Why Choose DRDH?
At Deep River & District Health, we’re more than just a workplace – we are a connected, compassionate team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care to our community.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, volunteer, or student, choosing DRDH means joining a dynamic environment where every person matters.
Our health campus includes a hospital, long-term care home, family health team, and a variety of outpatient services and programs. With approximately 160 dedicated team members, and the invaluable support of many volunteers, we serve our community with care, professionalism, and compassion.
We’re proud to offer the best of both worlds: the lifestyle benefits of a small, welcoming community surrounded by nature, and the innovation and teamwork of a progressive, modern healthcare organization.
People First. Always.
At DRDH, we empower our team to ensure patients and residents feel secure, comfortable, and well-cared for. We invest in our people, support lifelong learning, and offer opportunities for professional growth and development.
Join a team where collaboration, excellence, and innovation are at the core of everything we do.
Current Opportunities
| Status | Regular Part Time |
|---|---|
| Salary | Start: $36.53 | 1 Year: $37.01 | 2 Year: $37.57 | 3 Year: $38.16 |
| Available Spots | 1 |
| Competition Number | OPSSUP17-2026-05-01 |
|---|---|
| Posting Date + Time | 2026-05-01 - 9:18 AM |
| Closing Date + Time | 2026-05-07 - 11:59 PM |
| Job Category | Registered Practical Nurse |
| Department | Nursing - Primary & Ambulatory Care |
| Hours | Variable Shifts | 0.5 FTE |
| Within | OPSEU Support |
Description
Position Summary
Practices as a member of the multidisciplinary team, under the standards of The College of Nurses of Ontario, Accreditation Canada, the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Long-Term Care and policies of Deep River & District Health (DRDH). In relation to the North Renfrew Family Health Team, under the direction of the Manager of Clinical Services-Primary Care, supports the provision of primary health care services to patients.
Position Relationships
Reports directly to the Manager of Clinical Services of the area they are assigned to. Collaborates with staff, physicians, families and patients, as well as external care providers to deliver care in response to the identified needs of patients.
Duties:
- Practice as a member of the multidisciplinary team to provide quality clinical care and teaching to patients, residents, and their families.
- Provide health education/counseling, and follow-up care, and performing other procedures according to the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of nursing practice.
- Download and triage laboratory and Health Report Manager (HRM) results, alerting physicians and nurse practitioners if lab results indicate timely intervention.
- Maintain clinic inventory of medical supplies and vaccines
- Ensure the cleaning and maintenance of equipment and clinical exam rooms.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures.
- Supports and demonstrates the mission, vision and values of the organization.
- Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.
Qualifications:
- Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Practical
- Nurse, and be a member in good standing required.
- Practical Nursing Diploma or equivalent education and relevant experience.
- Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Course or equivalent preferred.
- Gentle Persuasive Approach certificate preferred.
- Experience related to primary care approaches included but not limited to immunizations, Well-Baby, pediatrics, etc.
- Education and training related to dementia and geriatric care preferred: included but not limited to Montessori, restorative care approaches, palliative care, etc.
- Demonstrated focus on Person-Centered Care
- Experience leading interdisciplinary teams preferred.
- Knowledge of current trends in nursing and health care required.
- Demonstrated exemplary documentation skills and holistic assessment skills required.
- Knowledge of applicable legislative and hospital/program policies required.
- Exceptional Attendance required.
- Must agree to adhere to the standards of behaviour of the organization.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
| Status | Regular Part Time |
|---|---|
| Salary | $41.15-$58.98 per hour |
| Available Spots | 1 |
| Competition Number | ONA04-2026-01-22 |
|---|---|
| Posting Date + Time | 2026-04-24 - 3:53 PM |
| Closing Date + Time | 2026-05-31 - 11:59 PM |
| Job Category | Registered Nurse |
| Department | Nursing (Emergency) |
| Hours | Variable Shifts | 0.6 FTE |
| Within | ONA |
Description
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse practices as a member of the multidisciplinary team under the standards of Accreditation Canada, the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Long Term Care and policies of Deep River and District Health.
Position Relationships
Reports directly to the Manager of Clinical Services - Acute Care. Works as a member of the health care team to co-ordinate care in response to the identified needs of clients.
