Job Description

Position

Director, Patient Care

Department

Administration/Management

Job Location

Stratford, ON and Clinton, ON

Posting #

328-26

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary Range

$180,510.00 per annum

Union

Non-Union

Posted Date: September 21, 2026

Expiry Date: September 28, 2026

WHY IS HPHA THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU?

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) is an organization that influences proactive change; embraces the potential of partnerships; harnesses the power of performance, and values the skills and guidance of our people – staff, patients, families and caregivers included to advance our healthcare system. HPHA is a multi-site organization that includes Clinton Public Hospital, St. Marys Memorial Hospital, Seaforth Community Hospital and Stratford General Hospital.

ROLE

The Director, Patient Care is a dynamic, innovative leader who is accountable for a broad, exciting and forward-moving patient care portfolio across the Alliance. The Director, Patient Care is part of a dynamic team of 3 Directors, Patient Care that oversee the patient care portfolio, and network with partners in our region.

The role ensures the HPHA’s mission, vision and guiding principles are embodied in the culture of all programs. With patient-partnership at the core of every decision, the Director applies a systems-thinking approach to a combination of the development and execution of strategic planning, operational performance and relationship management. Key priorities include meeting and exceeding performance targets, maintaining an attention and focus on continuous quality improvement, and promoting and leading innovation in a dynamic and ever-changing healthcare system. Advocating for both patients and staff, this position will draw together advances made in practice, education, research and administration in order to support and plan for the goals of patients and staff. The Director will ensure that programs operate in accordance with legislation, standards and ethical principles. This role will create an environment that provides optimal opportunity for the development of professional practice, promotes shared leadership, manages the programs within fiscal resources and fosters a person-centered, inter-professional environment. The Director encourages proactive change, and acts as an advisor, facilitator, coach and educator in conjunction with Alliance activities and growth and works closely with our Medical and Community partners.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Degree in a Health-Related Discipline
• Current certificate of registration in good standing from a college recognized under the Regulated Health Professions Act

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

• Minimum five (5) years' experience in progressively more responsible leadership roles in a complex healthcare environment
• 5 years’ experience working with and leading Multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience leading quality improvement initiatives and transformational culture change designed to enhance the patient experience using LEAN principles and processes
• Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning and administrative abilities
• Ensures clinical excellence, resulting in high quality, safe and exceptional patient/ family experiences
• Exceptional analytical and information-seeking skills that contribute to effective decision-making, strategic planning and execution of action plans that deliver results in order to meet and exceed industry benchmarks and performance metrics
• Ensures compliance with hospital policies and all legislative requirements
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, resilience, and confidence
• Engages others to foster development and build teams that establish a high performing and healthy organization
• Strategically aligns direction, decisions, actions and evaluations with HPHA mission, values, and guiding principles
• Demonstrates change management capabilities and the use of transformational thinking to strategically align the future by encouraging innovation and orchestrating change
• Supports a model of patient-centered care that is based on best practice, program and corporate standards, continuous quality improvement and HPHA’s strategic direction;
• Builds a professional practice climate and facilitates an interdisciplinary approach to patient care
• Accountable to performance metrics and evaluates the impact to identify improvement opportunities
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at HPHA
• Demonstrated commitment to the development of professional practice, mentorship, life-long learning and excellence in patient care
• Knowledge and comprehensive understanding of employee and labour relations and hospital operations essential
• Result-oriented leader with excellent understanding of financial, quality management, project management, risk management and operational planning skills
• Shared leadership skills with the ability to foster collaboration and shared direction among diverse clinical and non-clinical groups
• Highly-motivated, self-directed professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with all levels of hospital personnel and external partners; strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Highly developed critical thinking skills with the ability to conceptualize and analyze problems
• Ability to recognize, understand and demonstrate Emotional Intelligence (EI)
• Track record for creating a quality and safety culture
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with diversity, appreciating that different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics can bring richness to the challenge at hand
• Ability to effectively and efficiently provide business oriented planning and forecasting;
• Fluent and computer literate with computer systems and programs (ie. Outlook, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE(S) & EDUCATION

• Masters Degree Preferred
• 5 years’ experience managing in a Unionized environment an asset

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT HPHA

• Preceptor/Peer Mentorship Opportunities
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Extended Health/Semi Private and Dental Benefits (for Part-time and Full-time only)
• Diverse Committees and Engagement Opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your career and explore different roles within the hospital

OUR COMMUNITIES

Our communities are small in size but large in amusement; you will always find spectacular local heritage, a live event, a wide range of cuisine and locally owned stores. The communities and surrounding areas are enriched by their arts and culture. Huron Perth offers a wide variety of activities, regardless of your interests, from the famous Stratford Festival, museums, Seaforth’s historic Main Street shopping, historical downtowns, the St. Marys swimming quarry, close proximity to Lake Huron, cycling and hiking trails, art and cooking classes, the Clinton Raceway, or simply enjoying the local parks with your friends.

Care to join us?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location: Stratford General Hospital located in Stratford, Ontario and Clinton Public Hospital located in Clinton, Ontario

Department: Administration/Management

Our Organization: The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. We know that we are strengthened by a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to: Indigenous persons, visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, persons who identify as women and persons of marginalized sexual orientation and gender identities. Upon individual requests, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

This job posting is being advertised for an existing vacancy within the Hospital. The status of the position is indicated to provide transparency in accordance with applicable regulations.

Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All application reviews and hiring decisions are conducted by HPHA Human Resource professionals and/or the hiring managers.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to postings listed on hpha.ca/careers by 11:59pm on the listed closing date. Paper or email-based resumes will not be accepted.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.