Executive Director, Medical Affairs

Overview

Are you a visionary healthcare leader ready to drive transformation in one of Canada’s most community-connected healthcare systems? Health PEI is seeking a bold, collaborative, and forward-thinking individual to serve as its next Executive Director of Medical Affairs — a pivotal role that will shape the future of care delivery across Prince Edward Island.

Health PEI is the province’s integrated health authority, responsible for delivering safe, high-quality care to Islanders. Guided by a commitment to transparency, collaboration, and innovation, Health PEI works closely with government, community partners, and healthcare professionals to strengthen the system and improve outcomes for all residents. We operate 7 acute care hospitals, 9 long-term care facilities, and 17 patient medical homes, supported by a team of over 7,000 professionals across more than 400 roles.

As Executive Director of Medical Affairs, you will provide strategic leadership and clinical oversight across Health PEI’s medical programs and services. This position demands a leader who can balance long‑term system transformation with urgent operational priorities. You will champion clinical governance, physician engagement, and performance management while advancing integrated care models and system sustainability. The successful candidate can adapt quickly, navigate complexity, and manage change.

This role combines strategic vision with hands‑on execution, requiring expertise in legislation, governance, and compliance alongside operational leadership.

• Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement
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  Drive standards of care, manage quality investigations, and embed accountability frameworks that safeguard patient safety and organizational reputation.
• Physician Workforce & Performance
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  Oversee post‑recruitment management of physicians, performance arrangements, and prescriptive processes. Strengthen recruitment and retention strategies in close partnership with system leaders.
• Governance, Legislation & Compliance
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  Interpret and apply health legislation, regulatory requirements, and governance frameworks. Ensure adherence to ethical standards and system‑wide policies.
• Strategic Planning & Operational Excellence
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  Align divisional programs with Health PEI priorities, optimize workflows, and deliver results in a 24/7, multi‑site environment. Leverage analytics and performance measurement to drive decision‑making and continuous improvement.
• Relationship management
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  Build trusted partnerships with government, regulatory bodies, professional groups, unions, and clinical leaders to advance system priorities.

You are a strategic leader with legal and policy expertise, combined with hands‑on leadership experience in complex health systems. You thrive in high‑stakes environments and are comfortable with ambiguity. You balance transformation with immediate operational priorities and build trust across medical, administrative, and government partners.

While the Search Committee recognizes that no one candidate is likely to meet all qualifications in equal measure, those listed below are desirable and will be used to compare candidates.

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in communication, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Business, or a related field is an asset.
• Extensive senior leadership experience in complex public or NFP healthcare systems or service delivery organizations.
• Extensive experience in strategic planning, development, implementation, and execution.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, policies, and best practices, or relevant experience in a highly regulated, 24/7 environment within a complex, multi-site organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial performance
• Extensive experience representing the organization in provincial and national settings, including media, forums, and legislative appearances.
• Extensive experience in Board-governed organizations, supporting Boards and Board committees.
• Extensive experience…