Oak Valley Health is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and skilled Chief / Medical Director of Obstetrics & Gynaecology to help us deliver world-class integrated care for healthier communities.

Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Vice President of Medical Operations, the Chief/Medical Director provides clinical, professional, operational and strategic leadership for the Department. Working within a shared leadership model, the role partners closely with clinical and administrative leaders to support high standards of quality and patient safety, effective medical staff oversight and alignment with organizational priorities. Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research, and innovation agenda.

At a time of significant transformation, the Chief/Medical Director will play a key role in strengthening departmental culture, enhancing physician engagement and advancing a cohesive vision for the future of obstetrical and gynaecological services at Oak Valley Health. The role will support continued program expansion and ongoing collaboration across perioperative services to ensure coordinated, high-performing care delivery. Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with surgical and clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research and innovation agenda. 

Qualifications/Experience:

·        An independent license or eligibility for an independent license with the CPSO 

·        FRCSC Certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

·        Hospital privileges or eligibility for hospital privileges with the ability to provide clinical services consistent with other members of the department

·        Significant clinical and administrative experience with a history of excellence, leadership, team engagement and collaboration at a department, program and organizational level

·        Strategic management experience, with the ability to set and meet targets, understand and interpret analytics and undertake significant change management 

Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2026 or until a suitable applicant is selected. Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an expression of interest and Curriculum Vitae to Trevor Whyte, Manager of Medical Administration at: ***@oakvalleyhealth.ca (🔒 Premium)

About us:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations. Across our two hospitals, Markham Stouffville Hospital and Uxbridge Hospital, as well as our Reactivation Care Centre and community health clinics, we deliver safe, high-quality care to more than 490,000 patients annually. Oak Valley Health is proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team. We provide integrated care for healthier communities and deliver an extraordinary patient experience through our honoured to care culture to residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge, and beyond.

Markham Stouffville Hospital is a growing community hospital just north of the Greater Toronto Area. The in-patient 358 bed hospital and out-patient services currently serve the communities of Markham, Stouffville and surrounding area of over 400,000 residents. We also have a strong commitment to patient care, and to the growth of our Academic Plan. This includes a robust and growing Research program, and the ability to obtain a faculty appointment at the University of Toronto. It is a fantastic place to work! 

Oak Valley Health thanks all qualified physicians for their submissions however only selected candidates who qualify will be contacted to attend a pre-application interview. All appointments are subject to an Impact Analysis and Board approval. The hospital reserves the right not to appoint anyone to this position.

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.