minimum of 5 years. You have experience in human resource management, financial management, problem solving and critical thinking. You demonstrate program leadership skills, including expertise in planning, implementation and evaluation of programs.

• Master level degree in Health Administration, Health Care, Social Work, related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum five (5) years management experience managing an inter-professional health care team including supervision of staff and or 5 years of management/leadership experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Understanding of the Community Health Care model of care
• Understanding of the standards of regulated health care professionals
• Experience in supervising multiple disciplines and multiple programs
• Sound knowledge of general management principles, including financial and human resource management
• Program development, evaluation and quality improvement experience
• Strong critical analysis, problem solving, planning, decision-making, leadership, organizational and change management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Strong promoter and enhancer of teamwork
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets and email software

What you will do

The Director of Primary Health Care will be the key driver of creating and leading a team focused on improving quality primary health care services within the region.

Mentoring, coaching and supervising teams in developing and executing practical solutions and innovative methods and solutions to improve quality and health outcomes will be a primary goal in this role.

Report to the Executive Regional Director of Primary Health Care and be accountable for designing and implementing the organization's primary health care strategy, providing outreach to providers, partners and stakeholders. The Saint John Area Director of Primary Health Care will also be responsible for advancing initiatives of Horizon's Community portfolio initiatives along with those imbedded in the provincial health plan.

Responsible and accountable for the provision of quality primary health care delivered through health centres, outreach services, allied, and regional programs within the Saint John area.

Reporting to the Executive Regional Director of Primary Health Care he/she ensures ongoing program development, service delivery and evaluation within the framework of the philosophy of primary health care in NB and strategic directions of Horizon Health Network.

Responsible for all aspects of staff management and team administration for teams under his/her responsibility. The Director of PHC liaises with external groups/agencies in order to ensure effective service delivery.

Horizon Competency

Core competencies for non-bargaining positions are based on the LEADS in a Caring Environment leadership capabilities framework: Lead Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions, and System Transformation.

In addition to LEADS, all positions need to demonstrate compassion, patience, and professionalism in all interactions, consistently upholding a respectful and supportive environment for patients, clients, families, and colleagues. Proactively addresses concerns and responds to emerging needs with empathy and diligence, contributing to high-quality, patient/client centered care.

Interested? Apply Today!

To learn more, visit MyHorizonCareer.ca/management-business-professionals/

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.