Fraser Health (FH) is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to nearly 2 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. The Fraser region is home to 32 First Nations communities and 6 Métis Chartered communities. Our team of nearly 48,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: better health, best in health care.
We are seeking an innovative and data-driven Executive Director, Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience and Chief Clinical Information Officer (CCIO) to transform and actualize the vision for Fraser Health’s digital health strategy. The Executive Director and CCIO will champion the adoption and utilization of technology-enabled solutions that advance the seamless provision of digitally enabled patient care, and provider experience. With a focus on improving quality of care, the Executive Director will work in dyad partnership with the Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) to identify and measure patient outcomes and develop new workflows and processes for digitization, while enhancing and improving the delivery of care through the redesign of services and introduction of powerful new capabilities.
Reporting to the Vice President of Digital Patient and Provider Experience, the incoming Executive Director will have the inherent ability and acquired knowledge to analyze complex clinical operations and structure processes that facilitate and foster decision-making in alignment with clinical information needs. The successful candidate will be a thought leader in digital strategy, development, and design, and will move informatics solutions forward with purpose, intention, and vision to ensure clinical needs are translated into technological solutions that optimize care quality and patient safety. As a clear, caring, and courageous leader, the Executive Director and CCIO will play an integral role in developing an advanced model for clinical and medical informatics that promotes and ensures practice readiness spanning the continuum of care across the Fraser Health region.
The Executive Director, Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience and CCIO is accountable for:
Leading and managing long-term strategic plans and objectives within the Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience portfolio, while working across FH to ensure interprofessional models of practice are integrated and supported in the design of digital patient records, digital experiences and the implementation of digital health solutions;
Developing long-range strategic plans, goals, and annual objectives and guiding the implementation and sustainment of Meditech Expanse, in collaboration with Advance Program leadership and others;
Leading, developing, implementing, and evaluating new initiatives that support practice standardization, such as clinical content systems;
Developing and monitoring an annual budget for an area of responsibility, including the monitoring of budget performance, planning and adjusting operations and/or staffing to meet projections and annual targets;
Identifying and evaluating clinical/medical practice and patient safety risks and internal controls for new digital health initiatives across FH while identifying and fostering partnership opportunities;
Advocating and influencing CIS clinical content processes to ensure specialized FH expertise is included in system design and build;
Increasing operational efficiencies through digital transformation, and improving digital literacy and digital maturity across the organization.
The successful candidate will have:
Master's Degree in Health or Business Administration, Health Information Management or a related field;
Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of recent, related clinical leadership experience in the health care sector, including experience with electronic clinical systems;
Graduated from a school of Nursing or Allied Health discipline;
Current practicing registration with an applicable regulatory body such as the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives;
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
The salary range for this position is CAD $77.04 - $115.56 / hour.
If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about this rewarding leadership opportunity with Fraser Health, please email the Executive and Senior Leadership Acquisition team at executive.recruitment@fraserhealth.ca .
Fraser Health values diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Fraser Health (FH) is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to nearly 2 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. The Fraser region is home to 32 First Nations communities and 6 Métis Chartered communities. Our team of nearly 48,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: better health, best in health care.
We are seeking an innovative and data-driven Executive Director, Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience and Chief Clinical Information Officer (CCIO) to transform and actualize the vision for Fraser Health’s digital health strategy. The Executive Director and CCIO will champion the adoption and utilization of technology-enabled solutions that advance the seamless provision of digitally enabled patient care, and provider experience. With a focus on improving quality of care, the Executive Director will work in dyad partnership with the Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) to identify and measure patient outcomes and develop new workflows and processes for digitization, while enhancing and improving the delivery of care through the redesign of services and introduction of powerful new capabilities.
Reporting to the Vice President of Digital Patient and Provider Experience, the incoming Executive Director will have the inherent ability and acquired knowledge to analyze complex clinical operations and structure processes that facilitate and foster decision-making in alignment with clinical information needs. The successful candidate will be a thought leader in digital strategy, development, and design, and will move informatics solutions forward with purpose, intention, and vision to ensure clinical needs are translated into technological solutions that optimize care quality and patient safety. As a clear, caring, and courageous leader, the Executive Director and CCIO will play an integral role in developing an advanced model for clinical and medical informatics that promotes and ensures practice readiness spanning the continuum of care across the Fraser Health region.
The Executive Director, Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience and CCIO is accountable for:
Leading and managing long-term strategic plans and objectives within the Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience portfolio, while working across FH to ensure interprofessional models of practice are integrated and supported in the design of digital patient records, digital experiences and the implementation of digital health solutions;
Developing long-range strategic plans, goals, and annual objectives and guiding the implementation and sustainment of Meditech Expanse, in collaboration with Advance Program leadership and others;
Leading, developing, implementing, and evaluating new initiatives that support practice standardization, such as clinical content systems;
Developing and monitoring an annual budget for an area of responsibility, including the monitoring of budget performance, planning and adjusting operations and/or staffing to meet projections and annual targets;
Identifying and evaluating clinical/medical practice and patient safety risks and internal controls for new digital health initiatives across FH while identifying and fostering partnership opportunities;
Advocating and influencing CIS clinical content processes to ensure specialized FH expertise is included in system design and build;
Increasing operational efficiencies through digital transformation, and improving digital literacy and digital maturity across the organization.
The successful candidate will have:
Master's Degree in Health or Business Administration, Health Information Management or a related field;
Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of recent, related clinical leadership experience in the health care sector, including experience with electronic clinical systems;
Graduated from a school of Nursing or Allied Health discipline;
Current practicing registration with an applicable regulatory body such as the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives;
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
The salary range for this position is CAD $77.04 - $115.56 / hour.
If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about this rewarding leadership opportunity with Fraser Health, please email the Executive and Senior Leadership Acquisition team at executive.recruitment@fraserhealth.ca .
Fraser Health values diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.
Headwaters Health Care Centre. One Community, Caring Together.
We are a dedicated team of professionals focused on providing the best care possible for our patients, families, and caregivers. We work together to care for the whole person from hospital to home.
We are looking for a Manager to work with our Patient Safety, Legal, Risk and Compliance Department to help us continue in our mission to serve our community with Kindness, Passion, Courage, and Teamwork.
Position Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director, Medicine, Emergency Department, ICU, Patient Safety, Legal and Risk will be responsible for the design, planning and implementation of key quality and patient safety initiatives across Headwaters Health Care Centre. The Manager of Patient Safety, Legal, Risk and Compliance will work with all units and departments, including front-line staff, managers, and directors, and provide assistance and input to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Directors as requested.
The successful candidate will collaborate with all levels to foster an environment of minimizing risk and maximizing patient safety and quality care across the organization, to ensure continued organization-wide success. responsible for Headwaters legal requirements, enterprise risk management, business continuity & emergency preparedness, claims management and corporate insurance policy coverage.
Patient Safety:
Build awareness and capacity with all staff, including clinical and non-clinical, physicians and volunteers on patient safety.
Work collaboratively with teams and leaders to develop patient safety strategies to patient safety issues, address risks, and mitigate injury/harm to patients.
Assist with the planning, design, and execution of Patient Safety Week activities in collaboration with others.
Support the orientation of new staff on quality and patient safety.
Design, develop and deliver content for e-learning modules for patient safety education/core curriculum.
Contribute to professional rounds, e.g. medical/surgical rounds (arrange speakers relevant to topic)
Collaborate with programs and other corporate support areas such as Enterprise Risk Management, Quality Reviews and Professional Practice etc.
Proactively identify quality, patient safety and patient experience opportunities through data trending and analysis
Develop patient safety toolkit and lead training.
Provide input to content of annual Quality Improvement Plan, support the Accreditation process and corporate indicators.
Routine review, analysis of patient incidents (as related to activities listed above)
Monitor and communicate detailed feedback on quality improvement outcomes in collaboration with program leaders, medical directors, and various internal and external stakeholders.
Identify and provide recommendations and solutions to executives on process improvement initiatives.
Develop policies and procedures and reports pertaining to Quality and Safety
Identify trends and implement changes based on metrics.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and implement key High Reliability Organization (HRO) tactics and initiatives.
Plan, develop, implement, and monitor the Patient Safety Program across the hospital.
Support and deliver in the preparation of data collection and analysis and prepare regular and timely reports related to Quality and safety indicators as required.
Lead the organization through the Accreditation cycle including the onsite
Risk and Legal:
Oversight for the Enterprise Risk Management program, and approach problems and issues from both a detail-oriented and systems-wide perspective, including identification and implementation of best practices with respect to risk management.
Coordinate and provide leadership for the enterprise risk management program across the organization. This includes supporting risk identification, assessment, and mitigation activities (including risk surveys, workshops, and reviews).
Developing reports for staff, managers, senior team, and the Board of Directors on the Enterprise Risk Management program.
Develop reports for staff, managers, senior team and Board of Directors on loss trends and mitigation strategies to inform decisions about risk management.
Promote a knowledge of risk management on the units by engagement with managers and unit members (or other stakeholders as appropriate) at huddles, department meetings, quality committees etc.
Offer expert assistance to quality-of-care reviews by facilitating root cause analysis, providing knowledge of risk management, quality improvement, and patient safety principles.
Responsible for providing leadership during risk identification and risk mitigation activities. The incumbent also supports executive leadership and the board with information drawn from these risk management activities with respect to informing organizational priorities, strategic planning, and operational management.
Provide leadership to managers, directors, and VPs during incident management by identifying risks, providing assistance with root cause analysis, and developing a culture of patient safety.
Provide leadership with respect to sharing of best practices, policies, and procedures, supporting other leaders on risk management issues, and providing experience, guidance, and support to risk management issues as they arise.
Liaise with legal on all corporate contracts; draft and prepare court documents, submissions, policies/procedures, review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage.
