Job Description

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Title

Exec Dir, Clinical Services

Job ID

71875

Location

HSC- Central Campus

Open Date

09/07/2025

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

09/16/2025

Employee Group

TMG

Favorite Job

Department

FHS COA/AVP Clinical Services

Salary Grade/Band

Band Q

Salary Range

$158985.00 - $238477.00 (annual)

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday to Friday; 35 hours per week

Education Level

Masters Degree; Health Administration or related field

Career Level

10-15 years of experience

McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) is unique as the only Canadian university that combines, in one Faculty, schools of medicine (including two regional campuses), nursing, rehabilitation science, and the programs of midwifery, bachelor of health sciences, physician assistant and postgraduate health sciences education. With over 2000 staff members, 850 full-time and 2600 part-time faculty members, the Faculty thrives on its interprofessional and collaborative approach to healthcare and learning. As part of FHS's continued pursuit of excellence to ensure the Faculty remains at the leading edge of health sciences education, we believe in interprofessional collaboration, commitment to our communities, accountability and responsibility, innovation, excellence, integrity and respect, and optimism. McMaster's FHS has a global reputation for innovation and excellence in education, health and research.

Job Summary

The Executive Director (ED), Clinical Services is a senior leader and strategic advisor to the Vice-Dean, Clinical Services, with responsibility for advancing the Faculty of Health Sciences' clinical enterprise. Reporting jointly to the Vice Dean, Clinical Services and the Chief Operation Officer for FHS, the ED provides executive oversight of clinical academic departments, manages the Faculty's relationships with affiliated hospitals and academic physician groups, and ensures effective administration of clinical practice and alternate funding plans (AFPs) and provides governance, financial stewardship, and oversight of AFP operations.


The ED is responsible for managing the Faculty's relationship with Hamilton Academic Health Sciences Organization (HAHSO), Hamilton Academic Pediatric Association (HAPA), Regional Medical Associates (RMA), and Ontario Physician Reporting Centre (OPRC). The ED may also, with the approval of the HAHSO Board and HAPA Board, serve as the Executive Director of one or both AFPs.


The role fosters collaboration across McMaster, hospital partners, and provincial stakeholders to support excellence in patient care, education, and research.

Key Accountabilities

Operational Leadership and Oversight

Provide executive oversight of the operational management of clinical departments. Mentor and support Directors of Administration, Chairs/Chiefs, and other senior leaders. Partner with FHS HR-FR and AVP/CAO to align practices, enhance efficiency, and strengthen administrative capacity. Act as subject matter expert on hospital relations, clinical billings, practice plans, and AFPs.

Governance of Alternate Funding Plans

Serve as Executive Director of HAHSO and HAPA, ensuring effective governance, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. Support the Vice-Dean, Clinical Services, in provincial and external AFP discussions.

Strategic Advisory to Vice-Dean, Clinical Services

Provide strategic advice on hospital partnerships, physician groups, AFPs, and distributed campus operations. Represent FHS in external negotiations, including affiliation agreements and Ministry-level initiatives.

Collaboration and Team Leadership

Foster strong partnerships across FHS, Hamilton Health Sciences, and St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton. Promote collaboration among clinical departments and broader Faculty leadership. Mentor and develop Directors of Administration to advance operational excellence.

Human Resources and Financial Stewardship

Partner with the Executive Director, Finance, FHS, to ensure strong fiscal management of clinical departments. Support budget planning, risk management, and HR leadership for clinical departments and faculty.

Committee Involvement and External Engagement

Participate in Faculty, hospital, and provincial committees including Faculty Executive, Finance Committee, and FHS/HHS/SJHH Liaison Committee. Maintain relationships with the Ontario Medical Association, COFM, and the Ministry of Health.

Inclusive Excellence

Champion Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigenous Reconciliation (EDI-IR) across clinical departments. Support development of leaders and health human resource planning that reflects McMaster's values of inclusion and respect.

Qualifications

Education

Master's degree in Health Administration or Business Administration (health focus), with demonstrated competence in finance and accounting. Professional certification with the Canadian College of Health Leaders and/or the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Experience

10-15 years of senior leadership experience in healthcare or academic environments. Proven success in large, complex organizations with medical education as a core mandate. Experience with complex contract administration, hospital operations, and academic physician groups.

Knowledge & Skills

Strategic thinking with ability to align day-to-day operations to long-term vision. Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills. Advanced expertise in medical education, clinical practice plans, AFPs, and teaching hospital operations. Deep knowledge of HR, finance, governance, and risk management in multi-stakeholder contexts. Ongoing professional development in HR, finance, and leadership Ability to lead with transparency, fairness, and integrity.

Other Information

This role requires flexibility to travel to host hospital sites and work a flexible hybrid arrangement and to be on-site as operationally required.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement.


The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.


The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.


As part of McMaster's commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.


Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Mandate - FHS

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to talent@mcmaster.ca or the HR contact associated with your position of interest.