Executive Director | Clinical Operations

Kamloops, BC, Canada

The salary range for this position is $174,258 (min) to $$217,822 (midpoint) to $261,387 (max) per annum, based on 1.0 FTE. · Full-time

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Pay: The salary range for this position is $174,258 (min) to $$217,822 (midpoint) to $261,387 (max) per annum, based on 1.0 FTE.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 9, 2026

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Who Are We Looking For

Are you looking for a new and rewarding leadership challenge in healthcare? Interior Health has an exciting opportunity for Executive Director. This role oversees MHSU, long term care and home health services. The location for the role is in Kamloops, relocation allowance may be provided. We are looking for people who want to make a difference in the communities in which they live, work and play. Relocation allowance may be provided, apply today to join our amazing organization who was once again named as BC Top Employer for 2026!

Some Of The Benefits Of Joining Interior Health

An attractive remuneration package
Excellent career prospects
Employee & Family Assistance Programs
Employer paid training/education opportunities
Employer paid vacation
Employer paid insurance premiums
Extended Health & Dental coverage
Work-life balance
Relocation Allowance may be provided

The salary range for this position is $174,258 (min) to $$217,822 (midpoint) to $261,387 (max) per annum, based on 1.0 FTE. Interior Health typically establishes salaries within the minimum and midpoint of the salary range based on qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.

How Will You Create An Impact

The Executive Director is a member of the Clinical Operations Leadership Team and is accountable to the Chief Operating Officer for the planning, delivery, and evaluation of clinical patient care services within the portfolio to meet the needs of the residents of the assigned Interior Health service delivery area. The Executive Director provides senior leadership and direction to the development, implementation, and assessment of strategies, program/ service objectives, and operations that support patient-focused seamless care that is integrated across community and hospital settings in the service delivery area. The Executive Director works in formal partnership (i.e., dyad relationship) with the physician leader in the service delivery area. The Executive Director also holds responsibility for various assigned services across Interior Health.

What Will You Work On

Develops and oversees an integrated and networked health delivery system across the continuum of care within the assigned service delivery area. Ensures alignment with the broader Clinical Operations portfolio and Ministry of Health and Senior Executive Team directives to improve the health status of the population served.
Ensures the tactical planning, financial and business operations, and service delivery activities of the portfolio align with and contribute to successful achievement of the organization’s strategic services plan and deliverables and are working towards ensuring public confidence in health system performance.
Provides sound financial management (operational and capital) focused on achieving a balanced budget while ensuring a high quality of care at all service levels. Working within the approved financial mandate, prepares budget and program recommendations, oversees and monitors actual expenses and program/service outcomes, identifies efficiencies and promotes optimal use of resources, and makes recommendations on current and future program and service adjustments.
Partners with the Provincial Health Services Authority in the planning, management, and implementation of provincially delivered and coordinated programs/services.
Fosters an environment that embraces and supports innovation and evidence-based research to inform local decision-making and develop enhanced practices and protocols.
Ensures the continued development and evaluation of a multi-year people management plan that complements Interior Health’s strategic human resources direction for staff, volunteers, and physicians.
Adheres to agreements and policy commitments signed or agreed by the Ministry of Health with the British Columbia Medical Association and the Health Employers’ Association of British Columbia with respect to labour and health human resources.
Partners with senior leaders in other departments to provide oversight and guidance on major construction projects.
Develops and maintains internal relationships with staff, physicians, patients/clients, and volunteers by communicating effectively to ensure the business operations and service delivery activities of the portfolio are aligned and contribute to the successful achievement of Interior Health’s Strategic Directions.
Develops and maintains relationships with key external partners such as elected officials, government agencies, regional hospital districts, Indigenous leaders, advocacy groups, and foundations, and represents the organization in a variety of settings and to external partners. Relationships with key partners are foundational for success and must encourage understanding, cooperation, and cultural safety in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the portfolio programs and services.
In alignment with IH’s Occupational Health & Safety Program, maintain a healthy and safe work environment through complying with and implementing applicable Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, responding to requests from WSBC, identifying hazards and communicating risks, ensuring compliance with employee training, conducting effective incident investigations and implementing required corrective actions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).

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Responsibilities

Leads the planning, delivery, and evaluation of clinical services across the assigned service area, including mental health and substance use, long-term care, and home health. Oversees strategy, budgets, workforce planning, partnerships, service quality, and safe operations while advancing integrated, patient-focused care.

Requirements

The posting does not specify formal education, credentials, or years of experience. The executive-level scope indicates a need for extensive senior healthcare leadership experience, including strategic and financial management, clinical service oversight, workforce leadership, and collaboration with physicians and external partners.

Skills

Healthcare Service Planning
Integrated Care Delivery
Financial Management
Budgeting
Strategic Planning
Program Evaluation
People Management
Labour Relations
Stakeholder Engagement
Partnership Development
Evidence-Based Decision-Making
Change Management
Occupational Health and Safety
Cultural Safety
Indigenous Relations

Benefits

Career Prospects
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
Employer-Paid Training and Education
Employer-Paid Vacation
Employer-Paid Insurance Premiums
Extended Health and Dental Coverage
Work-Life Balance
Relocation Allowance

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Keywords

Clinical Operations
Mental Health and Substance Use
Long-Term Care
Home Health
Patient-Focused Care
Integrated Care
Community Health
Hospital Services
Strategic Planning
Financial Management
Capital Planning
Budget Management
Program Evaluation
Evidence-Based Research
Human Resources Planning
Labour Relations
Physician Partnership
Provincial Health Services Authority
Ministry of Health
Indigenous Relations
Cultural Safety
Truth and Reconciliation
Occupational Health and Safety
WorkSafeBC
Incident Investigation
Construction Project Oversight

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