Draft and distribute notifications of legal claims to insurer; investigate legal claims to obtain and provide relevant evidence to insurance adjuster and outside counsel; gather and provide answers to requests for information from the insurance adjuster and outside counsel.
Manage medical malpractice, slip & falls and Human Rights Tribunal claims and files, (potential and active legal claims); collaborate with outside counsel in defending lawsuits from inception to dismissal or settlement, with a focus on mitigating risk; assist outside counsel with coordinating witnesses for discoveries and/or trial.
Maintain Claims Management database: input key information, claim details, summary description, parties involved, contact information, key dates, financial information, status, documents, and correspondence.
Conduct investigative and/or support meetings/interviews with staff (witnesses) from all levels and areas of hospital, which includes all units/programs/departments, including third party contractors as needed.
Conduct examination for discovery prep meetings and assist outside counsel with preparing witnesses for discoveries and/or trial.
Review legal documentation, such as statements of claim, motions, notices, discovery transcripts and approve some legal documentations such as an affidavit of documents.
Obtain approvals from reporting Director and ELT for settlement of legal claims and provide instructions re settlement to outside counsel.
Act as the key contact for accepting service of legal documents and facilitating service on staff; outside counsel and insurance partners (HIROC); handle inquiries and/or provide guidance regarding service of legal documents (summons, subpoena); handling police inquiries/request from either staff or police regarding the release of information; and for staff and liaison between staff/witnesses and outside counsel throughout litigation process.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in a health-related discipline an asset
Must have an undergraduate degree in a health-related discipline from a recognized institution.
Experience as a system and incident management administrator an asset.
Experience maintaining and updating policies, procedures, and standard work documents.
Lean methodology training and monitoring QI initiatives preferred.
Knowledge of High Reliability Organization (HRO) tactics and initiatives an asset
Minimum (5) years’ experience in a healthcare setting
Minimum (3) years’ experience in patient safety, risk management, Incident investigation and analysis, and project management
Must be a regulated health professional with certification or experience in a health care discipline/healthcare setting.
Certification in Patient Safety Trainer, Canadian Patient Safety Officer, Critical Incident Analysis and Patient Safety from an applicable program, e.g. Ontario Health Association or Canadian Patient Safety Institute/Healthcare Excellence Canada is an asset.
Advanced computer knowledge and skills in applications such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Office 2016 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access) and Adobe Acrobat, Visio and Project and RL6 solutions.
Excellent use of healthcare-related e-software {e.g. Incident reporting system, medical records)
Experience and knowledge with Patient Safety and Quality projects or initiatives, electronic clinical incident management systems, performance measurement, data reporting analysis, quality improvement principles and Quality of Care Reviews
Proficient knowledge of legislation and regulatory environment applicable to hospitals/ healthcare, including Excellent Care for All Act, Quality of Care Information Protection Act and Privacy Act
Superior knowledge of patient quality and safety principles
Outstanding knowledge of quality and safety, including experience working with risk/patient safety related tools, practices, methodologies, and frameworks
Highly organized multitasker and detail-oriented professional with ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and unpredictable environment.
Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to proficiently interpret clinical documentation.
Demonstrates excellent effective objective interpersonal and communication skills along with investigative, teaching and facilitation skills.
Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues and volunteers and other members of the community and public.
Demonstrates values consistent with Headwaters Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
Excellent time management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and medical software systems.
Impeccable performance and attendance required.
Outstanding decision making and problem-solving skills.
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week; Monday - Friday Hiring Salary Range: Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Entitled to HOOPP Pension
100% Employer Cost Benefits
Why Headwaters?
Our values are more than words, they are what define and connect us. They determine how we work, how we behave, and how we relate to our patients, their families, and caregivers as well as to everyone who is part of the Headwaters community. We offer a wide range of employee perks, for information on our comprehensive benefits package, please visit Headwaters Health Care Centre - Careers at Headwaters .
Extra Information:
We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Headwaters Health Care Centre is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and supports the compliance of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact Human Resources so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Headwaters Health Care Centre is a smoke free facility. Smoking is not permitted on hospital properties. We thank everyone who works at or visits our hospitals for respecting this healthy initiative. We are also a scent-free environment for all employees and visitors. All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination unless provided with a medical exemption or an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Headwaters Health Care Centre. One Community, Caring Together.
We are a dedicated team of professionals focused on providing the best care possible for our patients, families, and caregivers. We work together to care for the whole person from hospital to home.
We are looking for a Manager to work with our Patient Safety, Legal, Risk and Compliance Department to help us continue in our mission to serve our community with Kindness, Passion, Courage, and Teamwork.
Position Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director, Medicine, Emergency Department, ICU, Patient Safety, Legal and Risk will be responsible for the design, planning and implementation of key quality and patient safety initiatives across Headwaters Health Care Centre. The Manager of Patient Safety, Legal, Risk and Compliance will work with all units and departments, including front-line staff, managers, and directors, and provide assistance and input to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Directors as requested.
The successful candidate will collaborate with all levels to foster an environment of minimizing risk and maximizing patient safety and quality care across the organization, to ensure continued organization-wide success. responsible for Headwaters legal requirements, enterprise risk management, business continuity & emergency preparedness, claims management and corporate insurance policy coverage.
Patient Safety:
Build awareness and capacity with all staff, including clinical and non-clinical, physicians and volunteers on patient safety.
Work collaboratively with teams and leaders to develop patient safety strategies to patient safety issues, address risks, and mitigate injury/harm to patients.
Assist with the planning, design, and execution of Patient Safety Week activities in collaboration with others.
Support the orientation of new staff on quality and patient safety.
Design, develop and deliver content for e-learning modules for patient safety education/core curriculum.
Contribute to professional rounds, e.g. medical/surgical rounds (arrange speakers relevant to topic)
Collaborate with programs and other corporate support areas such as Enterprise Risk Management, Quality Reviews and Professional Practice etc.
Proactively identify quality, patient safety and patient experience opportunities through data trending and analysis
Develop patient safety toolkit and lead training.
Provide input to content of annual Quality Improvement Plan, support the Accreditation process and corporate indicators.
Routine review, analysis of patient incidents (as related to activities listed above)
Monitor and communicate detailed feedback on quality improvement outcomes in collaboration with program leaders, medical directors, and various internal and external stakeholders.
Identify and provide recommendations and solutions to executives on process improvement initiatives.
Develop policies and procedures and reports pertaining to Quality and Safety
Identify trends and implement changes based on metrics.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and implement key High Reliability Organization (HRO) tactics and initiatives.
Plan, develop, implement, and monitor the Patient Safety Program across the hospital.
Support and deliver in the preparation of data collection and analysis and prepare regular and timely reports related to Quality and safety indicators as required.
Lead the organization through the Accreditation cycle including the onsite
Risk and Legal:
Oversight for the Enterprise Risk Management program, and approach problems and issues from both a detail-oriented and systems-wide perspective, including identification and implementation of best practices with respect to risk management.
Coordinate and provide leadership for the enterprise risk management program across the organization. This includes supporting risk identification, assessment, and mitigation activities (including risk surveys, workshops, and reviews).
Developing reports for staff, managers, senior team, and the Board of Directors on the Enterprise Risk Management program.
Develop reports for staff, managers, senior team and Board of Directors on loss trends and mitigation strategies to inform decisions about risk management.
Promote a knowledge of risk management on the units by engagement with managers and unit members (or other stakeholders as appropriate) at huddles, department meetings, quality committees etc.
Offer expert assistance to quality-of-care reviews by facilitating root cause analysis, providing knowledge of risk management, quality improvement, and patient safety principles.
Responsible for providing leadership during risk identification and risk mitigation activities. The incumbent also supports executive leadership and the board with information drawn from these risk management activities with respect to informing organizational priorities, strategic planning, and operational management.
Provide leadership to managers, directors, and VPs during incident management by identifying risks, providing assistance with root cause analysis, and developing a culture of patient safety.
Provide leadership with respect to sharing of best practices, policies, and procedures, supporting other leaders on risk management issues, and providing experience, guidance, and support to risk management issues as they arise.
Liaise with legal on all corporate contracts; draft and prepare court documents, submissions, policies/procedures, review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage.
Draft and distribute notifications of legal claims to insurer; investigate legal claims to obtain and provide relevant evidence to insurance adjuster and outside counsel; gather and provide answers to requests for information from the insurance adjuster and outside counsel.
Manage medical malpractice, slip & falls and Human Rights Tribunal claims and files, (potential and active legal claims); collaborate with outside counsel in defending lawsuits from inception to dismissal or settlement, with a focus on mitigating risk; assist outside counsel with coordinating witnesses for discoveries and/or trial.
Maintain Claims Management database: input key information, claim details, summary description, parties involved, contact information, key dates, financial information, status, documents, and correspondence.
Conduct investigative and/or support meetings/interviews with staff (witnesses) from all levels and areas of hospital, which includes all units/programs/departments, including third party contractors as needed.
Conduct examination for discovery prep meetings and assist outside counsel with preparing witnesses for discoveries and/or trial.
Review legal documentation, such as statements of claim, motions, notices, discovery transcripts and approve some legal documentations such as an affidavit of documents.
Obtain approvals from reporting Director and ELT for settlement of legal claims and provide instructions re settlement to outside counsel.
Act as the key contact for accepting service of legal documents and facilitating service on staff; outside counsel and insurance partners (HIROC); handle inquiries and/or provide guidance regarding service of legal documents (summons, subpoena); handling police inquiries/request from either staff or police regarding the release of information; and for staff and liaison between staff/witnesses and outside counsel throughout litigation process.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in a health-related discipline an asset
Must have an undergraduate degree in a health-related discipline from a recognized institution.
Experience as a system and incident management administrator an asset.
