Director of Care, Clinical, Brucelea Haven
Bruce County, Walkerton, Ontario
Located within two hours of Ontario's major urban centres, Bruce County is a safe, caring, and prosperous community located in Southwestern Ontario, boasting 2,400 kilometers of pristine Great Lakes coastline and a healthy lifestyle free from traffic jams, congestion and a high cost of living. Bruce County is part of a thriving sub-provincial economy with direct access to major North American markets and exports exceeding $50 billion. Hike the path less travelled; breathe in gorgeous sunsets on sandy beaches; surge through forests on two-wheels or splash in a Great Lake! This is Bruce County life after work. Discover a lifestyle that provides endless opportunity for exploration. It will only take you your first day in Bruce County to realize that this is the explorer's natural playground. For more information, visit www.brucecounty.on.ca
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Administrator, the Director of Care, Clinical, Brucelea Haven is responsible for maintaining the highest standard of resident-focused nursing care, while meeting or exceeding the requirements of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. The Director will be a peer with the Director of Care (Quality & Standards), providing effective leadership, management and evaluation of the nursing program and ensuring efficient utilization of human, physical and financial resources, while ensuring that continuous quality improvement outcomes are met or exceeded, and demonstrating dedication to professional values and the mission, vision and values of long-term care.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing with studies in Geriatrics and/or Nursing Administration
5 years’ experience as a registered nurse with 3 years supervisory experience in geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care facilities with the ability to identify issues, implement creative and strategic solutions, plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies while supervising and motivating a team to achieve/exceed goals.
Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports and identify measures of performance and actions needed to improve or correct performance. Experience with budget preparation and management and a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.
To express interest in this opportunity, email your cover letter and resume by June 10, 2019 to:
Patrick Rowan, Partner, Feldman Daxon Partners
416-515-7600 x254
prowan@feldmandaxon.com
May 21, 2019
Full time
Director of Care, Clinical, Brucelea Haven
Bruce County, Walkerton, Ontario
Located within two hours of Ontario's major urban centres, Bruce County is a safe, caring, and prosperous community located in Southwestern Ontario, boasting 2,400 kilometers of pristine Great Lakes coastline and a healthy lifestyle free from traffic jams, congestion and a high cost of living. Bruce County is part of a thriving sub-provincial economy with direct access to major North American markets and exports exceeding $50 billion. Hike the path less travelled; breathe in gorgeous sunsets on sandy beaches; surge through forests on two-wheels or splash in a Great Lake! This is Bruce County life after work. Discover a lifestyle that provides endless opportunity for exploration. It will only take you your first day in Bruce County to realize that this is the explorer's natural playground. For more information, visit www.brucecounty.on.ca
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Administrator, the Director of Care, Clinical, Brucelea Haven is responsible for maintaining the highest standard of resident-focused nursing care, while meeting or exceeding the requirements of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. The Director will be a peer with the Director of Care (Quality & Standards), providing effective leadership, management and evaluation of the nursing program and ensuring efficient utilization of human, physical and financial resources, while ensuring that continuous quality improvement outcomes are met or exceeded, and demonstrating dedication to professional values and the mission, vision and values of long-term care.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing with studies in Geriatrics and/or Nursing Administration
5 years’ experience as a registered nurse with 3 years supervisory experience in geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care facilities with the ability to identify issues, implement creative and strategic solutions, plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies while supervising and motivating a team to achieve/exceed goals.
Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports and identify measures of performance and actions needed to improve or correct performance. Experience with budget preparation and management and a well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.
To express interest in this opportunity, email your cover letter and resume by June 10, 2019 to:
Patrick Rowan, Partner, Feldman Daxon Partners
416-515-7600 x254
prowan@feldmandaxon.com
This newly created role will be accountable for developing and implementing system-level initiatives to advance integrated care and partnerships. This director will lead partnership projects and build system capacity by envisioning, developing and maintaining key relationships and partnerships that will better connect services across the system both within and outside Unity Health Toronto.
Responsibilities & Activities:
Leads, champions and directs the development of transformation and partnership strategies for the organization.
Central point of contact and key organization networker for strategic stakeholder relations and partnerships.
Develops and implements an organizational transformation strategy that focuses on building a more integrated and inter-connected health system and advancing partnerships across the continuum of care.
Build and maintain relationships with a range of key primary care networks, community providers, hospitals and cross-sector agencies to advance a partnership strategy that is integrated, outcome-focused and transformative.
Ensures that the transformation and partnership strategy will align with and achieve the strategic priorities set out in the organization’s overall Strategic Plan and is tied to its Mission, Vision and Values.
Works with Senior Management and other key leaders managing the relationships of the partners.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the LEADS model of Leading Self, Leading Others and Leading Systems and personally models effective leadership behaviours in all aspects of their work.
Accountability:
Consults with the senior leadership team around decisions that will have a substantial impact on system transformation.
Works with the VP, People and Transformation on appropriate direction to take to ensure the focus of partnership is directed within the goals of the organization.
Understands functional or site specific requirements and is able to deliver partnerships that establish what’s required to meet specific needs.
Education/Qualifications:
At least 7 years of progressive experience system level leadership experience
Experience building relationships and partnerships related to health system integration
Strong and innovative health care leader with a track record in provincial health system integration and successful track record of executing on a range of initiative and inspiring system level change
Exceptional relationship developer, capable of inspiring teams and working with organizational partners to facilitate change while fostering a culture of creativity and innovation
Strong existing relationships across both the healthcare industry and the provincial government
Strong project management experience, including demonstrated ability to efficiently plan, organize, and manage complex, multiple projects simultaneously with limited supervision or direction
Superior critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional interpersonal, team-building and communication skills
Ability to build consensus and foster change
Outstanding integrity, initiative, creativity, and passion
May 21, 2019
Full time
This newly created role will be accountable for developing and implementing system-level initiatives to advance integrated care and partnerships. This director will lead partnership projects and build system capacity by envisioning, developing and maintaining key relationships and partnerships that will better connect services across the system both within and outside Unity Health Toronto.
Responsibilities & Activities:
Leads, champions and directs the development of transformation and partnership strategies for the organization.
Central point of contact and key organization networker for strategic stakeholder relations and partnerships.
Develops and implements an organizational transformation strategy that focuses on building a more integrated and inter-connected health system and advancing partnerships across the continuum of care.
