As a Supervisor in Medicine within the Department of National Defence, you will lead a team of medical professionals and support staff in providing clinical care, conducting medical research, or managing health services. Your responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality patient care or research outcomes, managing staff performance and development, and maintaining compliance with health regulations and DND policies. You will work in a variety of settings including military medical clinics, hospitals, research facilities, or field operations, depending on your posting. This role combines clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, requiring you to balance direct involvement in medical practice with supervisory duties such as scheduling, budgeting, and team management. You will work collaboratively with other health care professionals, military personnel, and civilian staff to support the health and readiness of Canadian Armed Forces members and their families.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee daily medicine operations, Assign work, monitor progress, and provide guidance to team members, Review work products for quality and compliance with standards, Contribute to operational planning and process improvement
Required Skills
Clinical skills, Patient/client assessment, Empathy and communication, Record-keeping, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Team supervision, Work coordination, Quality control, Staff development
Typical Education
Post-secondary diploma or degree; experience in the relevant technical or functional area
Training
To qualify for this position, you must hold a medical degree (MD or equivalent) recognized by the Medical Council of Canada and be licensed to practice medicine in Canada. Completion of post-graduate clinical training or specialization in a relevant medical field is typically required. You must obtain or maintain certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) or the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC), depending on your specialty. Professional development opportunities within DND include leadership and management training, military health services courses, and continuing medical education to maintain professional competencies. New supervisors may participate in the DND Leadership Development Program and receive mentoring to develop supervisory skills specific to the military health care environment.
Entry Plans
Entry into the Supervisor - Medicine position typically occurs through federal public service competitions advertised on the Public Service Commission website. Candidates may also enter through lateral moves from clinical medicine positions (e.g., Physician or Medical Officer) within DND or other federal health organizations, where demonstrated leadership potential and supervisory readiness are recognized. The DND may conduct recruitment campaigns targeting experienced physicians from academia, civilian hospitals, or provincial health systems who wish to transition to federal service. Some candidates may be identified through internal talent management processes and encouraged to apply for posted supervisory positions. All candidates must compete through a merit-based selection process and meet Treasury Board qualifications for the role, including Canadian citizenship or permanent residency requirements.
Part-Time Options
Part-time and flexible work arrangements for Supervisor - Medicine positions are available based on operational needs and may be negotiated on a case-by-case basis. Given the supervisory and clinical responsibilities, full-time employment is typical for most positions; however, some facilities may offer reduced-hour arrangements or job-sharing options for qualified candidates. Remote work options are limited due to the supervisory nature of the role and the requirement for on-site clinical oversight, though administrative and management tasks may be performed remotely when operationally feasible. Leave provisions follow Treasury Board policies, including annual leave, sick leave, and family-related leave entitlements. Shift work or on-call availability may be required depending on the medical facility's operational tempo and patient care demands. Specific arrangements are determined by the hiring manager and the needs of the posting location.
Related Careers
No related military careers on file for this position.