Experience maintaining and updating policies, procedures, and standard work documents.
Lean methodology training and monitoring QI initiatives preferred.
Knowledge of High Reliability Organization (HRO) tactics and initiatives an asset
Minimum (5) years’ experience in a healthcare setting
Minimum (3) years’ experience in patient safety, risk management, Incident investigation and analysis, and project management
Must be a regulated health professional with certification or experience in a health care discipline/healthcare setting.
Certification in Patient Safety Trainer, Canadian Patient Safety Officer, Critical Incident Analysis and Patient Safety from an applicable program, e.g. Ontario Health Association or Canadian Patient Safety Institute/Healthcare Excellence Canada is an asset.
Advanced computer knowledge and skills in applications such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Office 2016 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access) and Adobe Acrobat, Visio and Project and RL6 solutions.
Excellent use of healthcare-related e-software {e.g. Incident reporting system, medical records)
Experience and knowledge with Patient Safety and Quality projects or initiatives, electronic clinical incident management systems, performance measurement, data reporting analysis, quality improvement principles and Quality of Care Reviews
Proficient knowledge of legislation and regulatory environment applicable to hospitals/ healthcare, including Excellent Care for All Act, Quality of Care Information Protection Act and Privacy Act
Superior knowledge of patient quality and safety principles
Outstanding knowledge of quality and safety, including experience working with risk/patient safety related tools, practices, methodologies, and frameworks
Highly organized multitasker and detail-oriented professional with ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and unpredictable environment.
Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to proficiently interpret clinical documentation.
Demonstrates excellent effective objective interpersonal and communication skills along with investigative, teaching and facilitation skills.
Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues and volunteers and other members of the community and public.
Demonstrates values consistent with Headwaters Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
Excellent time management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and medical software systems.
Impeccable performance and attendance required.
Outstanding decision making and problem-solving skills.
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week; Monday - Friday Hiring Salary Range: Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Entitled to HOOPP Pension
100% Employer Cost Benefits
Why Headwaters?
Our values are more than words, they are what define and connect us. They determine how we work, how we behave, and how we relate to our patients, their families, and caregivers as well as to everyone who is part of the Headwaters community. We offer a wide range of employee perks, for information on our comprehensive benefits package, please visit Headwaters Health Care Centre - Careers at Headwaters .
Extra Information:
We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Headwaters Health Care Centre is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and supports the compliance of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact Human Resources so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Headwaters Health Care Centre is a smoke free facility. Smoking is not permitted on hospital properties. We thank everyone who works at or visits our hospitals for respecting this healthy initiative. We are also a scent-free environment for all employees and visitors. All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination unless provided with a medical exemption or an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Position: Associate Vice President, Clinical – Trillium HealthWorks
Status: Permanent Full Time
Department: Trillium HealthWorks
Posted Date: Friday April 5, 2024 – Friday May 3rd, 2024, at 11:59PM EDT
A New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier Community. That’s our mission at Trillium Health Partners (THP), one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, and the Queensway Health Centre, along with several satellite locations, THP serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities, and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
If you are passionate about your career, motivated to improve the health of the community, and committed to excellence, quality, and patient safety consider joining our Better Together team!
Position Overview
Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of Credit Valley Hospital (CVH), Mississauga Hospital (MH), Queensway Health Centre (QHC), and in addition to several satellite locations, THP serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities, and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and other academic institutions. The THP Institute for Better Health (IBH), focuses on population health through applied research, supporting innovation to improve patient outcomes and create a sustainable health care system.
At THP, we are relentless in our aim to provide high quality, compassionate care to our community and we take immense pride in fostering an accessible and inclusive environment where all are welcome and treated with respect and dignity. Within multi-disciplinary and inter-professional care models, we are all jointly accountable for contributing to a healthy and safe environment that supports healing and promotes excellence in patient care by prioritizing both patient safety and the well-being of our people. As an organization, we are actively working with intention to become anti-racist.
Position Overview
Trillium HealthWorks is the largest health infrastructure renewal in Canada’s history and will help shape the future of health care for our community and beyond. In addition to stronger community partnerships, Trillium HealthWorks will mean building The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital , and when the expansion of the Queensway Health Centre is completed, it will become The Gilgan Family Queensway Health Centre . It will mean more beds, shorter wait times, and greater specialization closer to home. More doctors, nurses, and support staff. Better technology to share information and be more connected and new spaces that meet the highest standards of infection prevention.
But it is much more than that. Trillium HealthWorks means working together with our community to face the challenges of health care. It means saying goodbye to a system that leaves too many waiting, vulnerable, invisible, and alone. It means reinventing health care to make it work for everyone, leaving no one behind. Please visit https://trilliumhealthworks.ca/ for additional project information.
The Associate Vice President (AVP)- Clinical, Trillium Healthworks is a transformational leadership role that will build teams and bring staff, patients, families and partners together to plan and execute the clinical strategy and preparation for operational readiness for the Trillium Healthworks projects. Working closely with the AVP, Redevelopment, the AVP Clinical will be responsible for facilitating engagement internally, across patient care services and quality, risk and practice, in the essential functions of clinical planning, as well internal and external engagement on clinical decisions regarding strategic integration and operational readiness. In this role, the AVP will lead a dedicated team that uses exceptional change management skills to manage the clinical planning for the largest health capital infrastructure project in Ontario history. As clinical experts, this team currently works closely with the broader redevelopment team and patient care services to ensure evidence-based, clinical best practices, the voice of our teams and those of our community are reflected in the final design and operational model of the new hospitals. Although the Trillium HealthWorks Clinical team is currently a small team that is set to grow significantly in the future to support Operational Readiness and transition to the new hospitals based on proposed Transitional Budgets previously submitted to and, in review and approval process with the Ministry of Health. As the team grows, the AVP will provide strategic leadership to align all aspects of the clinical planning of both projects and collaborate with the business performance office to support integration activities across patient care services with an aim to be prepared to deliver improved quality, access, and sustainability within our regional and provincial health care system.
Leadership Accountabilities
Collaborative, interprofessional, cross-programmatic leadership to plan and implement the integration of clinical services to prepare for operational readiness for the Trillium Healthworks projects, including, but not limited to, interprofessional models and care pathways based on the best available evidence
Provide leadership and continuous talent management to a diverse and skilled team of clinical planning and project management experts at a senior level.
Develop and implement leading project management tools and techniques to monitor progress, deliverables and approvals, and support the achievement of strategic goals.
Build robust partner relations through implementation of plans focused on internal cross-programmatic collaboration and partnerships with patients, families and our community
Deliver clear and effective processes for risk assessment, monitoring and mitigation.
Foster a culture of engagement, equity, inclusion, and transparency, leveraging diversity.
Oversee strategic partnership planning across the organization to align work streams to deliver on strategic goals.
Provide communications advice and guidance to senior leadership and the Board of Directors as required.
Collaborative leadership with the business performance office and clinical programs to strategically plan and execute future clinical plans in alignment with THP strategy
Support strategic decision-making through participation in Healthworks governance structure, including sub-committee and committee leadership as required
Qualifications
Regulated Health Professional, Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is preferred
Post-secondary education in a related discipline, or equivalent level of advanced education combined with demonstrated experience at the Director level or above
5+ years of senior level (Director and above) management experience in a related field
Experience with strategic and operational processes and change management related to large-scale health infrastructure planning and implementation
Strong, well-developed business and project management skills (strategic planning, risk management, resource allocation and analytics)
Exceptional ability to develop credibility and building trust with staff, peers and senior decision-makers
Demonstrated success in developing partnerships with patients, families and the community
D emonstrated senior level communication and presentation skills
Results-oriented and client-focused with a commitment to excellence
Strong conceptual skills; systems thinking and ability to deal with ambiguity
Strong ability to link strategic direction to business strategies
Superior analytical, problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated leadership of teams with an emphasis on coaching, mentoring and leadership
Position Location and Travel
Travel between all sites of Trillium Health Partners will be required.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume or query, quoting the appropriate position title, to Omar Osmani, Omar.Osmani@thp.ca .
Internal candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.
Candidates with professional and non-professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca .
Notes to applicants:
If you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code to consider this opportunity.
Trillium Health Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a healthy, safe and respectful environment for healing, based on our values compassion, excellence and courage. To be Better Together, we commit to fostering a respectful workplace culture that promotes a safe and supportive environment for everyone who provides care, supports caregiving, receives care or visits the hospital.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Trillium Health Partners is recognized under the French Language Services Act.
As a condition of employment, we require all staff to be fully vaccinated for COVID19, in addition to other vaccinations required by the Public Hospitals Act.
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Position: Associate Vice President, Clinical – Trillium HealthWorks
Status: Permanent Full Time
Department: Trillium HealthWorks
Posted Date: Friday April 5, 2024 – Friday May 3rd, 2024, at 11:59PM EDT
A New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier Community. That’s our mission at Trillium Health Partners (THP), one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, and the Queensway Health Centre, along with several satellite locations, THP serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities, and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
If you are passionate about your career, motivated to improve the health of the community, and committed to excellence, quality, and patient safety consider joining our Better Together team!
Position Overview
Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of Credit Valley Hospital (CVH), Mississauga Hospital (MH), Queensway Health Centre (QHC), and in addition to several satellite locations, THP serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities, and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto and other academic institutions. The THP Institute for Better Health (IBH), focuses on population health through applied research, supporting innovation to improve patient outcomes and create a sustainable health care system.
At THP, we are relentless in our aim to provide high quality, compassionate care to our community and we take immense pride in fostering an accessible and inclusive environment where all are welcome and treated with respect and dignity. Within multi-disciplinary and inter-professional care models, we are all jointly accountable for contributing to a healthy and safe environment that supports healing and promotes excellence in patient care by prioritizing both patient safety and the well-being of our people. As an organization, we are actively working with intention to become anti-racist.