Build and maintain relationships with a range of key primary care networks, community providers, hospitals and cross-sector agencies to advance a partnership strategy that is integrated, outcome-focused and transformative.
Ensures that the transformation and partnership strategy will align with and achieve the strategic priorities set out in the organization’s overall Strategic Plan and is tied to its Mission, Vision and Values.
Works with Senior Management and other key leaders managing the relationships of the partners.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the LEADS model of Leading Self, Leading Others and Leading Systems and personally models effective leadership behaviours in all aspects of their work.
Accountability:
Consults with the senior leadership team around decisions that will have a substantial impact on system transformation.
Works with the VP, People and Transformation on appropriate direction to take to ensure the focus of partnership is directed within the goals of the organization.
Understands functional or site specific requirements and is able to deliver partnerships that establish what’s required to meet specific needs.
Education/Qualifications:
At least 7 years of progressive experience system level leadership experience
Experience building relationships and partnerships related to health system integration
Strong and innovative health care leader with a track record in provincial health system integration and successful track record of executing on a range of initiative and inspiring system level change
Exceptional relationship developer, capable of inspiring teams and working with organizational partners to facilitate change while fostering a culture of creativity and innovation
Strong existing relationships across both the healthcare industry and the provincial government
Strong project management experience, including demonstrated ability to efficiently plan, organize, and manage complex, multiple projects simultaneously with limited supervision or direction
Superior critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional interpersonal, team-building and communication skills
Ability to build consensus and foster change
Outstanding integrity, initiative, creativity, and passion
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Administration and Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Finance and Decision Support (Director) will provide financial analysis for various initiatives across Joseph
Brant Hospital (JBH) to ensure exceptional service delivery and optimal financial performance. The
Director will lead a diverse portfolio including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Capital, Treasury Redevelopment, Billing, Budgets, Audits and General Ledger, as well as Decision Support. The Director will work collaboratively with senior leadership, colleagues, staff, and physicians to enable a strategic financial plan that supports JBH’s ambitious goals for patients. In addition to providing financial oversight and operation, the Director will have the opportunity to inspire strategic and innovative financial planning and analytics in a climate of complex fiscal challenges.
The Director will lead and support a full range of initiatives related to Finance and Decision Support.
He/she will be accountable for recommending, developing and implementing programs for controlling hospital assets, budget planning, expenditure control, fund management and case costing. The Director will provide education and support across the organization to ensure continued exceptional service delivery and financial performance. He/She will also be a source of inspiration and coaching to his/her team, enabling a business partner culture across the organization.
May 10, 2019
Full time
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Administration and Chief Financial Officer, the Director, Finance and Decision Support (Director) will provide financial analysis for various initiatives across Joseph
Brant Hospital (JBH) to ensure exceptional service delivery and optimal financial performance. The
Director will lead a diverse portfolio including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Capital, Treasury Redevelopment, Billing, Budgets, Audits and General Ledger, as well as Decision Support. The Director will work collaboratively with senior leadership, colleagues, staff, and physicians to enable a strategic financial plan that supports JBH’s ambitious goals for patients. In addition to providing financial oversight and operation, the Director will have the opportunity to inspire strategic and innovative financial planning and analytics in a climate of complex fiscal challenges.
The Director will lead and support a full range of initiatives related to Finance and Decision Support.
He/she will be accountable for recommending, developing and implementing programs for controlling hospital assets, budget planning, expenditure control, fund management and case costing. The Director will provide education and support across the organization to ensure continued exceptional service delivery and financial performance. He/She will also be a source of inspiration and coaching to his/her team, enabling a business partner culture across the organization.
•Senior Clinical Leadership Role •Lead Reform Collaborate and Influence •Positive Organisational Culture
Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) in South Australia provides a range of acute and sub-acute services for people of all ages living in the northern metropolitan area of Adelaide. The service also provides a number of state-wide services and services to those in regional areas. The northern area of Adelaide is currently the highest population growth area in South Australia. More than 5,100 skilled staff provide high quality patient care, education, research and health promoting services.
NALHN are now seeking a Divisional Director (Medical), Surgical Specialties & Anaesthetics to provide strategic clinical leadership and to significantly contribute to NALHN strategic planning and the delivery of South Australia’s Health Care Plan. The position will, in conjunction with the Divisional Director (Nursing), lead the strategic and operational facets of the Division of Surgical Specialties and Anaesthetics.
There is a focus on ensuring excellence in the provision of clinical services and of implementing new models of service care, identifying innovative and alternative approaches to the provision of these services. Assisting in the development and implementation of workforce reform, developing working environments that are responsive to the changing needs and profile of the consumer and changes in service delivery.
A highly accomplished clinician and leader in your own right with a commitment to innovation, service improvement and ensuring the highest standards of patient centred care, you will contribute significantly to the ongoing excellence of service provision at NALHN. It is anticipated that you will also continue to provide clinical services in your specialty area, and a generous time allocation is available to support undertaking your leadership responsibilities.
The position requires the possession of MBBS or equivalent and appropriate Specialist qualifications that are registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as a Medical Practitioner with Specialist registration. As per the relevant enterprise agreement, the Divisional Director component of the role is offered up to 5- years and the Specialist Consultant role is for an ongoing basis.
We invite qualified candidates to contact Liz Hlipala on +61 (0)401 122 301 or via email lhlipala@hardygroupintl.com for a confidential discussion.
To access the Candidate Information Pack, visit https://hardygroupintl.com/job/104/
Applications close Friday, May the 24th 2019
May 08, 2019
Full time
•Senior Clinical Leadership Role •Lead Reform Collaborate and Influence •Positive Organisational Culture
Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) in South Australia provides a range of acute and sub-acute services for people of all ages living in the northern metropolitan area of Adelaide. The service also provides a number of state-wide services and services to those in regional areas. The northern area of Adelaide is currently the highest population growth area in South Australia. More than 5,100 skilled staff provide high quality patient care, education, research and health promoting services.
NALHN are now seeking a Divisional Director (Medical), Surgical Specialties & Anaesthetics to provide strategic clinical leadership and to significantly contribute to NALHN strategic planning and the delivery of South Australia’s Health Care Plan. The position will, in conjunction with the Divisional Director (Nursing), lead the strategic and operational facets of the Division of Surgical Specialties and Anaesthetics.
