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Vice President, Medical Affairs & Chief Medical ExecutiveChatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) is a 200-bed community hospital serving residents of Chatham and rural Kent, including Walpole Island and Delaware First Nations. Established in 2018, CKHA is dedicated to providing quality and safe care at its two sites in Chatham and Wallaceburg. The organization collaborates with partners to deliver comprehensive community care. CKHA employs approximately 1,500 staff, 200 physicians, and 300 volunteers. It was recognized on Forbes Canadas Best Employers list 2025.CKHA offers a wide range of programs and specialties, including internal medicine, surgery, women & childrens health, and critical care. It is designated a Schedule One facility under the Ministry of Health and serves thousands of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency patients annually. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostics and technology.CKHAs vision: 'Together, growing a healthier community,' emphasizes a commitment to improving population health. Guided by its values 'CKHA CARES' (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety), CKHA strives to enhance the patient experience through partnerships with patients, families, and caregivers.Reporting to the President and CEO, the Vice President, Medical Affairs & Chief Medical Executive provides strategic leadership as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. The role includes functions of a lead physician executive, operational responsibilities such as medical administration, resource planning, and program development. The position also involves guiding the hospitals strategic initiatives, fostering innovation, and ensuring compliance with clinical, medico-legal, legislative, and regulatory standards.The ideal candidate is a key partner to the Senior Team, Chief of Staff, and Department Chiefs, driving clinical change and engaging healthcare professionals. They should demonstrate the ability to build collaborative relationships within and outside the organization and have a proven track record in physician leadership roles.A licensed physician in Ontario (or eligible for licensure) is required. The role involves a commitment of 2.5 days per week, with a 5-year renewable term. #J-18808-Ljbffr