Position Overview
Trillium HealthWorks is the largest health infrastructure renewal in Canada’s history and will help shape the future of health care for our community and beyond. In addition to stronger community partnerships, Trillium HealthWorks will mean building The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital , and when the expansion of the Queensway Health Centre is completed, it will become The Gilgan Family Queensway Health Centre . It will mean more beds, shorter wait times, and greater specialization closer to home. More doctors, nurses, and support staff. Better technology to share information and be more connected and new spaces that meet the highest standards of infection prevention.
But it is much more than that. Trillium HealthWorks means working together with our community to face the challenges of health care. It means saying goodbye to a system that leaves too many waiting, vulnerable, invisible, and alone. It means reinventing health care to make it work for everyone, leaving no one behind. Please visit https://trilliumhealthworks.ca/ for additional project information.
The Associate Vice President (AVP)- Clinical, Trillium Healthworks is a transformational leadership role that will build teams and bring staff, patients, families and partners together to plan and execute the clinical strategy and preparation for operational readiness for the Trillium Healthworks projects. Working closely with the AVP, Redevelopment, the AVP Clinical will be responsible for facilitating engagement internally, across patient care services and quality, risk and practice, in the essential functions of clinical planning, as well internal and external engagement on clinical decisions regarding strategic integration and operational readiness. In this role, the AVP will lead a dedicated team that uses exceptional change management skills to manage the clinical planning for the largest health capital infrastructure project in Ontario history. As clinical experts, this team currently works closely with the broader redevelopment team and patient care services to ensure evidence-based, clinical best practices, the voice of our teams and those of our community are reflected in the final design and operational model of the new hospitals. Although the Trillium HealthWorks Clinical team is currently a small team that is set to grow significantly in the future to support Operational Readiness and transition to the new hospitals based on proposed Transitional Budgets previously submitted to and, in review and approval process with the Ministry of Health. As the team grows, the AVP will provide strategic leadership to align all aspects of the clinical planning of both projects and collaborate with the business performance office to support integration activities across patient care services with an aim to be prepared to deliver improved quality, access, and sustainability within our regional and provincial health care system.
Leadership Accountabilities
Collaborative, interprofessional, cross-programmatic leadership to plan and implement the integration of clinical services to prepare for operational readiness for the Trillium Healthworks projects, including, but not limited to, interprofessional models and care pathways based on the best available evidence
Provide leadership and continuous talent management to a diverse and skilled team of clinical planning and project management experts at a senior level.
Develop and implement leading project management tools and techniques to monitor progress, deliverables and approvals, and support the achievement of strategic goals.
Build robust partner relations through implementation of plans focused on internal cross-programmatic collaboration and partnerships with patients, families and our community
Deliver clear and effective processes for risk assessment, monitoring and mitigation.
Foster a culture of engagement, equity, inclusion, and transparency, leveraging diversity.
Oversee strategic partnership planning across the organization to align work streams to deliver on strategic goals.
Provide communications advice and guidance to senior leadership and the Board of Directors as required.
Collaborative leadership with the business performance office and clinical programs to strategically plan and execute future clinical plans in alignment with THP strategy
Support strategic decision-making through participation in Healthworks governance structure, including sub-committee and committee leadership as required
Qualifications
Regulated Health Professional, Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario is preferred
Post-secondary education in a related discipline, or equivalent level of advanced education combined with demonstrated experience at the Director level or above
5+ years of senior level (Director and above) management experience in a related field
Experience with strategic and operational processes and change management related to large-scale health infrastructure planning and implementation
Strong, well-developed business and project management skills (strategic planning, risk management, resource allocation and analytics)
Exceptional ability to develop credibility and building trust with staff, peers and senior decision-makers
Demonstrated success in developing partnerships with patients, families and the community
D emonstrated senior level communication and presentation skills
Results-oriented and client-focused with a commitment to excellence
Strong conceptual skills; systems thinking and ability to deal with ambiguity
Strong ability to link strategic direction to business strategies
Superior analytical, problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated leadership of teams with an emphasis on coaching, mentoring and leadership
Position Location and Travel
Travel between all sites of Trillium Health Partners will be required.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume or query, quoting the appropriate position title, to Omar Osmani, Omar.Osmani@thp.ca .
Internal candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.
Candidates with professional and non-professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca .
Notes to applicants:
If you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code to consider this opportunity.
Trillium Health Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a healthy, safe and respectful environment for healing, based on our values compassion, excellence and courage. To be Better Together, we commit to fostering a respectful workplace culture that promotes a safe and supportive environment for everyone who provides care, supports caregiving, receives care or visits the hospital.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Trillium Health Partners is recognized under the French Language Services Act.
As a condition of employment, we require all staff to be fully vaccinated for COVID19, in addition to other vaccinations required by the Public Hospitals Act.
Mississauga Ontario Health Team (MOHT) has embarked on a journey to transform and integrate palliative care delivery in the community. With patients, caregivers and palliative partners including Home and Community Care, home care service providers, hospice, hospital, and local specialist physician teams, among others, a new integrated model of palliative care has been co-designed. The model builds on the Ontario Palliative Care Network Health Services Delivery Framework and integrates palliative care delivery. Implementation of the model will result in an integrated palliative care program within the Mississauga and South Etobicoke community. The Mississauga Health Integrated Palliative Care Program is governed through an integrated governance model with accountability to the OHT and Palliative Care Partners.
The Mississauga Ontario Health Team palliative program is being delivered through a partnership with all community palliative providers and with the Dorothy Ley Hospice and Hospice Mississauga taking a lead role in program implementation, management and delivery.
The Lead, Integrated Palliative Care Program, is a strategic and operational leadership role responsible for supporting the implementation, management and effective delivery of the program including all aspects of planning, human resource and financial management. The role will be accountable to Mississauga OHT leadership and Hospice leadership through a matrix reporting structure. Day to day reporting will be to the Executive Director of the Dorothy Ley Hospice who is the hiring organization.
Responsibilities:
Program Implementation
A key support to the Co-Leads of the Mississauga Health Integrated Palliative Care Program in the implementation of the Integrated Palliative Care Program working collaboratively with palliative care service delivery partners, patients and caregivers.
Facilitates the development of comprehensive implementation plans including change management plans and key performance measures to evaluate progress to ensure effective program management, compliance with funding requirements, and transparent communication throughout the implementation process.
Utilizes funding effectively to support the objectives outlined in the implementation plan, focusing on project management, change management, communications, engagement, training, and quality improvement.
Program Leadership
Provides leadership and oversight for the delivery of the integrated palliative care program ensuring that high standards of care are achieved
Responsible for financial management including managing a budget, tracking financial performance and developing plans to manage variances
Responsible for developing, implementing and managing all operational processes, procedures and policies necessary for effective and high-quality program delivery
Supervises and directs program staff to achieve the goals and objectives of the program
Responsible for ensuring data collection, analysis for reporting, quality assurance, performance management and evaluation.
Facilitates the development and management of the quality and risk management program for integrated program delivery including a patient complaints management process
Partnership and Collaboration
Manages relationships with partners including Home and Community Care Support Services and the lead Home Care Service Provider to ensure effective delivery of the integrated palliative care program
Contributes as required with local, regional and provincial partners and other OHTs to contribute to system level palliative care improvement
Participate in evaluations led by Ontario Health and the Health System Performance Network (HSPN) to collect data and assess outcomes of implemented changes.
Facilitates required reporting for the OHT by completing reporting and progress reports.
Program Governance
Ensures effective governance of the Integrated Palliative Care Program as the key support to co-chairs of the OHT Palliative Care Planning Table.
Responsible for the integrated leadership and management tables and bringing partners together to provide oversight, day-to-day management and ongoing improvement of the program.
Overview of Role Requirements
Master’s degree in health care administration, health discipline or business administration is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years in progressive operational management roles in a health care setting with at least three years of experience in palliative care.
Experience in Home and Community Care, Integrated Care and program development is an asset.
Experience bringing partners together to advance strategic and collaborative initiatives./
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of program development/ evaluation, implementation and management concepts to facilitate high quality program delivery
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement processes / systems to ensure effective and efficient program management infrastructure.
Demonstrated leadership in continuous improvement, and in achieving operational excellence and fiscal management across the portfolio. Lean experience and certification are an asset.
Demonstrated values-based leadership competencies.
Demonstrated experience in promoting a culture of learning, innovation, change and accountability within.
Demonstrated skill level in collaboration, negotiation, conflict resolution, human and financial management.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to establish positive working relationships with physicians, community partners, patients and caregivers and service providers.
Employment Details
Full-time contract 2 years
Hybrid work environment
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume, to Human Resources at Dorothy Ley Hospice hr@dlhospice.org . We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Dorothy Ley Hospice is committed to building an inclusive environment and will provide accommodations in accordance with the AODA – Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please indicate in your application any accommodations you will require throughout the recruitment process. Alternatively, please contact Gary Martini-Wong at 416-626-0116 extension 226.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
Mississauga Ontario Health Team (MOHT) has embarked on a journey to transform and integrate palliative care delivery in the community. With patients, caregivers and palliative partners including Home and Community Care, home care service providers, hospice, hospital, and local specialist physician teams, among others, a new integrated model of palliative care has been co-designed. The model builds on the Ontario Palliative Care Network Health Services Delivery Framework and integrates palliative care delivery. Implementation of the model will result in an integrated palliative care program within the Mississauga and South Etobicoke community. The Mississauga Health Integrated Palliative Care Program is governed through an integrated governance model with accountability to the OHT and Palliative Care Partners.