There is a focus on ensuring excellence in the provision of clinical services and of implementing new models of service care, identifying innovative and alternative approaches to the provision of these services. Assisting in the development and implementation of workforce reform, developing working environments that are responsive to the changing needs and profile of the consumer and changes in service delivery.
A highly accomplished clinician and leader in your own right with a commitment to innovation, service improvement and ensuring the highest standards of patient centred care, you will contribute significantly to the ongoing excellence of service provision at NALHN. It is anticipated that you will also continue to provide clinical services in your specialty area, and a generous time allocation is available to support undertaking your leadership responsibilities.
The position requires the possession of MBBS or equivalent and appropriate Specialist qualifications that are registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as a Medical Practitioner with Specialist registration. As per the relevant enterprise agreement, the Divisional Director component of the role is offered up to 5- years and the Specialist Consultant role is for an ongoing basis.
We invite qualified candidates to contact Liz Hlipala on +61 (0)401 122 301 or via email lhlipala@hardygroupintl.com for a confidential discussion.
To access the Candidate Information Pack, visit https://hardygroupintl.com/job/104/
Applications close Friday, May the 24th 2019
Doctors of BC, formerly known as the BC Medical Association (BCMA), is a voluntary association of 14,000 physicians, residents and medical students in British Columbia.
Their vision is to promote a social, economic, and political climate in which members can provide the citizens of BC with the highest standard of health care, while achieving maximum professional satisfaction and fair economic reward.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Director, EQI (Engagement and Quality Improvement) is responsible for managing all operations within Doctors of BC that implement the direction and decisions for the Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs), namely the General Practice Services Committee (GPSC), Specialist Services Committee (SSC), and the Shared Care Committee (SCC). The role requires an energizing, versatile and authentic leader that has the ability to think strategically, but also enjoys understanding and executing the details for success. The Executive Director, EQI displays exceptional leadership ability and is adept at managing large business units through operational change while building strong collaborative partnerships and mutually beneficial relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders. The Executive Director, EQI works with physician leaders to assist in helping to influence and shape the three JCCs, but is primarily responsible for delivering the work needed to achieve organizational and committee objectives. This includes building a culture of achievement and accountability that is consistent and aligned with the overall culture at Doctors of BC.
The ideal candidate will have senior strategic leadership experience that could be gained in a health service delivery organization, other public sector organizations or the private sector. Knowledge of the BC’s primary health care system including an understanding of health regions and acute and community-based services would be an asset.
For more information about this position, please click here .
May 07, 2019
Full time
Doctors of BC, formerly known as the BC Medical Association (BCMA), is a voluntary association of 14,000 physicians, residents and medical students in British Columbia.
Their vision is to promote a social, economic, and political climate in which members can provide the citizens of BC with the highest standard of health care, while achieving maximum professional satisfaction and fair economic reward.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Director, EQI (Engagement and Quality Improvement) is responsible for managing all operations within Doctors of BC that implement the direction and decisions for the Joint Collaborative Committees (JCCs), namely the General Practice Services Committee (GPSC), Specialist Services Committee (SSC), and the Shared Care Committee (SCC). The role requires an energizing, versatile and authentic leader that has the ability to think strategically, but also enjoys understanding and executing the details for success. The Executive Director, EQI displays exceptional leadership ability and is adept at managing large business units through operational change while building strong collaborative partnerships and mutually beneficial relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders. The Executive Director, EQI works with physician leaders to assist in helping to influence and shape the three JCCs, but is primarily responsible for delivering the work needed to achieve organizational and committee objectives. This includes building a culture of achievement and accountability that is consistent and aligned with the overall culture at Doctors of BC.
The ideal candidate will have senior strategic leadership experience that could be gained in a health service delivery organization, other public sector organizations or the private sector. Knowledge of the BC’s primary health care system including an understanding of health regions and acute and community-based services would be an asset.
For more information about this position, please click here .
About the Faculty of Health, Community and Education
The Faculty of Health, Community and Education is constantly looking forward to an inspired future where our efforts contribute to healthy communities and ultimately improve the quality of life of those with whom we interact. Our unique collection of programs tailored to health, community and education professions, creates a compelling collective. Our partnerships with the community, and within the post-secondary sector, open up new and exciting avenues that increase access and opportunity, while augmenting the overall student experience. The Faculty of Health, Community and Education is comprised of four departments: School of Nursing and Midwifery, Health and Physical Education, Child Studies and Social Work, and Education which offer a variety of degree, diploma, and certificate programs. For more information on the Faculty of Health, Community and Education please visit our webpage at: http://www.mtroyal.ca/ProgramsCourses/FacultiesSchoolsCentres/HealthCommunityEducation/index.htm
School of Nursing and Midwifery
A leader in innovative teaching strategies and outstanding practical instruction, Mount Royal University’s School of Nursing and Midwifery prepares students to make a difference in the health and well-being of Canadians.
The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers the following programs: Bachelor of Nursing , Bachelor of Midwifery , the Bridge to Canadian Nursing and the Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing Certificate .
About the Role
The Director, reporting to the Dean, Faculty of Health, Community and Education, leads the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The Director is a University officer providing strategic and operational support to the School of Nursing and Midwifery in matters internal and external to the university. The Director serves on relevant department, university and community committees and as an alternate for the Dean in matters pertaining to health, midwifery and nursing where appropriate. Together with the Dean and Associate Deans, the Director, School of Nursing and Midwifery provides leadership and direction with partnerships and collaborative initiatives that involve the community, professional associations, agencies, and other post-secondary institutions. The Director is responsible to the Dean for the administration of the School of Nursing and Midwifery in matters related to: program and curriculum and evaluation, human resources, facility resources, budget and financial planning, program accreditation, and liaison activities, internal and external to the university.
Responsibilities
Develops and implements short-term and long-term strategic plans for sustainability of four programs that is consistent with the missions, vision and values of Mount Royal University.
Exercises leadership in the development and maintenance of new programs and/or program expansion.
Establishes and maintains an effective organizational structure so as to accomplish the School’s objectives; ensures professional development of nursing faculty and staff to ensure strong succession planning and to increase the capacity of the School in teaching, scholarship and service.
Prepares and submits self-study and other reports and conduct related activities as needed to support the accreditation, licensing and compliance processes and provincial nursing and midwifery requirements.
Responsible for institution licensing and compliance under the direction of and in coordination with the Dean, FHCE, to ensure that compliance and licensing issues pertaining to the programs are addressed appropriately and on a timely basis.