Duties:
- Practice as a member of the multidisciplinary team to provide quality nursing care and education for patients and their families.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures.
- Supports and demonstrates the mission, vision and values of Organization.
- Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.
Qualifications:
- Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse, and be a member in good standing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent education and relevant experience.
- Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within six (6) months of hire.
- 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Course or equivalent required within six (6) months of hire.
- CTAS Course required within six (6) months of hire.
- TNCC and PALS certification preferred.
- Emergency Nursing Certificate, or Critical Care Certificate or CNA Certification in Emergency or Critical Care Nursing preferred.
- Gentle Persuasive Approach certificate preferred.
- Recent clinical experience in an acute care setting.
- Experience with Pediatric assessment and care preferred.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary teams preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of the College of Nurses standards of practice required.
- Demonstrated ability to perform well in critical and high stress situations required.
- Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team required.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety required.
- Excellent attendance record required.
- Computer literacy and experience with electronic documentation required.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities required.
- Exemplary interpersonal, communication and organizational skills required.
- Must agree to adhere to DRDH standards of behaviour.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
| Status | Regular Part Time |
|---|---|
| Salary | $41.15-$58.98 per hour |
| Available Spots | 1 |
| Competition Number | ONA03-2026-01-13 |
|---|---|
| Posting Date + Time | 2026-04-24 - 3:40 PM |
| Closing Date + Time | 2026-05-31 - 11:59 PM |
| Job Category | Registered Nurse |
| Department | Nursing (Emerg & Medical) |
| Hours | Variable Shifts | 0.6 FTE |
| Within | ONA |
Description
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse practices as a member of the multidisciplinary team under the standards of Accreditation Canada, the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Long Term Care and policies of Deep River and District Health.
Position Relationships
Reports directly to the Manager of Clinical Services - Acute Care. Works as a member of the health care team to co-ordinate care in response to the identified needs of clients.
Duties:
- Practice as a member of the multidisciplinary team to provide quality nursing care and education for patients and their families.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures.
- Supports and demonstrates the mission, vision and values of Organization.
- Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.
Qualifications:
- Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse, and be a member in good standing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent education and relevant experience.
- Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within six (6) months of hire.
- 12 Lead ECG Interpretation Course or equivalent required within six (6) months of hire.
- CTAS Course required within six (6) months of hire.
- TNCC and PALS certification preferred.
- Emergency Nursing Certificate, or Critical Care Certificate or CNA Certification in Emergency or Critical Care Nursing preferred.
- Gentle Persuasive Approach certificate preferred.
- Recent clinical experience in an acute care setting.
- Experience with Pediatric assessment and care preferred.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary teams preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of the College of Nurses standards of practice required.
- Demonstrated ability to perform well in critical and high stress situations required.
- Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team required.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety required.
- Excellent attendance record required.
- Computer literacy and experience with electronic documentation required.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities required.
- Exemplary interpersonal, communication and organizational skills required.
- Must agree to adhere to DRDH standards of behaviour.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
| Status | Full Time |
|---|---|
| Salary | $63,848-70,942 |
| Available Spots | 1 |
| Competition Number | NU07-2026-04-20 |
|---|---|
| Posting Date + Time | 2026-04-21 - 8:00 AM |
| Closing Date + Time | 2026-05-04 - 11:59 PM |
| Job Category | Management & Administration |
| Department | Administration |
| Hours | Variable Shifts |
| Within | Non-Union |
Description
Position Summary
The Scheduling Supervisor oversees and manages centralized scheduling services to ensure seamless operations and high performance based on key performance indicators. The Scheduling Coordinator plays an operational role in the development, education, and implementation of standardized business processes. This role requires effective collaboration with operations teams, corporate support departments, and frontline staff, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and accountability.
Position Relationships
Reports to the Vice President of Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Executive. Collaborates with internal departments to ensure co-ordination of scheduling, clerical and materials management functions for the organization. Provides leadership and oversight to the ward clerks to support effective clinical supply management and scheduling across all centralized scheduled departments.
Duties:
- Provide leadership and oversight for the centralized scheduling team, ensuring consistent application of scheduling standards and procedures across the organization.