The Mississauga Ontario Health Team palliative program is being delivered through a partnership with all community palliative providers and with the Dorothy Ley Hospice and Hospice Mississauga taking a lead role in program implementation, management and delivery.
The Lead, Integrated Palliative Care Program, is a strategic and operational leadership role responsible for supporting the implementation, management and effective delivery of the program including all aspects of planning, human resource and financial management. The role will be accountable to Mississauga OHT leadership and Hospice leadership through a matrix reporting structure. Day to day reporting will be to the Executive Director of the Dorothy Ley Hospice who is the hiring organization.
Responsibilities:
Program Implementation
A key support to the Co-Leads of the Mississauga Health Integrated Palliative Care Program in the implementation of the Integrated Palliative Care Program working collaboratively with palliative care service delivery partners, patients and caregivers.
Facilitates the development of comprehensive implementation plans including change management plans and key performance measures to evaluate progress to ensure effective program management, compliance with funding requirements, and transparent communication throughout the implementation process.
Utilizes funding effectively to support the objectives outlined in the implementation plan, focusing on project management, change management, communications, engagement, training, and quality improvement.
Program Leadership
Provides leadership and oversight for the delivery of the integrated palliative care program ensuring that high standards of care are achieved
Responsible for financial management including managing a budget, tracking financial performance and developing plans to manage variances
Responsible for developing, implementing and managing all operational processes, procedures and policies necessary for effective and high-quality program delivery
Supervises and directs program staff to achieve the goals and objectives of the program
Responsible for ensuring data collection, analysis for reporting, quality assurance, performance management and evaluation.
Facilitates the development and management of the quality and risk management program for integrated program delivery including a patient complaints management process
Partnership and Collaboration
Manages relationships with partners including Home and Community Care Support Services and the lead Home Care Service Provider to ensure effective delivery of the integrated palliative care program
Contributes as required with local, regional and provincial partners and other OHTs to contribute to system level palliative care improvement
Participate in evaluations led by Ontario Health and the Health System Performance Network (HSPN) to collect data and assess outcomes of implemented changes.
Facilitates required reporting for the OHT by completing reporting and progress reports.
Program Governance
Ensures effective governance of the Integrated Palliative Care Program as the key support to co-chairs of the OHT Palliative Care Planning Table.
Responsible for the integrated leadership and management tables and bringing partners together to provide oversight, day-to-day management and ongoing improvement of the program.
Overview of Role Requirements
Master’s degree in health care administration, health discipline or business administration is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years in progressive operational management roles in a health care setting with at least three years of experience in palliative care.
Experience in Home and Community Care, Integrated Care and program development is an asset.
Experience bringing partners together to advance strategic and collaborative initiatives./
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of program development/ evaluation, implementation and management concepts to facilitate high quality program delivery
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement processes / systems to ensure effective and efficient program management infrastructure.
Demonstrated leadership in continuous improvement, and in achieving operational excellence and fiscal management across the portfolio. Lean experience and certification are an asset.
Demonstrated values-based leadership competencies.
Demonstrated experience in promoting a culture of learning, innovation, change and accountability within.
Demonstrated skill level in collaboration, negotiation, conflict resolution, human and financial management.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to establish positive working relationships with physicians, community partners, patients and caregivers and service providers.
Employment Details
Full-time contract 2 years
Hybrid work environment
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume, to Human Resources at Dorothy Ley Hospice hr@dlhospice.org . We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Dorothy Ley Hospice is committed to building an inclusive environment and will provide accommodations in accordance with the AODA – Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please indicate in your application any accommodations you will require throughout the recruitment process. Alternatively, please contact Gary Martini-Wong at 416-626-0116 extension 226.
Join Northeastern Ontario’s Health Care Leaders!
A dynamic and growing health care environment awaits you in Sudbury, Ontario. Surrounded by provincial parks and with 330 lakes, Greater Sudbury has over 165,000 residents and is a rich mix of urban, suburban, rural and wilderness environments that offer something for everyone. Just a one hour flight or four-hour drive north of Toronto, Ontario you can experience the balance of a supportive yet challenging career environment with a comfortable and affordable lifestyle, right in the heart of Northern Ontario’s largest city.
Join a seasoned Senior Leadership Team with Health Sciences North (HSN), one of Canada’s Top 40 research hospitals and Northern Ontario’s largest hospital. Champion innovation in the delivery of the right care in a timely, safe and efficient way. As a teaching hospital, HSN is committed to strengthening our academic and research impact while collaborating with regional, provincial, national and international partners on research that improves health outcomes for the people of Northeastern Ontario. HSN is the tertiary care centre for Northeastern Ontario, locally affiliated with Laurentian University and NOSM University. Join a team of 4,400 employees, 600 physicians, 2,900 learners and 265 volunteers.
HSN is seeking an experienced, talented clinical leader for the position of Vice President, Medicine and Chief Nursing Executive with a proven track record of building successful teams and partnerships to ensure the delivery of high quality care and outstanding patient experiences. Under the leadership of the President and Chief Executive Officer, this leader will be a system thinker and excellent communicator with the ability to plan and implement change, and creatively achieve results. They will possess the skills and credibility to inspire a division of 500-1,000 employees, earn the trust of medical staff, local and regional partners, Ontario Health and colleagues from over 20 partner hospitals, while managing a budget of $40-$150 million. The ideal candidate will have the appropriate balance of education, experience, demonstrated knowledge and personal attributes required for the role, as well as will bring VP/Director level experience from a hospital setting, and will be bilingual in English and French. Women, Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, Francophones, and other equity-deserving candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
The Vice President, Medicine and Chief Nursing Executive leads HSN’s largest division which includes Medicine, Critical Care and Cardiology, Community Care/Rehabilitation/Nephrology, Emergency Services and Professional Practice, the North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, as well as Care Transitions/Patient Flow/Utilization. This VP champions HSN’s key goal of being patient and family-focused. This includes desired outcomes of improving patient satisfaction with admission and discharge, pursuing continuous quality improvement, providing clinical leadership in the optimization of the new regional Electronic Medical Record (going live in June 2024) and promoting senior friendly care. With responsibility for patient flow, the VP develops plans to improve internal and external capacity, flow, and resource utilization. The VP works closely with the Chiefs of Anaesthesia, Critical Care, Cardiovascular Sciences, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine/Hospitalists and Medicine, will be tasked with strengthening medicine sub-subspecialties, serve as the regional critical care representative, and advise the Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) on ways to grow its research efforts for cardiovascular health and healthy aging.
Interested applicants should apply directly to requisition #5307 on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/ . The posting will remain active until filled, however the search committee will begin reviewing applicants on April 11, 2024.
KEY FUNCTION:
Lead the development and delivery of clinical programs and services in, Medicine, Critical and Emergency Care, Community Care and Rehabilitation, Nephrology, North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, Care Transitions, Patient Flow and Utilization to ensure service delivery strategies align with HSN’s mission, vision and values, Strategic Plan and targets set in the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the President and Chief Executive Officer.
DUTIES:
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of hospital-wide activities and programs that promote a safe, patient-centred environment while contributing to continuous improvement and risk management initiatives.
Participate as a member of the Senior Leadership Committee in establishing and implementing HSN’s strategic planning process and the establishment of the vision, mission, values, and standards of performance for hospital-wide application.
Promote a patient-centered care focus and engage patients and families in care delivery and care design.
Promote a culture that encourages the engagement of staff, physicians, learners, patient representatives and volunteers in safety.
Engage partners to ensure that collaborative solutions are developed and implemented to improve patient transitions and flow.
Ensure the provision of high quality patient-care and design a system of internal controls where operations are effective, efficient, and in compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory, and best practice requirements.
Ensure the vision and tools of professional practice are embedded in the practice of professional staff and within HSN’s operational activities and systems to support high standards of professional practice and care.
Enhance the development of a continuous improvement culture to support care delivery and enhance job satisfaction.
Plan, investigate, recommend, and implement methods of streamlining and increasing the efficiency of the clinical programs.
The CNE function may be included in the duties in which case the CNE acts as a non-voting member of the Hospital Board of Directors, as voting member of its Quality Committee, and reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer for the CNE duties.
Develop annual budgets and assume fiscal accountability of the portfolio’s operation according to approved budget.
Guide, motivate, monitor, and supervise staff, develop standards of performance, evaluate performance.
Oversee the work of others in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), its regulations, and HSN policies.
Lead organization wide strategic plan outcomes particularly those associated with being Patient and Family focussed.
Determine and align program improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Participate in the accreditation process and work to ensure that the program and HSN achieve, maintain and continually improve upon their accredited status.
Teach, coach and lead staff in the development and monitoring of quality indicators and improvement initiatives.
Engage in and foster professional development of all staff and provide opportunities for learning within budgeted resources.
Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors; investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as required on incidents.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders/organizations/community groups to achieve program objectives, integrate and link services and foster partnerships across the continuum of service delivery.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Ensure a strong relationship with the Chiefs of Anaesthesia, Critical Care, Cardiovascular Sciences, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine/Hospitalists, and Medicine.
Advise the Health Sciences North Research Institute on ways to grow its research efforts including for cardiovascular health and healthy aging.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Provide Senior Leadership on-call duties as scheduled.
Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Master’s Degree in Health, Business, Nursing Administration, or a health-related field from an accredited university is required.
Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is required.
Current Certificate of Registration with the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) is preferred.
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a senior management role within a large multi-specialty clinic, acute health care facility, or in a large multi-specialty health care environment.
Experience as a Vice President, Associate Vice President or Director in one of Canada’s large hospitals is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Demonstrated presentation skills with the ability to impact and influence others at all levels.
Demonstrated clinical and administrative leadership skills.
Demonstrated strategic planning, innovative thinking, and implementation skills with the ability to advance a strategic plan through systematic and progressive implementation.