Assumes responsibility for faculty and staff orientation to accreditation processes.
Provides guidance, advice and coaching for new and existing faculty regarding accreditation processes.
Monitors student success including, student persistence, graduation rates, first time NCLEX-RN pass rates and student satisfaction and is accountable for the development of action plans to address any areas not meeting Mount Royal’s standards.
Provides sound business, managerial and financial guidance to subordinates in the conduct of their duties as well as facilitating effective communication on a daily basis so as to reinforce teamwork and information sharing.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory and statutory regulations; amends existing procedures as needed.
Ensures that both faculty and staff are hired with the appropriate credentials, knowledge, skill, and experience to meet the needs of the programs.
Ensures quality of instruction through periodic evaluations and audits on how effectively programs are meeting established objectives.
Ensures the quality of scholarly activities and research through working closely with the Associate Dean - Research, Scholarship and Community Engagement and the annual reporting process.
Represents the School, on select government, health region, professional regulatory, professional association committees or bodies. (Alberta Nursing Education Administrators’ (ANEA), Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN), College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA), Nursing Education Program Approval Board (NEPAB), Health Workforce Planning, Canadian Association of Midwives (CAM), Alberta Association of Midwives (AAM), College of Midwives of Alberta (CMA) and Alberta Health Services (AHS) etc as determined by the Dean.
Where appropriate and in collaboration with the Dean and associate Deans develops partnerships with other agencies or organizations.
Qualifications
Doctorate (in Nursing or a related field)
Registered Nurse in Alberta
Current licensure as a registered nurse in Alberta
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse
Experience in the teaching of nursing education as a faculty member
Experience in educational administration preferred
Minimum of three (3) years experience in a supervisory or managerial role
Excellent interpersonal skills. Evident leadership, management and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
A high level of initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving skills
To Apply: https://mtroyalca.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/679
May 03, 2019
Full time
About the Faculty of Health, Community and Education
The Faculty of Health, Community and Education is constantly looking forward to an inspired future where our efforts contribute to healthy communities and ultimately improve the quality of life of those with whom we interact. Our unique collection of programs tailored to health, community and education professions, creates a compelling collective. Our partnerships with the community, and within the post-secondary sector, open up new and exciting avenues that increase access and opportunity, while augmenting the overall student experience. The Faculty of Health, Community and Education is comprised of four departments: School of Nursing and Midwifery, Health and Physical Education, Child Studies and Social Work, and Education which offer a variety of degree, diploma, and certificate programs. For more information on the Faculty of Health, Community and Education please visit our webpage at: http://www.mtroyal.ca/ProgramsCourses/FacultiesSchoolsCentres/HealthCommunityEducation/index.htm
School of Nursing and Midwifery
A leader in innovative teaching strategies and outstanding practical instruction, Mount Royal University’s School of Nursing and Midwifery prepares students to make a difference in the health and well-being of Canadians.
The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers the following programs: Bachelor of Nursing , Bachelor of Midwifery , the Bridge to Canadian Nursing and the Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing Certificate .
About the Role
The Director, reporting to the Dean, Faculty of Health, Community and Education, leads the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The Director is a University officer providing strategic and operational support to the School of Nursing and Midwifery in matters internal and external to the university. The Director serves on relevant department, university and community committees and as an alternate for the Dean in matters pertaining to health, midwifery and nursing where appropriate. Together with the Dean and Associate Deans, the Director, School of Nursing and Midwifery provides leadership and direction with partnerships and collaborative initiatives that involve the community, professional associations, agencies, and other post-secondary institutions. The Director is responsible to the Dean for the administration of the School of Nursing and Midwifery in matters related to: program and curriculum and evaluation, human resources, facility resources, budget and financial planning, program accreditation, and liaison activities, internal and external to the university.
Responsibilities
Develops and implements short-term and long-term strategic plans for sustainability of four programs that is consistent with the missions, vision and values of Mount Royal University.
Exercises leadership in the development and maintenance of new programs and/or program expansion.
Establishes and maintains an effective organizational structure so as to accomplish the School’s objectives; ensures professional development of nursing faculty and staff to ensure strong succession planning and to increase the capacity of the School in teaching, scholarship and service.
Prepares and submits self-study and other reports and conduct related activities as needed to support the accreditation, licensing and compliance processes and provincial nursing and midwifery requirements.
Responsible for institution licensing and compliance under the direction of and in coordination with the Dean, FHCE, to ensure that compliance and licensing issues pertaining to the programs are addressed appropriately and on a timely basis.
Assumes responsibility for faculty and staff orientation to accreditation processes.
Provides guidance, advice and coaching for new and existing faculty regarding accreditation processes.
Monitors student success including, student persistence, graduation rates, first time NCLEX-RN pass rates and student satisfaction and is accountable for the development of action plans to address any areas not meeting Mount Royal’s standards.
Provides sound business, managerial and financial guidance to subordinates in the conduct of their duties as well as facilitating effective communication on a daily basis so as to reinforce teamwork and information sharing.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory and statutory regulations; amends existing procedures as needed.
Ensures that both faculty and staff are hired with the appropriate credentials, knowledge, skill, and experience to meet the needs of the programs.
Ensures quality of instruction through periodic evaluations and audits on how effectively programs are meeting established objectives.
Ensures the quality of scholarly activities and research through working closely with the Associate Dean - Research, Scholarship and Community Engagement and the annual reporting process.
Represents the School, on select government, health region, professional regulatory, professional association committees or bodies. (Alberta Nursing Education Administrators’ (ANEA), Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN), College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA), Nursing Education Program Approval Board (NEPAB), Health Workforce Planning, Canadian Association of Midwives (CAM), Alberta Association of Midwives (AAM), College of Midwives of Alberta (CMA) and Alberta Health Services (AHS) etc as determined by the Dean.
Where appropriate and in collaboration with the Dean and associate Deans develops partnerships with other agencies or organizations.
Qualifications
Doctorate (in Nursing or a related field)
Registered Nurse in Alberta
Current licensure as a registered nurse in Alberta
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse
Experience in the teaching of nursing education as a faculty member
Experience in educational administration preferred
Minimum of three (3) years experience in a supervisory or managerial role
Excellent interpersonal skills. Evident leadership, management and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
A high level of initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving skills
To Apply: https://mtroyalca.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/679
Chief and Medical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology , St. Joseph’s Health Centre
On August 1, 2017, Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital integrated to form a new health network known as Unity Health Toronto. United, the three organizations serve patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care while investing in world-class research and education . Unity Health Toronto works to advance the health of everyone in their urban communities and beyond. The health network provides services spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care.
