DIVISION HEAD, Community, Primary Care and Long Term Care 

Full-Time / Part-Time / Associate Appointment Opportunities 

Lakeridge Health | Durham Region, Ontario 

Design your practice. Build something meaningful. Shape the future of care. 

Reporting to the Department Chief and Medical Director, Family and Community Medicine, the Division Head will represent the Community, Primary Care & Long-Term Care Division across all Lakeridge Health sites. This leader will work collaboratively with the Department Chief and Medical Director, as well as with Program and operational leadership teams, to oversee clinical operations, medical quality of care, recruitment, human resource planning, physician engagement, and academic activities across the Division. 

This role offers the opportunity to strengthen integration across hospital, primary care, community, and long-term care sectors while helping shape innovative, equitable, and patient-centered models of care across Durham Region. 

Specific responsibilities include: 

Clinical Operations 

• Keep abreast of provincial context and regional expectations for community, primary care, and long-term care services 
• Act as a two-way conduit with Program leadership and the Division/Department 
• Provide input into the development of a strategic plan for the Division along with its implementation 
• Support effective integration, operational efficiency, best practice management, and patient-centred care 
• Support collaboration and relationship-building across hospital, community, primary care, and long-term care partners 

Quality of Care 

• Lead development of the Quality Agenda for the Division, including annual goals and objectives 
• Support the identification, implementation, and measurement of evidence-based practices 
• Establish and communicate clear performance expectations 
• Lead and ensure Division Patient Safety and Quality Rounds occur 
• Participate in Quality of Care Reviews when requested by the Department Chief and Medical Director 
• Help ensure a collegial, safe, respectful, and diverse culture 

Professional Practice & Performance Management 

• Support recruitment, credentialing, and performance reviews in collaboration with the Department Chief and Medical Director 
• Identify, collaborate, and participate in complaints and incident investigations, management, and responses, as well as recognition and acknowledgement of credentialed staff 
• Support the Department Chief in evaluating and managing professional practice issues 
• Support, coach, and mentor others to achieve their best 

Administrative Responsibilities 

• Support the Mission, Vision, and Values of Lakeridge Health 
• Ensure regular two-way communication with Credentialed Staff 
• Facilitate the advancement and integration of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism (IDEAA) 
• Support the completion of human resource scheduling, workload, and wellness initiatives within the Division while working collaboratively with Department and operational leaders 
• Participate in additional committees as appropriate and defined by the Department Chief and Medical Director 

Why Join Lakeridge Health 

A strong and growing academic mandate 

Lakeridge Health is advancing as a community-based academic health system, with a growing focus on teaching, learning, and system innovation. Physicians play a central role in shaping this environment through education, mentorship, and program development. 

Queen’s partnership and distributed medical education 

We are home to the Queen’s University–Lakeridge Health MD Family Medicine Program satellite campus and support learners through the QBOL Family Medicine Residency Program, alongside a broad and growing learner base across academic partners and disciplines. 

LHEARN: education, simulation, and innovation infrastructure 

Physicians have access to LHEARN (Learning, Health Education and Research Network) and the LHEARN Centre, a core platform supporting education, simulation, and applied learning across Lakeridge Health. 

Commitment to health equity and population health 

Lakeridge Health is committed to advancing health equity and population health as core components of high-quality care. We serve a diverse and rapidly growing population across Durham Region and are focused on understanding and addressing the unique needs of the communities we serve. 

This commitment is reflected in our clinical programs, partnerships, and ongoing efforts to integrate equity into care delivery, education, and system design. 

Structured onboarding and mentorship 

We recognize that transitioning into a new hospital environment, or into independent practice, requires support. 

Professional growth and leadership development 

We are committed to developing physician leaders at all stages of their careers. 

Opportunities may include: 

• Participation in leadership development programs  
• Engagement with internal and external leadership development opportunities, including alignment with organizations such as the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL)  
• Quality improvement and system transformation initiatives  
• Teaching, curriculum development, and academic leadership  
• Mentorship of learners and emerging physicians  

Research and scholarship opportunities 

Physicians with interests in research or scholarship may have opportunities to engage in: 

• Education scholarship  
• Program evaluation and quality improvement research  
• Collaborative academic initiatives  
• Applied and community-based research aligned with system priorities  

A more supported physician practice environment 

Lakeridge Health is actively strengthening the infrastructure that supports physicians in practice.  

We are committed to creating environments where individuals feel safe to speak up and where concerns are addressed through fair, transparent, and respectful approaches. This includes a focus on early resolution, restorative practices, and supporting teams to address concerns constructively while maintaining accountability. 

A system that is growing and evolving 

Lakeridge Health is a multi-site system serving one of Ontario’s fastest-growing regions, with ongoing investment in clinical programs, education, and system capacity. Physicians have opportunities to contribute to program growth, model-of-care design, and system-level innovation. 

Live and work in Durham Region 

Durham Region offers a strong quality of life with access to urban centres, waterfront, green space, and family-friendly communities, all within close proximity to Toronto and major academic institutions. 

Academic and Teaching Opportunities 

Physicians interested in education will find a strong platform for involvement in: 

• Undergraduate and postgraduate medical education  
• Distributed and community-based teaching models  
• Interprofessional education  
• Simulation-based teaching through LHEARN  
• Learner supervision, assessment, and mentorship  
• Academic program development and educational innovation  
• Opportunities to engage in scholarship related to health equity, population health, and inclusive care  

Qualifications 

Required 

Applicants must: 

• Hold, or be eligible for licensure, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), including eligibility for an Independent Practice Certificate or a Restricted/Provisional certificate as applicable.  
• Be certified, or eligible for certification, in CFPC / other relevant body  
• Be eligible for hospital privileges at Lakeridge Health  
• Minimum two years of clinical experience 
• Work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment  
• Intention to complete IDEAA modules 
• Ability to manage competing demands and engage constructively with people 
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills 

Preferred / Assets 

Preference may be given to candidates who demonstrate: 

• Interest or experience in medical education, teaching, or preceptorship  
• Interest or experience in quality improvement or program development  
• Interest or experience in primary care, community medicine, long-term care, or system integration 
• Interest in integrated care, community partnerships, and physician leadership 

Support for Internationally Trained Physicians 

Lakeridge Health welcomes applications from internationally trained physicians who meet, or are eligible to meet, Ontario licensure and certification requirements for independent practice.  

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in Canada, including Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid Canadian work permit.  

We encourage candidates to apply based on their qualifications and eligibility. Prior Canadian work experience is not required at the application stage where it is not a bona fide requirement for the role. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism (IDEAA) 

Lakeridge Health is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and accessible environment for patients, families, learners, physicians, and team members, grounded in our belief that I Belong. 

We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and appointment process in accordance with applicable legislation. 

Compensation and Appointment 

• Appointment type: Associate / Permanent 
• Compensation model: OHIP / stipend  

To Apply 

Interested candidates should submit: 

• Cover letter  
• Curriculum vitae  
• Contact information for 3 references (including your current Chief or Program Director) 

Please submit applications by June 14, 2026 to: 

Lakeridge Health  

Attention: Dr. Joel Kennedy, Chief and Medical Director, Department of Family and Community Medicine 

Medical Affairs Office Tel: ***-***-**** (🔒 Premium) x33720. E-mail: ***@lh.ca (🔒 Premium).