- Monitor the quality and accuracy of schedules, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with organizational policies, collective agreements, and service-level expectations.
- Develop and implement quality assurance measures to drive continuous improvement in scheduling operations, including timely response to staffing needs, adherence to key performance indicators, and preparing reports.
- Coach and support scheduling staff, fostering a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and excellence in service delivery.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for complex scheduling issues and collaborate with department leaders to ensure timely resolution and resource optimization.
- Lead training and onboarding for scheduling team members, ensuring staff are equipped with the knowledge, tools, and support to perform effectively.
- Collaborate with Human Resources and departmental leadership on workforce planning, staffing models, and scheduling solutions that support operational needs and patient care priorities.
- Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in an Office Administration program or equivalent required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in scheduling or workforce management, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Experience with scheduling implementation and workforce scheduling tools is required.
- Demonstrated experience leading clerical or administrative staff involved in scheduling or related support functions.
- Proficiency in the use and implementation of workforce scheduling systems and tools, with a strong understanding of healthcare scheduling practices, including shift rotations, union rules, and staffing models.
- Experience supporting change management and process improvement initiatives related to scheduling or workforce coordination is considered an asset.
- Experience providing oversight or coordination of materials management support services, including inventory tracking, ordering processes, and supply chain communication.
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle multiple demands in high-pressure situations.
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proven leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- Demonstrate professional demeanor, sound judgement, flexibility, and adaptability.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
- Exceptional attendance required.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures.
- Must agree to adhere to DRDH standards of behaviour.
- Support and demonstrate the Mission, Vision and Values of Deep River and District Health.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
| Status | Regular Part Time |
|---|---|
| Salary | $38.83-$54.76/hour |
| Available Spots | 1 |
| Competition Number | OPSPARA01-2026-01-01 |
|---|---|
| Posting Date + Time | 2026-01-01 - 9:15 AM |
| Closing Date + Time | 2026-05-31 - 11:30 AM |
| Job Category | Allied Healthcare Professionals |
| Department | Physiotherapy |
| Hours | Variable Shifts | 0.6 FTE |
| Within | OPSEU Paramedical |
Description
Position Summary:
The Physiotherapist provides high-quality, person-centered physiotherapy services across both hospital and long-term care settings. This includes assessment, treatment planning, intervention, education, and documentation for patients and residents with diverse medical, surgical, neurological, and geriatric needs. The Physiotherapist works collaboratively within the interdisciplinary teams to support mobility, rehabilitation, recovery, and quality of life.
Position Relationships:
Reports to the Manager of Clinical Services – Long-Term Care and communicates and interacts with the healthcare team including physicians, other staff and managers, students and volunteers.
Duties:
- Examines clients and develops treatment plans to maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability for clients to enhance optimal quality of life.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures.
- Supports and demonstrates the mission, vision and values of the organization.
- Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.
Qualifications:
- Current registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario required.
- Degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited institution (Bachelor’s or Master’s level).
- Eligible for membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
- Current Basic Rescuer (CPR) Certification required.
- Approved Ontario Assistive Devices Program Authorizer for mobility aids an asset.
- Experience in hospital and/or long-term care settings an asset.
- Knowledge of geriatric care principles and interRAI-LTCF or interRAI tools preferred.
- Proficient in electronic documentation and clinical systems.
- Demonstrated excellent time management, organization, communication and interpersonal skills required.
- Demonstrated resilience, empathy, and professional boundaries while providing compassionate care required.
- Ability to think critically, problem solve, and apply evidence-based practice in clinical decision-making.
- Exceptional attendance required.
- Must agree to adhere to DRDH standards of behaviour.
This posting is for an existing job vacancy.
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Career Opportunities
Deep River and District Health (DRDH) is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace that values equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and those from equity-deserving communities.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), DRDH is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage, please notify us in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made to meet your needs.
Please note that artificial intelligence (AI) is not used in the review or assessment of applicants. All applications are reviewed and considered by trained human resources personnel and hiring managers.
Positions are based onsite in Deep River, Ontario.
Please note: All DRDH applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Upon hiring, all applicants must provide government issued documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.