Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) At BCHS, we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, we serve with purpose, passion, and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.

• Brantford General Hospital – Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
• The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.

With Over 130 Years Of Service, BCHS Is Evolving With a Renewed Focus On Excellence, Collaboration, And Innovation. Our Strategic Priorities Center On Quality Care, Connected Teams, And a Healthy Future For Our Patients, Our People, And Our Community. Our Culture Is Shaped By Our Core Values And Pillars

Core Values Four Pillars Be Bold and Courageous

Commit to Excellence

Champion Equity

Be Trustworthy

Patient-First

People-Centred

Partnership- Based

Progress- Focused

These values reflect who we are, what we stand for, and how we work together to have influence. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare—right here at BCHS. Why Choose BCHS?

• Investing in You – Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible Scheduling – Within a standard work week
• Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
• Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment.
• Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
• Employee Wellness Matters – Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits –– Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
• Diversity & Inclusion – We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits, policies, and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
• Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
• Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
• Choose Civility – Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace, as individuals treat one another—and the communities we serve with dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness, setting clear expectations, and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.

Position Summary Reporting to the Director of Medical Affairs, the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff and VP Medical & Academic Affairs and is accountable for providing senior level support to the Chief of Staff and VP Medical & Academic Affairs and the overall Department of Medical Affairs. This includes the coordination of executive committees such as the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC). Additional support as the Credentialing coordinator includes accountability for all professional staff appointments and reappointments including all new professional staff onboarding and orientations.

Primary Responsibilities Executive Administration

• Prepares and distributes agenda packages, reports and correspondence, records minutes and follows-up on action items as required for the multiple committees supported by the role.
• Provides executive administrative support to the Chief of Staff and VP, Medical Affairs. This includes maintenance of calendar, schedule, support for transcription of formal correspondence and organization communications.
• Supports the reviews and updating of both the Professional Staff Rules and the professional staff by-law
• Supports processes to ensure regular review of Professional Staff Rules and BCHS Professional Staff By-law and supports the implementation of applicable changes.
• Lead coordinator for Hospital Grand Rounds including organizing schedule with presenters and moderators
• Responds and manages all Regional Coroner Requests
• Supports the Director of Medical Affairs with other projects as required.

Professional Staff Appointment/Reappointment

• Accountable for the credentialing of all new professional staff including all physicians, dentists and midwives. This includes distributing application packages to interested candidates, follow up as required and collection of evaluations from references, etc.
• Provides support for overall professional staff recruitment included reference checks, offer letters etc.

Project Coordination & Supervision

• Responsible for leading relevant strategic administrative projects within the department such as:

• The development of an electronic filing system for professional staff paper records

• Standardization and streamlining of departmental procedure lists

• Standardization and outlining of defined medical affairs processes

• Responsible for supervising medical affairs students (medical office staff, university and high school co-op students):

• Interviews interested students for opportunities within the department

• Identifies key projects for completion within the department

• Includes assigning tasks, monitoring work progress and signs off on the completion of required hours.

• Provide feedback to students as required

• Completes and submit reports back to schools as required

Budget/Finance Management & Reporting

• Accountable for the collection of the Hospital On-Call Coverage (HOCC) Report for all departments
• Responsible for the completion of reimbursement for Chief of Staff and VP Medical & Academic Affairs for applicable expenses

Mandatory Qualifications

• 2- year diploma in Medical Office Administration or general degree in Healthcare Administration/Health Studies
• Minimum 3-5 years experience supporting senior-level leaders
• General understanding of medical terminology, healthcare in Ontario and the public hospitals act.
• Strong computer skills required with an ability to learn new computer skills quickly.
• Advanced level proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite Products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Extra proficiency in excel and outlook for calendar management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience working with physicians and experience working in a hospital setting is an asset.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life, including people of all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care

We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please inform us when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.

AI Use in Hiring Brant Community Healthcare System does not use artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or algorithms to screen, assess, or rank candidates during the hiring process; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.