St. Joseph’s Health Centre (St. Joe’s Toronto) is a Catholic community teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto that has served the communities of West Toronto and beyond for nearly a century. Empowered by the dedication of their staff, physicians, students and volunteers, and emboldened through strong partnerships and the input of local residents, St. Joe’s Toronto is committed to achieving its vision of advancing the health of the community by being one of Canada’s best community teaching health centres.
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department is part of the Women’s and Children’s Program which includes the Family Birthing Centre, a Level 2 NICU, a regional Paediatric Centre, a Division of Midwifery, and partners with Family Medicine. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is comprised of 20 specialists. There are approximately 3,300 deliveries yearly at St. Joe’s Toronto and there is a Minimally Invasive Surgery Service within Gynecology.
For more information about Unity Health Toronto, please visit their website at: https://oursharedpurpose.com .
The Position
The Chief and Medical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Chief), will be responsible for the leadership of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Program at St. Joe’s Toronto. This is an innovative, high-functioning, program servicing the West Toronto Community. The Chief will champion best practice and quality initiatives in a dynamic inter-professional environment within a program management model. The Chief will work closely with the Program Leadership and the many dedicated clinicians, specialists and hospital team members, patients and families to provide high quality hospital and health services to patients and their families.
Key leadership priorities for the Chief will be to:
Advance a highly collaborative culture that supports active community engagement, academic endeavours and partnerships.
Identify, develop and implement key program initiatives that can maximize quality, advance transformative care, and adopt best practices across the continuum of the patient journey.
Enhance and continue to build excellent relationships with academic partners and collaborators.
Partner and build relationships with internal and external providers, clinicians, teams, stakeholders and leaders to ensure optimal team performance and the provision of the highest quality and safest care to patients and families.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an accomplished clinician and teacher with a proven track record of academic achievements. You are a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or other certification that is deemed to be equivalent. The successful candidate should have or be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto.
You are an experienced, inclusive and visionary clinician leader with credentials in medical leadership, strategy and operations, as well as a passion for patient advocacy, service excellence and patient cultural sensitivity. Recognized as an effective change leader and successful in building relationships, you have demonstrated your commitment to quality improvement, broader systems-level change, and an academic mandate.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman, at resumes@promeus.ca .
May 01, 2019
Full time
Chief and Medical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology , St. Joseph’s Health Centre
On August 1, 2017, Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital integrated to form a new health network known as Unity Health Toronto. United, the three organizations serve patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care while investing in world-class research and education . Unity Health Toronto works to advance the health of everyone in their urban communities and beyond. The health network provides services spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care.
St. Joseph’s Health Centre (St. Joe’s Toronto) is a Catholic community teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto that has served the communities of West Toronto and beyond for nearly a century. Empowered by the dedication of their staff, physicians, students and volunteers, and emboldened through strong partnerships and the input of local residents, St. Joe’s Toronto is committed to achieving its vision of advancing the health of the community by being one of Canada’s best community teaching health centres.
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department is part of the Women’s and Children’s Program which includes the Family Birthing Centre, a Level 2 NICU, a regional Paediatric Centre, a Division of Midwifery, and partners with Family Medicine. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is comprised of 20 specialists. There are approximately 3,300 deliveries yearly at St. Joe’s Toronto and there is a Minimally Invasive Surgery Service within Gynecology.
For more information about Unity Health Toronto, please visit their website at: https://oursharedpurpose.com .
The Position
The Chief and Medical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Chief), will be responsible for the leadership of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Program at St. Joe’s Toronto. This is an innovative, high-functioning, program servicing the West Toronto Community. The Chief will champion best practice and quality initiatives in a dynamic inter-professional environment within a program management model. The Chief will work closely with the Program Leadership and the many dedicated clinicians, specialists and hospital team members, patients and families to provide high quality hospital and health services to patients and their families.
Key leadership priorities for the Chief will be to:
Advance a highly collaborative culture that supports active community engagement, academic endeavours and partnerships.
Identify, develop and implement key program initiatives that can maximize quality, advance transformative care, and adopt best practices across the continuum of the patient journey.
Enhance and continue to build excellent relationships with academic partners and collaborators.
Partner and build relationships with internal and external providers, clinicians, teams, stakeholders and leaders to ensure optimal team performance and the provision of the highest quality and safest care to patients and families.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an accomplished clinician and teacher with a proven track record of academic achievements. You are a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or other certification that is deemed to be equivalent. The successful candidate should have or be eligible for an academic appointment at the University of Toronto.
You are an experienced, inclusive and visionary clinician leader with credentials in medical leadership, strategy and operations, as well as a passion for patient advocacy, service excellence and patient cultural sensitivity. Recognized as an effective change leader and successful in building relationships, you have demonstrated your commitment to quality improvement, broader systems-level change, and an academic mandate.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman, at resumes@promeus.ca .
Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Research, Quality and Academics/CNE, supporting the Board of Directors, Directors and Managers and co‑leading the Ethics team, the Director, Quality and Risk Management provides oversight in the development of the Quality Framework, Enterprise Risk Management Framework and leads the Hospital's risk management, patient safety, quality measurement, corporate compliance and process improvement responsibilities and initiatives.
Acting as the primary champion of clinical quality/risk measurement for the implementation of best practices to ensure quality improvement, the Director, Quality and Risk Management guides a portfolio that is responsible for identifying patient safety issues, limiting legal exposure and coordinating claims reviews through monitoring, analyzing, reporting and facilitating the improvement of clinical processes and outcomes performance.
This position requires a dynamic and creative individual with imagination that thrives using people focused, innovative approaches. As a "systems thinking" leader in quality improvement and risk management, this person's energy, ideas, and vision set the tone to further enhance the quality of patient care and experiences and motivate others to continually enhance quality.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
* Bachelors degree in health care administration field, Masters preferred;
* Knowledge of Accreditation Canada standards, criteria and processes; and
* Certification in Lean or related quality improvement methodology is considered an asset.
Experience
* Well rounded background with at least 5 years experience in a quality administration / management position.
