Jessica Riehm
About Jessica Riehm
Jessica Riehm is a Manager at the Ontario Ministry of Health, specializing in policy design and health technology. She holds multiple degrees, including a Master's from the University of Toronto, and has extensive experience in healthcare policy and research.
Current Role at Ontario Ministry of Health
Jessica Riehm currently serves as a Manager at the Ontario Ministry of Health. In this role, she focuses on designing policies that integrate end-user needs into legal frameworks, funding, research, and innovative care models. Her work emphasizes the importance of co-designing policies with patients, families, service providers, and senior decision-makers to enhance patient and provider experiences.
Education and Academic Background
Jessica Riehm holds a Master’s Degree from the University of Toronto, which she completed from 2014 to 2016. She also earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto - University of St. Michael's College, studying from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she obtained a Paralegal candidate license from Centennial College in 2013.
Previous Work Experience
Jessica has held various positions in the healthcare sector. She worked as a Research Analyst at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for eight months in 2016. Following this, she served as a Senior Policy Advisor at the same ministry from 2017 to 2020. She also worked as a Team Lead at the Ontario Treasury Board Secretariat for nine months in 2020. Earlier in her career, she was a Health Advisor at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark from 2015 to 2016 and a Policy Consultant for Canadian Doctors for Medicare at The Public Good Initiative from 2014 to 2015.
Specialization in Health Technology and Virtual Care
Jessica Riehm specializes in virtual care and health technology. She applies system thinking to project management, focusing on generating capacity in the healthcare system. Her initiatives aim to expand access to high-quality home and community care services, addressing challenges such as an aging population and the growth of chronic diseases.