Lead - Physician Contracts

Salary Range: Annual $62,867 – $84,442 / Hourly $34.542 - $46.397

Position Type: Full-time Permanent

Posting Type: This job posting is for an existing vacancy

Hours of Work:35 hours per week

Closing Date: July 20, 2026 at 8:30a.m. CST

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Supervisor – Physician Contracts and within the Physician Services management agreement, the Lead – Physician Contracts works within the vision, mission and values of the organization, supporting the delivery of regional physician services to the Area and 31 communities in the region.

The Lead – Physician Contracts supports the effective and efficient administration of physician contract services and plays a key role in coordinating physician contracts, compensation administration, physician invoicing, reporting, reconciliation and scheduling-related processes. The role works collaboratively with the Supervisor – Physician Contracts, Finance, scheduling staff, physician leadership and operational teams to support accurate, timely and compliant physician services administration.

The Lead – Physician Contracts provides operational support and guidance in physician contract and compensation processes while contributing to service delivery, reporting requirements and physician scheduling coordination across the region.

Accountability

TheLead – Physician Contracts is directly accountable to the Supervisor – PhysicianContracts.

Qualifications

• Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment)
• Certificate/Diploma in Business, Finance and/or a combination of education/experience as deemed acceptable by SLFNHA.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience consisting of healthcare administration, finance and/or a combination of education/experience as deemed acceptable by SLFNHA.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision making and problem-solving
• Solution oriented with a high sense of quality, attention to detail, accuracy, efficiency, and meeting deadlines
• Knowledge of employment legislation and compensation practices
• Advanced knowledge of computer software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, database, and emails; specifically MS Excel, MS Word
• Experience in integrated data-driven programs
• Analytical skills for program data and financial information
• Strong organizational skills and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work in a team with diverse cultural backgrounds
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems
• Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations; knowledge of the First Nations’ people, history, culture, health priorities and social issues
• Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an asset
• Ability to perform the requirements of the role on a regular basis

Roles & Responsibilities

• Prepare all physician contracts and monitor the reporting requirements
• Ensure the necessary documents, approvals, privileges and other documents are in place prior to physicians’ starting their work commitment in the region
• Communicate with the appropriate internal staff in the drafting of modifications or other contractual documents
• Support physician recruitment and retention activities within the organization
• Complete annual updating of all files
• Prepare, maintain, and monitor the compensation system: accounting spreadsheet process, and tracking for physician compensation for monthly and annual submissions
• Working closely with Finance on monthly compensation, tracking and reporting requirements to physicians and Ministry of Health (MOH)
• Review and reconcile physician work records against published schedule and ensure accurate data entry
• Monitor physician work records against contract commitments and report variances
• Prepare monthly invoices templates for all regional physicians (GP and Specialist)
• Update and maintain and share Invoicing Guidelines document to Physicians
• Prepare all required reports in collaboration with Finance and ensure timely submissions to meet deadlines to MOH, HFO, BOD, Physicians and PSPO Managers
• Monthly Physician Tracking Days
• Monthly MOH Summary
• Monthly Community Request for Locum Services
• Assist the Supervisor – Physician Contracts with the development, maintenance, and updates of all reports, including new, existing or modifications to existing reports
• PSP Monthly Report
• Annual FTE Allocations
• Annual Report to SLFNHA and SLRPSI
• Monthly Physician Services Newsletter
• All other reports
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and reports as assigned
• Ensure SLRPSI Physicians policy and procedures are adhered to including the scheduling and invoicing guidelines
• Provide physician invoice orientations to all new physicians in the region
• Provide reorientation sessions to Physicians as required
• Work collaboratively with the scheduling and management teams to ensure all the obligations are met with physician human resources for the region
• Provide effective customer service to internal and external representatives in all areas of invoice processes
• Support and review scheduling communications sent to First Nations nursing stations and other stakeholders to ensure clarity, accuracy, and timeliness
• Confirm accommodation and travel arrangement are effectively coordinated with other team members
• Provide assistance with other assigned duties

Working Conditions

• Prolonged sitting
• Frequent use of computer, keyboard and mouse
• Prolonged viewing of computer screens
• Must be willing to relocate to Sioux Lookout
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours.
• Required to work days, sometimes evenings and weekends, if necessary.
• Preapproved overtime as required

We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees:

• Health and dental benefits
• Competitive time off plans that increase with years of service
• Pension plan & comprehensive insurance coverage
• Fitness reimbursement program
• Professional development opportunities
• Relocation assistance