Skills (in addition to behavioural competencies identified above)
* Strong leadership skills;
* Skilled motivator;
* Able to organize and prioritize many tasks efficiently;
* Skilled communicator, both oral and written;
* Excellent problem solving ability;
* Excellent change champion and facilitator
* Clinical credibility and experience preferred;
* Respect for all roles in an interprofessional care model;
* Computer skills.
Knowledge
* Understanding of current health care environment and its challenges;
* Understanding of underlying principles in health ethics;
* Thorough knowledge of clinical and operational issue, interrelationships and interdependency;
* In depth knowledge of care processes, decision‑making, quality control, process improvement, and clinical information systems;
* In depth knowledge of quality management, implementation science, risk management, change management and project management;
* Understands program development.
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. As one tool in the recruitment screening process, all offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
The Health Sciences Centre (HSC) is committed to delivering health care in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.
Interested applicants should submit a resume outlining relative previous experience and training no later than 1630 hours on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 .
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our website.
Posted: April 23, 2019
NON UNION
Apr 24, 2019
Full time
Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Research, Quality and Academics/CNE, supporting the Board of Directors, Directors and Managers and co‑leading the Ethics team, the Director, Quality and Risk Management provides oversight in the development of the Quality Framework, Enterprise Risk Management Framework and leads the Hospital's risk management, patient safety, quality measurement, corporate compliance and process improvement responsibilities and initiatives.
Acting as the primary champion of clinical quality/risk measurement for the implementation of best practices to ensure quality improvement, the Director, Quality and Risk Management guides a portfolio that is responsible for identifying patient safety issues, limiting legal exposure and coordinating claims reviews through monitoring, analyzing, reporting and facilitating the improvement of clinical processes and outcomes performance.
This position requires a dynamic and creative individual with imagination that thrives using people focused, innovative approaches. As a "systems thinking" leader in quality improvement and risk management, this person's energy, ideas, and vision set the tone to further enhance the quality of patient care and experiences and motivate others to continually enhance quality.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
* Bachelors degree in health care administration field, Masters preferred;
* Knowledge of Accreditation Canada standards, criteria and processes; and
* Certification in Lean or related quality improvement methodology is considered an asset.
Experience
* Well rounded background with at least 5 years experience in a quality administration / management position.
Skills (in addition to behavioural competencies identified above)
* Strong leadership skills;
* Skilled motivator;
* Able to organize and prioritize many tasks efficiently;
* Skilled communicator, both oral and written;
* Excellent problem solving ability;
* Excellent change champion and facilitator
* Clinical credibility and experience preferred;
* Respect for all roles in an interprofessional care model;
* Computer skills.
Knowledge
* Understanding of current health care environment and its challenges;
* Understanding of underlying principles in health ethics;
* Thorough knowledge of clinical and operational issue, interrelationships and interdependency;
* In depth knowledge of care processes, decision‑making, quality control, process improvement, and clinical information systems;
* In depth knowledge of quality management, implementation science, risk management, change management and project management;
* Understands program development.
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. As one tool in the recruitment screening process, all offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
The Health Sciences Centre (HSC) is committed to delivering health care in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.
Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.
Interested applicants should submit a resume outlining relative previous experience and training no later than 1630 hours on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 .
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our website.
Posted: April 23, 2019
NON UNION
Director of Client Services
Mississauga, ON
Full-time Position
Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is proud to be a Canadian owned, award-winning, fully accredited and government (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care) funded organization. We Enrich Lives and Change Tomorrow by providing a wide spectrum of unparalleled quality services in the community.
Our team of exceptional healthcare professionals delivers care to thousands of clients/patients each day enabling people to remain in their homes, attend clinics and to close the gap between their healthcare needs and overall well-being, caring the way we care for our loved ones.
The successful Director of Client Services will have:
Current registration in a regulated health professional Ontario college, preferably RNAO, in good standing
A degree in business or health administration
A passion about client/patient care
Progressive leadership experience with minimum 5 years management experience
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and lead a team along with a highly experienced leadership team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong expertise in leveraging technology
Outstanding people skills including demonstrating a commitment to valuing all employees for the valuable role they play in the provision of care
Demonstrated support for CTG’s Quality Charter
A successful record of being self-motivated and well organized
The role will require:
1. Planning, directing and evaluating established metrics in the support and delivery of professional high quality services provided by the local teams within the region(s):
Works with Executive Team to plan and evaluate service delivery and budget compliance for multiple team locations and clinics
Ensures that service is delivered in compliance with contractual obligations, relevant legislation, regulatory standards and Closing the Gap Healthcare Quality Charter and budget management
Supports the Office and Clinic Leadership to manage Quality and Budget expectations in a team environment
Works with local teams and leadership to establish and execute a plan to improve quality of services
2. Develops collaborative relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and respect with internal and external health care leaders:
Represents CTG and builds solid working relationships within the healthcare sector with a vision of improving and expanding care opportunities for communities
Actively seeks opportunities and participates on local or provincial committees or boards as required
3. Expands existing services and develops new health care initiatives on behalf of CTG:
Participates in the development of RFP submissions
Participates in opportunities to network and build services. Seeks opportunities for profiling the high quality services delivered by CTG teams through public speaking, poster presentations and volunteering
Researches in partnership with academic institutions and local planning bodies to evaluate demographic factors, industry trends and market pressures
4. Providing leadership and support to Manager(s) and Supervisory staff:
Provides oversight and evaluation for local teams in collaboration with Manager(s) and Supervisor(s)
Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with our Quality Charter , policies and procedures and applicable legislation
Provides education, mentoring and support for management staff in interviewing, hiring/contracting, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance and contract compliance, peer review, rewarding/disciplining, and conflict resolution
Supports management to identify, reduce, eliminate, monitor/track and prevent unsafe situations for Clients, workers, caregivers and other stakeholders
5. Providing leadership support across the organization that is consistent with the strategic priorities of Closing the Gap Healthcare and it’s Quality Charter:
Develops content expertise in a clinical or business unit that is congruent with the company’s strategic priorities
Provides corporate leadership and support in the development of documentation, policies etc. along with ongoing consultation and support to all local teams and clinics
6. Internal Communication:
Develops and demonstrates awareness of the valuable roles and responsibilities and interconnectedness of all staff
Works with the Executive and Management Teams to ensure an effective communication strategy is developed and operationalized throughout the organization
Works with the Executive and Management Teams to develop and implement project plans that support transition management plans for implementation of new initiatives
7. Health and Safety and Wellness:
Knowledgeable of responsibilities under all applicable acts and legislation
Demonstrates support for client and staff safety and ensures that all local teams and clinics in Region are compliant with the Client Safety Standard
8. Ethical Decision-making:
Demonstrates behaviours that are consistent with professional codes of conduct and company policies related to ethical decision-making
Builds the capacity of management staff for ethical decision-making through regular case study discussion and availability for consultation
Performs other duties as assigned
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy. If you require accommodation to submit an application, please email hr@closingthegap.ca.
