Position Information:

Position Overview:
Woodstock Hospital is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief of Psychiatry to lead our mental health services and drive excellence in psychiatric care. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for clinical oversight, strategic development, and quality improvement in psychiatric services. The successful candidate will be a passionate advocate for mental health, with a strong focus on patient-centred care, staff engagement, and system-level collaboration.
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Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Department of Psychiatry.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to develop and implement mental health initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement in psychiatric care.

Clinical Oversight:

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to psychiatrists and interdisciplinary mental health teams.
• Participate in complex case reviews and provide direct clinical care as required.

Quality & Performance Improvement:

• Lead quality assurance initiatives, ensuring compliance with professional standards, regulations, and accreditation requirements.

• Monitor and improve clinical outcomes, patient safety, and service effectiveness.

• Champion initiatives that address mental health equity, access, and patient satisfaction.

Human Resources & Administration:

• Work collaboratively with the Senior Team.
• Recruit, retain, and evaluate psychiatrists and other mental health professionals.
• Support professional development and continuing education of staff.
• Collaborate with medical staff office and human resources on credentialing, performance reviews, and departmental planning.
• Represent department at Medical Advisory Committee and Medical Manpower Committee.

Collaboration & Partnerships:

• Liaise with community mental health partners, primary care providers, and regional health networks.
• Represent Woodstock Hospital on external committees and regional mental health initiatives.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with academic institutions for training and research.

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Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree with specialization in Psychiatry.
• Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) in Psychiatry.
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).
• Minimum 5–7 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership or administrative role preferred.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, team leadership, and program development.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, diversity, and ethical practice.

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Why Join Woodstock Hospital?
Woodstock Hospital is a state-of-the-art facility committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care. We offer:

• 19 bed, schedule 1 facility providing mental health services to 135,000 residents of Oxford County.
• A collaborative and supportive medical team environment.
• Opportunities for innovation and leadership in a growing mental health program.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• A vibrant community located in Southwestern Ontario, with a high quality of life and easy access to major urban centres.

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How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and CV to:
c/o Heather Scherer
Chief of Staff Office

hscherer@woodstockhospital.ca

Please reference "Chief of Psychiatry Application" in your subject line.

Company Biography:

Woodstock Hospital is committed to promoting compassionate and respectful patient care. We are dedicated to sustaining a supportive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. We are committed to providing a barrier-free environment by participating and complying with the by-laws and guidelines of the standards developed under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If accommodation is required during the application, interview, or recruitment process, please contact Human Resources via email. Woodstock Hospital is also committed to being a safe space for everyone where we embrace diversity and celebrate individuality where everyone feels valued, respected, and appreciated. We seek to establish a more inclusive, diverse, accessible, and just culture in addressing barriers and inequities to make WH a place where everyone feels like they belong.