Demonstrated critical thinking, analytical thinking, conflict management, and team-building skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop, monitor, administer, and report on budgets.
Demonstrated ability to coach, advise and teach others using the principles of adult learning.
Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and principles of management, hospital committee structure, conflict management and resolution, system needs analysis and organizational assessment.
Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and employees.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Ability to develop partnerships and collaborative processes across institutions.
Demonstrated ability to take appropriate action to resolve workplace related issues and problems.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to travel between local sites.
OTHER:
Bilingualism is a strong asset.
Mar 21, 2024
Full time
Join Northeastern Ontario’s Health Care Leaders!
A dynamic and growing health care environment awaits you in Sudbury, Ontario. Surrounded by provincial parks and with 330 lakes, Greater Sudbury has over 165,000 residents and is a rich mix of urban, suburban, rural and wilderness environments that offer something for everyone. Just a one hour flight or four-hour drive north of Toronto, Ontario you can experience the balance of a supportive yet challenging career environment with a comfortable and affordable lifestyle, right in the heart of Northern Ontario’s largest city.
Join a seasoned Senior Leadership Team with Health Sciences North (HSN), one of Canada’s Top 40 research hospitals and Northern Ontario’s largest hospital. Champion innovation in the delivery of the right care in a timely, safe and efficient way. As a teaching hospital, HSN is committed to strengthening our academic and research impact while collaborating with regional, provincial, national and international partners on research that improves health outcomes for the people of Northeastern Ontario. HSN is the tertiary care centre for Northeastern Ontario, locally affiliated with Laurentian University and NOSM University. Join a team of 4,400 employees, 600 physicians, 2,900 learners and 265 volunteers.
HSN is seeking an experienced, talented clinical leader for the position of Vice President, Medicine and Chief Nursing Executive with a proven track record of building successful teams and partnerships to ensure the delivery of high quality care and outstanding patient experiences. Under the leadership of the President and Chief Executive Officer, this leader will be a system thinker and excellent communicator with the ability to plan and implement change, and creatively achieve results. They will possess the skills and credibility to inspire a division of 500-1,000 employees, earn the trust of medical staff, local and regional partners, Ontario Health and colleagues from over 20 partner hospitals, while managing a budget of $40-$150 million. The ideal candidate will have the appropriate balance of education, experience, demonstrated knowledge and personal attributes required for the role, as well as will bring VP/Director level experience from a hospital setting, and will be bilingual in English and French. Women, Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, Francophones, and other equity-deserving candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
The Vice President, Medicine and Chief Nursing Executive leads HSN’s largest division which includes Medicine, Critical Care and Cardiology, Community Care/Rehabilitation/Nephrology, Emergency Services and Professional Practice, the North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, as well as Care Transitions/Patient Flow/Utilization. This VP champions HSN’s key goal of being patient and family-focused. This includes desired outcomes of improving patient satisfaction with admission and discharge, pursuing continuous quality improvement, providing clinical leadership in the optimization of the new regional Electronic Medical Record (going live in June 2024) and promoting senior friendly care. With responsibility for patient flow, the VP develops plans to improve internal and external capacity, flow, and resource utilization. The VP works closely with the Chiefs of Anaesthesia, Critical Care, Cardiovascular Sciences, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine/Hospitalists and Medicine, will be tasked with strengthening medicine sub-subspecialties, serve as the regional critical care representative, and advise the Health Sciences North Research Institute (HSNRI) on ways to grow its research efforts for cardiovascular health and healthy aging.
Interested applicants should apply directly to requisition #5307 on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/ . The posting will remain active until filled, however the search committee will begin reviewing applicants on April 11, 2024.
KEY FUNCTION:
Lead the development and delivery of clinical programs and services in, Medicine, Critical and Emergency Care, Community Care and Rehabilitation, Nephrology, North East Specialized Geriatric Centre, Care Transitions, Patient Flow and Utilization to ensure service delivery strategies align with HSN’s mission, vision and values, Strategic Plan and targets set in the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the President and Chief Executive Officer.
DUTIES:
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of hospital-wide activities and programs that promote a safe, patient-centred environment while contributing to continuous improvement and risk management initiatives.
Participate as a member of the Senior Leadership Committee in establishing and implementing HSN’s strategic planning process and the establishment of the vision, mission, values, and standards of performance for hospital-wide application.
Promote a patient-centered care focus and engage patients and families in care delivery and care design.
Promote a culture that encourages the engagement of staff, physicians, learners, patient representatives and volunteers in safety.
Engage partners to ensure that collaborative solutions are developed and implemented to improve patient transitions and flow.
Ensure the provision of high quality patient-care and design a system of internal controls where operations are effective, efficient, and in compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory, and best practice requirements.
Ensure the vision and tools of professional practice are embedded in the practice of professional staff and within HSN’s operational activities and systems to support high standards of professional practice and care.
Enhance the development of a continuous improvement culture to support care delivery and enhance job satisfaction.
Plan, investigate, recommend, and implement methods of streamlining and increasing the efficiency of the clinical programs.
The CNE function may be included in the duties in which case the CNE acts as a non-voting member of the Hospital Board of Directors, as voting member of its Quality Committee, and reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer for the CNE duties.
Develop annual budgets and assume fiscal accountability of the portfolio’s operation according to approved budget.
Guide, motivate, monitor, and supervise staff, develop standards of performance, evaluate performance.
Oversee the work of others in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), its regulations, and HSN policies.
Lead organization wide strategic plan outcomes particularly those associated with being Patient and Family focussed.
Determine and align program improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Participate in the accreditation process and work to ensure that the program and HSN achieve, maintain and continually improve upon their accredited status.
Teach, coach and lead staff in the development and monitoring of quality indicators and improvement initiatives.
Engage in and foster professional development of all staff and provide opportunities for learning within budgeted resources.
Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors; investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as required on incidents.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders/organizations/community groups to achieve program objectives, integrate and link services and foster partnerships across the continuum of service delivery.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Ensure a strong relationship with the Chiefs of Anaesthesia, Critical Care, Cardiovascular Sciences, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine/Hospitalists, and Medicine.
Advise the Health Sciences North Research Institute on ways to grow its research efforts including for cardiovascular health and healthy aging.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Provide Senior Leadership on-call duties as scheduled.
Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Master’s Degree in Health, Business, Nursing Administration, or a health-related field from an accredited university is required.
Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is required.
Current Certificate of Registration with the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) is preferred.
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a senior management role within a large multi-specialty clinic, acute health care facility, or in a large multi-specialty health care environment.
Experience as a Vice President, Associate Vice President or Director in one of Canada’s large hospitals is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Demonstrated presentation skills with the ability to impact and influence others at all levels.
Demonstrated clinical and administrative leadership skills.
Demonstrated strategic planning, innovative thinking, and implementation skills with the ability to advance a strategic plan through systematic and progressive implementation.
Demonstrated critical thinking, analytical thinking, conflict management, and team-building skills.
Demonstrated ability to develop, monitor, administer, and report on budgets.
Demonstrated ability to coach, advise and teach others using the principles of adult learning.
Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and principles of management, hospital committee structure, conflict management and resolution, system needs analysis and organizational assessment.
Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and employees.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Ability to develop partnerships and collaborative processes across institutions.
Demonstrated ability to take appropriate action to resolve workplace related issues and problems.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to travel between local sites.
OTHER:
Bilingualism is a strong asset.
Join Northeastern Ontario’s Health Care Leaders!
A dynamic and growing health care environment awaits you in Sudbury, Ontario. Surrounded by provincial parks and with 330 lakes, Greater Sudbury has over 165,000 residents and is a rich mix of urban, suburban, rural and wilderness environments that offer something for everyone. Just a one hour flight or four-hour drive north of Toronto, here you will experience the balance of a supportive and challenging career environment and a comfortable and affordable lifestyle, right in the heart of Northern Ontario’s largest city.
Health Sciences North (HSN) is seeking an innovative leader for the position of Director, Informatics. In collaboration with the Chief Information Officer, the Director will lead the development, implementation, and measurement of the Clinical Information Systems for HSN. The successful incumbent will also collaborate with all departments and levels of HSN and provide leadership and design processes to advance the clinical systems strategy and to improve quality and safety of patient care.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Health Informatics, IT, or in a related field from an accredited university. We are looking for someone with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a Clinical Informatics or IT role within a health care environment and five (5) years’ experience working in a leadership/management role, preferably in a health care environment. Training or recent experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of an Advanced Clinical Informatics System is required. Candidates with training or recent experience working as a Regulated Health Professional within a health care environment are preferred.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, you are encouraged to view the full job description on the HSN Careers Website.
We offer competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits, and relocation allowance to assist with moving expenses. We provide support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), which is available for all HSN staff and family members regardless of status, position, affiliation, etc.
We also offer Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) ! All employees are eligible to join immediately upon hire. HOOPP is a defined benefit pension plan, and one of the leading pension plans in Canada. HOOPP is a multi-employer pension plan, meaning it can be transferred between many organizations in the province and is currently offered in over 600 organizations in Ontario. For every dollar an employee contributes to HOOPP, the employer (HSN) contributes $1.26, meaning the plan is 55% funded by the employer, and 45% funded by the employee.
Interested applicants are asked to apply directly to requisition #5191 on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/ . The posting will remain active until April 20, 2024 at 11:59 pm, however the search committee will begin reviewing applicants on April 11, 2024.
KEY FUNCTION:
Lead the development, implementation, and measurement of the Clinical Information Systems for HSN. Collaborate with all departments and levels of HSN and provide leadership and design processes to advance the clinical systems strategy and to improve quality and safety of patient care.
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the Chief Information and Privacy Officer.
DUTIES:
Lead and champion the ongoing development of the existing Digitally Enabled strategy.