CTG offers flexible hours, a comprehensive compensation package, and a positive employment culture that provides discipline specific professional support and education.
This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada, who meet all of the essential requirements stated above.
If you are interested in this position and can demonstrate that you meet the requirements defined in this job description, we invite you to visit our website to apply for this position.
www.closingthegap.ca/careers
Apr 24, 2019
Full time
Director of Client Services
Mississauga, ON
Full-time Position
Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is proud to be a Canadian owned, award-winning, fully accredited and government (Ministry of Health and Long Term Care) funded organization. We Enrich Lives and Change Tomorrow by providing a wide spectrum of unparalleled quality services in the community.
Our team of exceptional healthcare professionals delivers care to thousands of clients/patients each day enabling people to remain in their homes, attend clinics and to close the gap between their healthcare needs and overall well-being, caring the way we care for our loved ones.
The successful Director of Client Services will have:
Current registration in a regulated health professional Ontario college, preferably RNAO, in good standing
A degree in business or health administration
A passion about client/patient care
Progressive leadership experience with minimum 5 years management experience
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and lead a team along with a highly experienced leadership team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong expertise in leveraging technology
Outstanding people skills including demonstrating a commitment to valuing all employees for the valuable role they play in the provision of care
Demonstrated support for CTG’s Quality Charter
A successful record of being self-motivated and well organized
The role will require:
1. Planning, directing and evaluating established metrics in the support and delivery of professional high quality services provided by the local teams within the region(s):
Works with Executive Team to plan and evaluate service delivery and budget compliance for multiple team locations and clinics
Ensures that service is delivered in compliance with contractual obligations, relevant legislation, regulatory standards and Closing the Gap Healthcare Quality Charter and budget management
Supports the Office and Clinic Leadership to manage Quality and Budget expectations in a team environment
Works with local teams and leadership to establish and execute a plan to improve quality of services
2. Develops collaborative relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and respect with internal and external health care leaders:
Represents CTG and builds solid working relationships within the healthcare sector with a vision of improving and expanding care opportunities for communities
Actively seeks opportunities and participates on local or provincial committees or boards as required
3. Expands existing services and develops new health care initiatives on behalf of CTG:
Participates in the development of RFP submissions
Participates in opportunities to network and build services. Seeks opportunities for profiling the high quality services delivered by CTG teams through public speaking, poster presentations and volunteering
Researches in partnership with academic institutions and local planning bodies to evaluate demographic factors, industry trends and market pressures
4. Providing leadership and support to Manager(s) and Supervisory staff:
Provides oversight and evaluation for local teams in collaboration with Manager(s) and Supervisor(s)
Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with our Quality Charter , policies and procedures and applicable legislation
Provides education, mentoring and support for management staff in interviewing, hiring/contracting, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance and contract compliance, peer review, rewarding/disciplining, and conflict resolution
Supports management to identify, reduce, eliminate, monitor/track and prevent unsafe situations for Clients, workers, caregivers and other stakeholders
5. Providing leadership support across the organization that is consistent with the strategic priorities of Closing the Gap Healthcare and it’s Quality Charter:
Develops content expertise in a clinical or business unit that is congruent with the company’s strategic priorities
Provides corporate leadership and support in the development of documentation, policies etc. along with ongoing consultation and support to all local teams and clinics
6. Internal Communication:
Develops and demonstrates awareness of the valuable roles and responsibilities and interconnectedness of all staff
Works with the Executive and Management Teams to ensure an effective communication strategy is developed and operationalized throughout the organization
Works with the Executive and Management Teams to develop and implement project plans that support transition management plans for implementation of new initiatives
7. Health and Safety and Wellness:
Knowledgeable of responsibilities under all applicable acts and legislation
Demonstrates support for client and staff safety and ensures that all local teams and clinics in Region are compliant with the Client Safety Standard
8. Ethical Decision-making:
Demonstrates behaviours that are consistent with professional codes of conduct and company policies related to ethical decision-making
Builds the capacity of management staff for ethical decision-making through regular case study discussion and availability for consultation
Performs other duties as assigned
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy. If you require accommodation to submit an application, please email hr@closingthegap.ca.
CTG offers flexible hours, a comprehensive compensation package, and a positive employment culture that provides discipline specific professional support and education.
This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada, who meet all of the essential requirements stated above.
If you are interested in this position and can demonstrate that you meet the requirements defined in this job description, we invite you to visit our website to apply for this position.
www.closingthegap.ca/careers
Requisition # 2497 Job Type Regular Full-time Vacancies 1 Department Patient Care and Nursing Employee Group Non Union Hours (Subject to change) M-F 37.5 hours per week; due to the leadership nature of the position applicants must be flexible to work additional/varied hours as required
In 2015, Bridgepoint Active Healthcare, Circle of Care, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and Mount Sinai Hospital, came together to form Sinai Health System – and leverage our collective expertise and create a system that better responds to the changing needs of our patients, families and clients. Sinai Health has a bold vision and strategy for the future: To create Canada's leading health system pushing the boundaries to realize the best health and care for complex patients.
A key enabler of this vision is Sinai Health’s People Plan – which provides an explicit commitment to our people about our commitment to creating a workplace culture and environment that is safe, caring, equitable, compassionate and accountable in order to ultimately provide optimal care to patients and their family caregivers. To support us on this journey, we are seeking an exceptional and experienced leader, with the skills and abilities to assume the exciting, role of Senior Director, Operations and Professional Practice, Health Disciplines.
Job Summary
The Senior Director, Health Disciplines at Sinai Health is passionate about providing strategic and dynamic leadership to health discipline professions through the advancement of collaborative care delivery, evidence based practice, research and innovation, professional growth and development. This role works closely with professional practice, quality and operational leadership to enhance health discipline practice to achieve the highest standards of care for the following professions and services: Respiratory Therapy, Anaesthesia Assistants, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Registered Dietitians, Speech-Language Pathology, Social Work, EMG Clinic and associated roles.
The Senior Director reports to the Vice President of Professional Practice, Nursing and Health Disciplines. In collaboration with leadership from Nursing and other health professions, the Senior Director assumes overall accountability for the professional practice, strategic, and operational direction for Health Discipline professionals at the Mount Sinai Hospital campus in the provision of quality, safe patient care across the clinical programs. This role is responsible for the development, promotion and evaluation of effective Health Discipline services using data, benchmarks and standards; effective use of financial and human resources; collaboration with other professions and disciplines to foster interprofessional programs and services; and the provision of leadership within and external to the organization and on behalf of the Health Discipline professions.
The Senior Director works in partnership with the Vice President, Professional Practice and other members of the Professional Practice leadership team to support the integration and alignment of professional and academic practice across Health Disciplines to ensure key initiatives have optimal impact on outcomes and patient/staff experience. This role will foster an environment that promotes and supports quality, safety, patient-centered care, quality of work life and shared leadership.
The Senior Director demonstrates an ability to affirm a program vision that embraces the overall direction of Sinai Health, including its unique role within the local, national and international healthcare system. Along with the Senior Management, Patient Services Leadership and the Academic Practice Leadership teams, the Senior Director will work towards both mid and long-term integrative planning strategies, which include the development of strategic goals and priorities related to patient services, quality and fiscal accountabilities that support achievement of the organization’s mission, vision and strategic plan.
Job Requirements
The Senior Director holds current registration in good standing with a regulated health profession college in Ontario (preferably RD, OT, PT, SLP, SW, RRT). The Senior Director also has a minimum of five years clinical experience and 3 years of progressive leadership and administrative experience at various levels. The preferred candidate holds a master’s degree in a health profession or related field and demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional development.
The Senior Director has extensive knowledge of the healthcare sector with a track record of advancing innovation in the delivery of care. The Senior Director also demonstrates leadership engagement in relevant professional associations (e.g. TAHSN, ACEN, CAHO, etc.) and preferably holds cross appointments to the University of Toronto and/or other universities/colleges.
Experience leading complex programs, projects and initiatives and an earned reputation for developing both people and processes are required to be successful in this role. Excellent networking and relationship building skills with a proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans with expertise in identifying and executing ongoing process improvement and the achievement of performance targets are also required for success. Strong clinical operations management experience is a significant asset.
Apr 24, 2019
Full time
Requisition # 2497 Job Type Regular Full-time Vacancies 1 Department Patient Care and Nursing Employee Group Non Union Hours (Subject to change) M-F 37.5 hours per week; due to the leadership nature of the position applicants must be flexible to work additional/varied hours as required
In 2015, Bridgepoint Active Healthcare, Circle of Care, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and Mount Sinai Hospital, came together to form Sinai Health System – and leverage our collective expertise and create a system that better responds to the changing needs of our patients, families and clients. Sinai Health has a bold vision and strategy for the future: To create Canada's leading health system pushing the boundaries to realize the best health and care for complex patients.
A key enabler of this vision is Sinai Health’s People Plan – which provides an explicit commitment to our people about our commitment to creating a workplace culture and environment that is safe, caring, equitable, compassionate and accountable in order to ultimately provide optimal care to patients and their family caregivers. To support us on this journey, we are seeking an exceptional and experienced leader, with the skills and abilities to assume the exciting, role of Senior Director, Operations and Professional Practice, Health Disciplines.
Job Summary
The Senior Director, Health Disciplines at Sinai Health is passionate about providing strategic and dynamic leadership to health discipline professions through the advancement of collaborative care delivery, evidence based practice, research and innovation, professional growth and development. This role works closely with professional practice, quality and operational leadership to enhance health discipline practice to achieve the highest standards of care for the following professions and services: Respiratory Therapy, Anaesthesia Assistants, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Registered Dietitians, Speech-Language Pathology, Social Work, EMG Clinic and associated roles.
The Senior Director reports to the Vice President of Professional Practice, Nursing and Health Disciplines. In collaboration with leadership from Nursing and other health professions, the Senior Director assumes overall accountability for the professional practice, strategic, and operational direction for Health Discipline professionals at the Mount Sinai Hospital campus in the provision of quality, safe patient care across the clinical programs. This role is responsible for the development, promotion and evaluation of effective Health Discipline services using data, benchmarks and standards; effective use of financial and human resources; collaboration with other professions and disciplines to foster interprofessional programs and services; and the provision of leadership within and external to the organization and on behalf of the Health Discipline professions.
The Senior Director works in partnership with the Vice President, Professional Practice and other members of the Professional Practice leadership team to support the integration and alignment of professional and academic practice across Health Disciplines to ensure key initiatives have optimal impact on outcomes and patient/staff experience. This role will foster an environment that promotes and supports quality, safety, patient-centered care, quality of work life and shared leadership.
The Senior Director demonstrates an ability to affirm a program vision that embraces the overall direction of Sinai Health, including its unique role within the local, national and international healthcare system. Along with the Senior Management, Patient Services Leadership and the Academic Practice Leadership teams, the Senior Director will work towards both mid and long-term integrative planning strategies, which include the development of strategic goals and priorities related to patient services, quality and fiscal accountabilities that support achievement of the organization’s mission, vision and strategic plan.
Job Requirements
The Senior Director holds current registration in good standing with a regulated health profession college in Ontario (preferably RD, OT, PT, SLP, SW, RRT). The Senior Director also has a minimum of five years clinical experience and 3 years of progressive leadership and administrative experience at various levels. The preferred candidate holds a master’s degree in a health profession or related field and demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional development.
The Senior Director has extensive knowledge of the healthcare sector with a track record of advancing innovation in the delivery of care. The Senior Director also demonstrates leadership engagement in relevant professional associations (e.g. TAHSN, ACEN, CAHO, etc.) and preferably holds cross appointments to the University of Toronto and/or other universities/colleges.
Experience leading complex programs, projects and initiatives and an earned reputation for developing both people and processes are required to be successful in this role. Excellent networking and relationship building skills with a proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans with expertise in identifying and executing ongoing process improvement and the achievement of performance targets are also required for success. Strong clinical operations management experience is a significant asset.
