JOB INFORMATION

Manager, Compensation Engagement
Job Requisition ID: 62425
Ministry: Health
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 17, 2025
Classification: Manager Zone 2
Salary: $3,241.74 to $4,362.44 bi-weekly ($84,609 - $113,860/year)
The Ministry of Health is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes, and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness; coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services; health system planning and capital infrastructure planning; supporting innovative information management and technologies; regulating health care; and funding the health system.
The Department of Health establishes the Government of Alberta’s strategic direction for health, including advising government on health policy, legislation and standards, and public health concerns; monitoring and reporting health system performance; setting policies and priorities for the electronic/digital health environment; and providing oversight and ensuring accountability across the health system.
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The Strategic Engagement and Compensation Policy branch is integral to supporting and implementing the provincial government’s vision for innovation in health service provider compensation. The branch focuses on developing, reviewing, negotiating, and implementing compensation policies and strategies for publicly funded health services in Alberta while ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare for Albertans. We are looking for a Manager, Negotiation Strategies and a Manager, Compensation Engagement.

MANAGER, NEGOTIATION STRATEGIES

The Ministry of Health is seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to guide and develop the provincial-level compensation negotiations and engagement strategies for physicians, Allied Health providers, and other health service providers across Alberta. This leadership position will drive innovative approaches to compensation, foster collaboration, and ensure the successful implementation of policies and programs that improve healthcare delivery in the province.

MANAGER, COMPENSATION ENGAGEMENT

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to join our team as the Manager of Provincial Physician & Allied Health Provider Compensation Strategy. In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for developing and overseeing compensation models and policies that affect physicians, allied health providers, and other health professionals across Alberta. Your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions aimed at enhancing health care delivery in the province, aligning compensation strategies with long-term health system objectives.

SYSTEMS THINKING:

• Take a holistic, long-term view of organizational challenges and opportunities.
• Anticipate outcomes and potential impacts, seeking diverse stakeholder perspectives.
• Develop and implement actions aligned with the values of the Alberta Public Service (APS).
• Collaborate with others to identify areas for collective impact.

THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED:

• Strong, broad knowledge of the health care system and provider compensation strategies in Alberta together with knowledge of funding models and options used in Alberta and other jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding and experience with stakeholder engagement and negotiations activities with preference to candidates with direct negotiations involvement.
• An understanding of the structure of the health system and the roles and relationships of the key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the Canada Health Act, the Alberta Health Care Insurance Act, and associated regulations.
• An understanding of the rules and regulations governing the payment of physicians and allied health care providers.
• General knowledge concerning the history of evolution of the health system in Alberta including Alberta Health’s relationships with key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply, the principles and concepts of economics, qualitative and quantitative research, and analysis techniques.
• Understanding of financial concepts to assess the financial impact of proposed agreements.
• Experience in business, economics, public administration, health care, policy management, and negotiations.

THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE IS CONSIDERED AS ASSETS:

• Extensive knowledge and broad understanding of government and Alberta Health (AH) objectives, goals, and strategies.

THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENCE:

• Master’s degree in business, public administration, health care and LLB

THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED:

• Strong, broad knowledge of the health care system and provider compensation strategies in Alberta together with knowledge of funding models and options used in Alberta and other jurisdictions.
• An understanding of the structure of the health system and the roles and relationships of the key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the Canada Health Act, the Alberta Health Care Insurance Act, and associated regulations.
• A broad knowledge of economics, accounting, statistics and finance and the ability to apply them to physician compensation.
• An understanding of the rules and regulations governing the payment of physicians and allied health care providers.
• General knowledge concerning the history of evolution of the health system in Alberta including Alberta Health’s relationships with key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply, the principles and concepts of economics, qualitative and quantitative research, and analysis techniques.
• Financial analysis skills are also required for management of substantial budgets.
• Experience in business, economics, public administration, health care, policy management, and negotiations.

THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE IS CONSIDERED AS ASSETS:

• Extensive knowledge and broad understanding of government and Alberta Health (AH) objectives, goals, and strategies.

THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENCE:

• Master’s degree in business, public administration, and health care
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THE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Strategic Development: Lead the development of negotiation and engagement strategies for physicians, Allied Health providers, and other healthcare professionals to support engagement with stakeholders and service delivery organizations.
• Framework and Evaluation: Lead a team of analysts to design and implement a comprehensive framework for program monitoring, performance measurement, and evaluation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders (e.g., AHS, AMA, ADA, AAO, APA, CPSA) to advance various policy issues and strengthen collaborative efforts.
• Policy and Process Integration: Create strategies that incorporate relevant policy, processes, and standards into health service provider agreements, identifying and addressing any policy gaps.
• Committee Representation: Represent the ministry on key committees governing physician and Allied Health provider compensation programs and provide regular reports on program outcomes.
• Leadership & Innovation: Support and lead the development of innovative compensation models, including FFS (Fee-for-Service) and alternative models, to ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of healthcare delivery in Alberta.
• Strategic Planning & Alignment: Work closely with internal teams, including directors and analysts, to develop long-term strategies that align with the government’s strategic direction for healthcare compensation.
• Cross-Government Collaboration: Represent the Ministry in cross-government and stakeholder working groups, ensuring alignment of compensation strategies with overarching Alberta government objectives.
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THE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Strategic Development of Compensation Models:

• Lead the development of compensation policies and frameworks for physicians, allied health providers, and other health professionals.
• Innovate alternative compensation models for diverse provider groups, ensuring they are effective and sustainable.
• Work closely with the Alberta Medical Association (AMA), Alberta Dental Association (ADA), Alberta Optometric Association (AAO), and other stakeholders to align compensation strategies with provincial healthcare goals.