Perform an ongoing evaluation of the current systems in support of the continued implementation of Advanced Clinical Systems at HSN and create a capital and financial plan to address ongoing system needs.
Assess the ongoing readiness of HSN as it relates to Clinical Informatics and develop standardized and individual change management strategies to enable the success of the Digitally Enabled agenda.
Create mechanisms to integrate Clinical Services and Clinical Informatics services to ensure the effective implementation, ongoing support and improvement of the electronic health record.
Address Information and Communication Technology (ICT), capital and clinical priorities, and a logical order of change management as it relates to the implementation of the Digitally Enabled strategies.
Develop processes that will engage, educate, and support all levels of health care providers to create an understanding of the directions, capabilities, challenges, and their roles in the implementation of the electronic health record.
Apply change, improvement, and project management principles and practices in setting goals, policies, procedures, targets, and timelines for all Clinical Information System priorities.
Engage performance improvement leaders to provide leadership in the change management processes to enable the implementation of net new Digitally Enabled initiatives and services.
Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for HSN’s Clinical & Imaging systems in alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Collaborate with vendors to negotiate service agreements, ensure compliance with contractual obligations and stay abreast of technology advancements in medical imaging.
Design and maintain processes of ongoing performance measurement.
Develop and maintain relationships with regional and provincial stakeholders to exchange and apply relevant information, learning, and best practices.
Develop annual budgets and assume fiscal accountability of the departmental operation according to approved budget.
Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors; investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as appropriate on incidents.
Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
Manage human resources which include: recruitment, selection and training.
Guide, motivate, monitor and supervise staff, develop standards of performance, evaluate performance and make recommendations on disciplinary action if required.
Oversee the work of others in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), its regulations, and HSN policies.
Provide hospital wide, on-call coverage for problems and serious issues after hours and on weekends according to scheduled rotation.
Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Participate in the accreditation process and work to ensure that the program and HSN achieve, maintain and continually improve upon their accredited status.
Teach, coach and lead staff in the development and monitoring of quality indicators and improvement initiatives.
Engage in and foster professional development of all staff and provide opportunities for learning within budgeted resources. Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors; investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as required on incidents.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders/organizations/community groups to achieve program objectives, integrate and link services and foster partnerships across the continuum of service delivery.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Health Informatics, IT, or in a related field, from an accredited university.
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a Clinical Informatics or IT role within a health care environment.
Minimum of five (5) years’ working in a leadership/management role, preferably in a health care environment.
Training or recent experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of an Advanced Clinical Informatics System is required.
Training or recent experience working as a Regulated Health Professional within a health care environment is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Demonstrated superior leadership, project management, change management, financial management, program planning, budget development, critical thinking, decision-making, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflow and change management implications.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects or initiatives that relate to information management projects.
Demonstrated strategic business sense and ability to use judgment in risk assessment.
Demonstrated ability to coach, advise and teach others using the principles of adult learning.
Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and principles of management, hospital committee structure, conflict management and resolution, system needs analysis and organizational assessment.
Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and employees.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Successful Criminal Record Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) is required.
Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle.
Willingness to travel occasionally within Northern Ontario.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to travel between local sites.
OTHER:
Bilingualism is an asset.
Mar 21, 2024
Full time
Join Northeastern Ontario’s Health Care Leaders!
A dynamic and growing health care environment awaits you in Sudbury, Ontario. Surrounded by provincial parks and with 330 lakes, Greater Sudbury has over 165,000 residents and is a rich mix of urban, suburban, rural and wilderness environments that offer something for everyone. Just a one hour flight or four-hour drive north of Toronto, here you will experience the balance of a supportive and challenging career environment and a comfortable and affordable lifestyle, right in the heart of Northern Ontario’s largest city.
Health Sciences North (HSN) is seeking an innovative leader for the position of Director, Informatics. In collaboration with the Chief Information Officer, the Director will lead the development, implementation, and measurement of the Clinical Information Systems for HSN. The successful incumbent will also collaborate with all departments and levels of HSN and provide leadership and design processes to advance the clinical systems strategy and to improve quality and safety of patient care.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Health Informatics, IT, or in a related field from an accredited university. We are looking for someone with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a Clinical Informatics or IT role within a health care environment and five (5) years’ experience working in a leadership/management role, preferably in a health care environment. Training or recent experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of an Advanced Clinical Informatics System is required. Candidates with training or recent experience working as a Regulated Health Professional within a health care environment are preferred.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, you are encouraged to view the full job description on the HSN Careers Website.
We offer competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits, and relocation allowance to assist with moving expenses. We provide support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), which is available for all HSN staff and family members regardless of status, position, affiliation, etc.
We also offer Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) ! All employees are eligible to join immediately upon hire. HOOPP is a defined benefit pension plan, and one of the leading pension plans in Canada. HOOPP is a multi-employer pension plan, meaning it can be transferred between many organizations in the province and is currently offered in over 600 organizations in Ontario. For every dollar an employee contributes to HOOPP, the employer (HSN) contributes $1.26, meaning the plan is 55% funded by the employer, and 45% funded by the employee.
Interested applicants are asked to apply directly to requisition #5191 on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/ . The posting will remain active until April 20, 2024 at 11:59 pm, however the search committee will begin reviewing applicants on April 11, 2024.
KEY FUNCTION:
Lead the development, implementation, and measurement of the Clinical Information Systems for HSN. Collaborate with all departments and levels of HSN and provide leadership and design processes to advance the clinical systems strategy and to improve quality and safety of patient care.
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the Chief Information and Privacy Officer.
DUTIES:
Lead and champion the ongoing development of the existing Digitally Enabled strategy.
Perform an ongoing evaluation of the current systems in support of the continued implementation of Advanced Clinical Systems at HSN and create a capital and financial plan to address ongoing system needs.
Assess the ongoing readiness of HSN as it relates to Clinical Informatics and develop standardized and individual change management strategies to enable the success of the Digitally Enabled agenda.
Create mechanisms to integrate Clinical Services and Clinical Informatics services to ensure the effective implementation, ongoing support and improvement of the electronic health record.
Address Information and Communication Technology (ICT), capital and clinical priorities, and a logical order of change management as it relates to the implementation of the Digitally Enabled strategies.
Develop processes that will engage, educate, and support all levels of health care providers to create an understanding of the directions, capabilities, challenges, and their roles in the implementation of the electronic health record.
Apply change, improvement, and project management principles and practices in setting goals, policies, procedures, targets, and timelines for all Clinical Information System priorities.
Engage performance improvement leaders to provide leadership in the change management processes to enable the implementation of net new Digitally Enabled initiatives and services.
Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for HSN’s Clinical & Imaging systems in alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Collaborate with vendors to negotiate service agreements, ensure compliance with contractual obligations and stay abreast of technology advancements in medical imaging.
Design and maintain processes of ongoing performance measurement.
Develop and maintain relationships with regional and provincial stakeholders to exchange and apply relevant information, learning, and best practices.
Develop annual budgets and assume fiscal accountability of the departmental operation according to approved budget.
Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors; investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as appropriate on incidents.
Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
Manage human resources which include: recruitment, selection and training.
Guide, motivate, monitor and supervise staff, develop standards of performance, evaluate performance and make recommendations on disciplinary action if required.
Oversee the work of others in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), its regulations, and HSN policies.
Provide hospital wide, on-call coverage for problems and serious issues after hours and on weekends according to scheduled rotation.
Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Participate in the accreditation process and work to ensure that the program and HSN achieve, maintain and continually improve upon their accredited status.
Teach, coach and lead staff in the development and monitoring of quality indicators and improvement initiatives.
Engage in and foster professional development of all staff and provide opportunities for learning within budgeted resources. Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors; investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as required on incidents.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders/organizations/community groups to achieve program objectives, integrate and link services and foster partnerships across the continuum of service delivery.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Health Informatics, IT, or in a related field, from an accredited university.
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a Clinical Informatics or IT role within a health care environment.
Minimum of five (5) years’ working in a leadership/management role, preferably in a health care environment.
Training or recent experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of an Advanced Clinical Informatics System is required.
Training or recent experience working as a Regulated Health Professional within a health care environment is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Demonstrated superior leadership, project management, change management, financial management, program planning, budget development, critical thinking, decision-making, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflow and change management implications.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects or initiatives that relate to information management projects.
Demonstrated strategic business sense and ability to use judgment in risk assessment.
Demonstrated ability to coach, advise and teach others using the principles of adult learning.
Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and principles of management, hospital committee structure, conflict management and resolution, system needs analysis and organizational assessment.
Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and employees.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Successful Criminal Record Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) is required.
Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle.
Willingness to travel occasionally within Northern Ontario.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to travel between local sites.
OTHER:
Bilingualism is an asset.
Job Summary & Requirements:
Reporting to the Operations Director, Professional Practice, IPAC, & Allied Health Services, this position has a strong focus on leading, innovating, and implementing progressive and sustainable practices that promote health professional excellence and evidence-based practice. As RVH prepares to launch a new strategic plan, this role will be integral in propelling practice forward supporting education and development both internally and externally with our regional partners. This role will support the strategic oversight for Clinical Nurse Educators, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. This role is pivotal in establishing high performing relationships across the organization, building partnerships, and serving as a resource and change agent in operationalizing strategies that support professional practice and the delivery of safe, quality patient care. The successful candidate will ensure ongoing excellence in evidence-based care, research, program evaluation and teaching, while maximizing opportunities for interprofessional learning and fostering an innovative, accountable, supportive and outcome focused culture.
