Physician Leadership

Hours: 2 Days Per Week (1 Fixed + 1 Flex)

Salary: To Be Confirmed

Competition Number: VAC0028352

Posted Date: 2026-08-24

Closing Date: 2026-09-06

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

NL Health Services invites expressions of interest for the position of Clinical Chief of the Provincial Cardiovascular and Stroke (CVS) Program.

The provincial CVS Program has the scope and mandate to deliver equitable access to quality cardiac, vascular, and stroke care across Newfoundland and Labrador. This includes core cardiovascular and stroke clinical services, prevention and support of well-being throughout the lifespan and across the care continuum, and the achievement of targeted, measurable, and sustainable clinical and operational improvements impacting cardiovascular and stroke outcomes in the province.

The Clinical Chief is a key role that brings vision, direction, and strong clinical leadership to the provincial CVS Program. Working within a dyad partnership alongside the Senior Director, the Clinical Chief is a senior leader and strategic champion within NL Health Services. Together, the dyad leads the CVS Program in accordance with the strategic directions of NLHS and the operational and strategic objectives of the program.

The Clinical Chief is co-responsible for the overall leadership and direction of the CVS Program, including cardiology, interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery, stroke care, and vascular care. The Clinical Chief provides subject matter expertise and medical and clinical guidance, liaises with stakeholders including the executive team and zonal operational partners, acts as a spokesperson for the program, supports CVS Program innovation initiatives, works with academic, research, and advocacy partners, and actively engages in continuous quality improvement.

This is a three-year term appointment, renewable for a second term upon successful evaluation of the first term. The Clinical Chief will work with the Senior Director to identify mutual availability and manage practical and logistical considerations in supporting the dyad leadership of the CVS Program. This position is suitable for a physician seeking to combine a provincial leadership role with an existing clinical practice — the commitment is two days per week (1 fixed day + 1 flex day).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador or the appropriate provincial licensing body
• Eligible for membership on the medical staff of NL Health Services
• Experience and academic preparation in cardiac, vascular, and/or stroke medicine
• Leadership experience in health care management, administration, quality improvement, epidemiology, and/or other relevant areas
• Demonstrated contribution to academic and research pursuits
• Demonstrated commitment to CVS Program advocacy, provincial health care transformation, and innovation considered a strong asset

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide clinical leadership and strategic direction for the Provincial CVS Program including cardiology, interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery, stroke care, and vascular care
• Work collaboratively within the dyad partnership with the Senior Director to lead the CVS Program
• Provide subject matter expertise and medical and clinical guidance to the program and its stakeholders
• Liaise with the executive team, zonal operational partners, and other key stakeholders across the province
• Act as spokesperson for the CVS Program including public and media engagement
• Support CVS Program innovation initiatives and embed continuous quality improvement across all endeavours
• Work with academic, research, and advocacy partners to advance cardiovascular and stroke care in NL
• Champion equity, person-centred care, and system sustainability in the provision of CVS services
• Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

REMUNERATION

A stipend will be provided for this position based on 2 days per week (1 fixed day + 1 flex day). Stipend amount to be confirmed and discussed with the successful candidate.

HOW TO APPLY

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates are asked to submit applications via our careers webpage: Apply here

For more information, please contact:

[email protected]

LEARN MORE ABOUT PRACTICING IN NL

• https://workinhealthnl.ca/
• https://www.nlhealthservices.ca/

NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.