Job Description

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At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.
What Ontario Health offers:

Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type:Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day a health care spending or wellness spending account a premium defined benefit pension plan three personal days and two float days annually three weeks' vacation to start (for individual contributors), increasing to four weeks after two years career development opportunities a collaborative values-based team culture a wellness program a hybrid working model participation in Communities of Inclusion

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.
Digital First for Health (DFfH) is Ontario's strategy to build an integrated, sustainable, and patient-centered health care system. . Digital capabilities that enable patients to access care and support provider coordination are essential to achieving seamless care delivery. This role supports the West Region Digital Transformation and Innovation Team in developing and executing strategic programs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The Associate will play a key role in synthesizing business cases, facilitating stakeholder engagements, developing knowledge translation tools, and supporting program and relationship management.
Here is what you will be doingSupport digital health planning activities, including program plans Communicate emerging issues and opportunities with West Region Ontario Health Teams. Apply innovative approaches such as design thinking to develop strategies and plans. Coordinate reviews and reports to monitor and evaluate performance using statistical and service quality metrics. Monitor performance indicators and benchmarks to identify risks and opportunities for improvement. Collaborate on business cases, briefing notes, funding processes, and specific projects. Coordinate logistics for stakeholder meetings and working groups. Support scheduling and logistics for mid- and large-size meetings. Develop collaborative relationships with key stakeholders including the Ministry, Ontario Health, and health system partners. Perform other duties as required.

Here is what you will need to be successful
Education and ExperiencePost-secondary education in health administration, health planning, business administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a health care environment.

Knowledge and SkillsPrevious experience with healthcare organizations or working with healthcare providers an asset. Understanding of the healthcare system, its stakeholders, programs and issues, as well as strong knowledge of digital health in Ontario, is an asset. Experience in innovation and/or design thinking methodologies an asset. Demonstrated critical thinking and experienced in identifying and responding quickly to emerging issues and priorities. Strong growth mindset and ability to work within complex and uncertain situations. Uses evidence to make informed decisions and provide recommendations; exercises high degree of creativity, independence and professional judgment in problem-solving Solid written and verbal communication skills. Internally, communicates with colleagues throughout the organization to present, discuss information and problems related to financial management and funding. Externally, communicates directly with various stakeholders to monitor funding allocations and performance. Strong attention to detail, demonstrated integrity and professionalism with a solid understanding of financial controls. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills required. Must be highly organized and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

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Location: West Region, Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)
Employment Type:
Permanent Full time
Contract Length:
N/A
Salary Band:
Band 2
External Application Deadline Date:
August 24, 2025
All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.
Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Metis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.
Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.