Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.

Land Acknowledgement

Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.

Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

Who You Are

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills
  
  

Oak Valley Health is seeking a Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) to accelerate digital health adoption, elevate medical informatics, and advance the maturity under the Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model (EMRAM).

The CMIO will report directly to the Vice President of Digital Health and Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a dotted-line to the Vice President of Medical Operations, playing a pivotal role in shaping Oak Valley Health’s digital future.

• Lead the seamless integration of our electronic medical record (EMR) and ancillary systems into medical workflows;
• Drive provider engagement and change management to accelerate the adoption of digital health solutions;
• Champion innovative digital solutions that strengthen the interface between providers and technology;
• Collaborate across teams and key stakeholder groups internally and externally to identify opportunities and drive strategic and targeted improvements;
• Provide leadership as a key contributor in the development and implementation of a comprehensive roadmap to advance our organization through the EMRAM stages—ensuring each milestone is achieved; from fundamental capabilities to advanced functions (e.g. closed‐loop medication management and predictive analytics);
• Act as a strategic liaison between the Digital Health portfolio and medical leadership, communicating progress, risks, and outcomes;
• Chair and serve on relevant digital health committees.
  
  

Qualifications

• An independent license or eligibility for independent practice from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario;
• Must either be a current member of the Board Appointed Professional Staff, or be eligible and prepared to move their clinical practice to Oak Valley Health, with the expectation of obtaining full active privileges and establishing their full-time clinical work at the organization;
• Advanced degree or formal training in Business, Health Informatics, or Health Administration preferred
• Strong change-management skills and a proven track record of driving provider engagement and adoption of digital solutions;
• Direct experience with EMRAM assessment and stage advancement preferred.
  
  

Work Schedule

The CMIO is expected to serve in administrative capacity two days a week separate from their clinical services.

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation

Range:

Who We Are

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDIB.