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Title: Clinical Coordinator – Family Medicine Clinic

Division: Clinical Services

Affiliation: Non-unionized

Site: Moose Factory, ON

Reports to: Clinical Manager

Status: Term (6 months with possible extension)

The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is seeking an experienced professional to fill the key role of Clinical Coordinator in the Family Medicine Clinic.

Life at WAHA

A beacon of healing, wellness, and innovation, WAHA connects remote communities with the care they deserve. With spellbinding views surrounding each site, team members bask in the tranquility of the land, juxtaposed against a bustling workplace busy addressing the complex needs of the region. Here, we work with purpose, knowing each action matters. Patients are neighbours, family, and colleagues. Each day brings a challenge- the good kind that stretches you, helps you grow, and makes you feel vital. These hurdles birth opportunities to problem solve, develop new skills, and explore new roles. Here, we step into a version of ourselves once forgotten, overshadowed by the daily grind, and rediscover a deep connection with ourselves, the land, and each other. Here, we experience work with wonder. #WeAreWAHA

What We Do

There has never been a more exciting time to be at WAHA. We are an integrated health system providing the full continuum of care to the six communities of the western James Bay coast with over 500 employees, physicians, and partners in care. As a health authority, you will work in a unique setting where you have the opportunity to care for patients in all phases of their life journey, in all areas of their health experience. From Primary, Acute, and Mental Health, Dental, Specialty Clinics, Population Health and the WAHA Paramedic Service, the opportunities for growth are boundless. We provide community-based programming in all six of our communities, have six paramedic bases, three hospitals, four emergency departments, one community health centre and a total of 72 beds. Our guiding goal is to be a centre of excellence in Indigenous and remote healthcare. To make this goal a reality, we have formed partnerships with other centres of excellence to remove barriers and eliminate the inequity of health services access that have long impacted the patients that we serve.

At WAHA, we are leading the way in health transformation. Come and immerse yourself in the local Cree culture, work with dedicated and passionate colleagues, and live in beautiful northern communities with amazing community members. Our mission is to provide optimum healthcare as close to home as possible. You can be part of this rewarding experience. Come and find your adventure in the north.

Who You Are

• Proven teamwork and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach fellow employees
• Dedicated to organizational development, performance, policies, and procedures
• Strong knowledge of prehospital care and emergency medical services
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills

What You’ll Do

• Lead patient care in the Family Medicine Unit
• Ensures referrals, appointments and consultations are arranged and followed up on
• Maintain critical communication between department staff and patients
• Work with department manager on program development, patient outcome improvement, as well as a strong customer service experience
• Effectively manage resources, including people, equipment and facilities
• Coordinates a multidisciplinary team to provide high quality patient care

What You Bring

• Designation as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing
• Diploma in Nursing is required, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred
• Experience as a Nurse in a Family Medicine/Primary Health Team setting
• Ability to act as a team lead for the staff in the department
• Experience working in the James Bay Coast is an asset

Why Choose Us

• Hospitals of Ontario Pension Plan
• Group health, welfare, and Employee and Family Assistance Program Benefits
• Ability to work with a purpose, connected to an amazing community and culture, with opportunities to learn and grow

Salary: $46.05 - $66.00

Competition #: 2026-012

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Deadline: This position will remain open till filled.

Apply directly at https://www.waha.ca/career-opportunities/

As part of our recruiting process, AI tools may assist in the screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Pay: $46.05-$66.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you have a diploma or degree in Nursing?
• Are you registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing?
• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Work Location: On the road