Responsibilities include:
Collaborates with the Professional Practice Department and other stakeholders to ensure that clinical practice is consistent with the vision, mission and values of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre and meets the standards of regulatory colleges
Contributes to building a culture of inclusivity, psychological safety, and support across the organization
Monitoring and evaluating the roles and responsibilities of direct reports to ensure team members provide education to support and deliver safe, quality patient care that aligns with organizational and regulatory college standards
Evaluates, optimizes, and supports onboarding and orientation processes of new clinicians
Evaluates, optimizes, and supports ongoing education programs provided and identifies further opportunities for educational options to our regional partners.
Ensures excellence in patient care and service delivery through continuous quality improvement processes that include planning, quality monitoring and risk avoidance
Ability to work effectively and demonstrates composure to meet multiple and competing deadlines.
Monitor and evaluate clinical outcomes and utilize data to support planning decisions as it relates to the provision of clinical services
Provide leadership in development, maintenance, and evaluation of a collaborative operational structure
Investigate, design, lead and evaluate innovative practice changes through the Clinical Nurse Educators and the Clinical Nurse Specialists
Participates in determining the strategic directions especially related to the nursing profession by participating in academic and professional activities within the organization and with our community and academic partners
Contributes positively to patient care through the application of evidence based practice. Leads Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Specialists to disseminate findings, promote critical thinking and implement evidence based practice
Assume responsibility for budgetary planning, monitoring, and controlling human and financial resources.
Assists with overall Professional Practice Department Planning
Collaborates with other managers, directors and staff to develop short and long term plans for units or programs
Participates on regional and Health Centre based committees, task forces and working groups applicable to area of practice
Education:
Current registered member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
Master’s level preparation in a health-related field or education is preferred.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in chosen specialty required.
Member of Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) required
Certificate or education related to leadership and development required
Certification or training in Project Management and/or Change Management preferred
Experience:
2-5 years progressive leadership required, preference in professional practice.
Experience leading and facilitating Corporate-Wide initiatives required (i.e.RNAO Best Practice Guidelines)
2-5 years’ experience in a Clinical Nurse Educator and/or Clinical Nurse Specialist related role preferred
Presenter and/or author of local, provincial or national publications and/or presentations preferred
Competencies:
Proven ability to develop and execute corporate-wide professional practice initiatives required
Demonstrates excellence in interpersonal communication, coaching, mentoring and team building skills that facilitate positive interactions among all members of the health care team required
Demonstrated experience with developing policies, procedures, and medical directives required
Demonstrates a clear understand of RHPA legislation and discipline specific standards of care
Demonstrated ability to evaluate clinical performance, mentor, support, assess clinical needs and plan appropriate educations strategies
Demonstrates commitment to collaborative practice
Experience in advancing best practices
Proven team player who fosters a positive work culture and values strong, collaborative relationships
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects
Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
Demonstrated performance management skills and knowledge of related regulatory standards
Demonstrated project and change management skills
Demonstrates behaviours consistent with RVH’s Values and the Strategic Plan
Other:
Computer literacy in word, excel, Meditech and other leader related tools (i.e. time card management and performance management software)
Satisfactory criminal reference screening prior to hire
Travel will be required for this role, focused on off site locations and support of offsite team members
Mar 19, 2024
Full time
Job Summary & Requirements:
Reporting to the Operations Director, Professional Practice, IPAC, & Allied Health Services, this position has a strong focus on leading, innovating, and implementing progressive and sustainable practices that promote health professional excellence and evidence-based practice. As RVH prepares to launch a new strategic plan, this role will be integral in propelling practice forward supporting education and development both internally and externally with our regional partners. This role will support the strategic oversight for Clinical Nurse Educators, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. This role is pivotal in establishing high performing relationships across the organization, building partnerships, and serving as a resource and change agent in operationalizing strategies that support professional practice and the delivery of safe, quality patient care. The successful candidate will ensure ongoing excellence in evidence-based care, research, program evaluation and teaching, while maximizing opportunities for interprofessional learning and fostering an innovative, accountable, supportive and outcome focused culture.
Responsibilities include:
Collaborates with the Professional Practice Department and other stakeholders to ensure that clinical practice is consistent with the vision, mission and values of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre and meets the standards of regulatory colleges
Contributes to building a culture of inclusivity, psychological safety, and support across the organization
Monitoring and evaluating the roles and responsibilities of direct reports to ensure team members provide education to support and deliver safe, quality patient care that aligns with organizational and regulatory college standards
Evaluates, optimizes, and supports onboarding and orientation processes of new clinicians
Evaluates, optimizes, and supports ongoing education programs provided and identifies further opportunities for educational options to our regional partners.
Ensures excellence in patient care and service delivery through continuous quality improvement processes that include planning, quality monitoring and risk avoidance
Ability to work effectively and demonstrates composure to meet multiple and competing deadlines.
Monitor and evaluate clinical outcomes and utilize data to support planning decisions as it relates to the provision of clinical services
Provide leadership in development, maintenance, and evaluation of a collaborative operational structure
Investigate, design, lead and evaluate innovative practice changes through the Clinical Nurse Educators and the Clinical Nurse Specialists
Participates in determining the strategic directions especially related to the nursing profession by participating in academic and professional activities within the organization and with our community and academic partners
Contributes positively to patient care through the application of evidence based practice. Leads Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Specialists to disseminate findings, promote critical thinking and implement evidence based practice
Assume responsibility for budgetary planning, monitoring, and controlling human and financial resources.
Assists with overall Professional Practice Department Planning
Collaborates with other managers, directors and staff to develop short and long term plans for units or programs
Participates on regional and Health Centre based committees, task forces and working groups applicable to area of practice
Education:
Current registered member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
Master’s level preparation in a health-related field or education is preferred.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in chosen specialty required.
Member of Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) required
Certificate or education related to leadership and development required
Certification or training in Project Management and/or Change Management preferred
Experience:
2-5 years progressive leadership required, preference in professional practice.
Experience leading and facilitating Corporate-Wide initiatives required (i.e.RNAO Best Practice Guidelines)
2-5 years’ experience in a Clinical Nurse Educator and/or Clinical Nurse Specialist related role preferred
Presenter and/or author of local, provincial or national publications and/or presentations preferred
Competencies:
Proven ability to develop and execute corporate-wide professional practice initiatives required
Demonstrates excellence in interpersonal communication, coaching, mentoring and team building skills that facilitate positive interactions among all members of the health care team required
Demonstrated experience with developing policies, procedures, and medical directives required
Demonstrates a clear understand of RHPA legislation and discipline specific standards of care
Demonstrated ability to evaluate clinical performance, mentor, support, assess clinical needs and plan appropriate educations strategies
Demonstrates commitment to collaborative practice
Experience in advancing best practices
Proven team player who fosters a positive work culture and values strong, collaborative relationships
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects
Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
Demonstrated performance management skills and knowledge of related regulatory standards
Demonstrated project and change management skills
Demonstrates behaviours consistent with RVH’s Values and the Strategic Plan
Other:
Computer literacy in word, excel, Meditech and other leader related tools (i.e. time card management and performance management software)
Satisfactory criminal reference screening prior to hire
Travel will be required for this role, focused on off site locations and support of offsite team members
President and Chief Executive Officer
Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance
The Hospitals in the rural communities of Listowel and Wingham in Southwestern Ontario have developed a strong alliance that serves northern Perth, northern Huron, and southern Bruce Counties. The two Hospital Corporations are separate but have a shared governance structure, an integrated management team and several shared clinical and administrative programs. Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) is a founding member of the Huron Perth and Area Ontario Health team. Building on its vision of “Enriching Life’s Journey Together”, LWHA is well positioned to continue to expand on the integrated health system through extensive linkages and partnerships with acute care, primary care with our Family Health Team (FHT), long-term care and other community-based health services.
With a long history of innovative and leading-edge health programs, complemented by advanced clinical informatics systems, diagnostic technologies and therapeutic services, LWHA offers an extensive range of ambulatory and inpatient programs. A teaching site of Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, LWHA offers many specialized clinics including cancer care and women’s health (including the Ontario Breast Screening Program). LWHA is highly integrated with adjacent family physician clinics and is the ongoing beneficiary of the incredible work of two Foundations. Finally, LWHA is geographically situated in a thriving rural community with close proximity to world-class universities and outstanding cultural and recreational resources.
LWHA seeks a visionary leader to serve as the President and CEO to work closely with the Board of Directors to provide leadership in shaping the organization’s vision, mission, and values. Amid a dynamic healthcare landscape, the President and CEO is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the strategic plan and operational management, aligning organizational goals with evolving patient needs, and ensuring the utmost quality, efficiency, and safety in the care of the people served by LWHA by managing risk, communication, financial sustainability, information systems, and human resources. Continuing the momentum of the successful integration between the two rural community hospitals, the President and CEO and Board of Directors must prioritize further collaboration among the two sites to guarantee the delivery of optimal health care and systems to the communities served. The President and CEO must foster effective, trusting, and fruitful relationships with internal staff and external constituencies. To advance the LWHA’s mission and vision, the President and CEO must continue to build a coalition of partnerships and networks that engage community healthcare providers and other hospitals and organizations, Ontario Health, the Ministry of Health, and other stakeholders.
With an extraordinary reputation and professional background, the ideal candidate has significant senior-level executive experience in healthcare leadership, notably spearheading transformative changes. The preferred candidate must possess a deep understanding of rural communities and health services, with a proven ability to forge community-based partnerships and bolster connections between acute care, primary care, long term care and other community health services. With exceptional business and political acumen and communication skills, the ideal candidate will uphold rigorous quality standards, develop and lead high-performing teams, and maintain positive relationships with regional health entities, senior health officials, elected representatives, staff and stakeholders at all levels. A Master’s Degree is desirable, and possessing a Certified Health Executive designation from the Canadian College of Health Service Executives would be advantageous.
To apply for this outstanding opportunity, please submit your application and related materials to Jim Stonehouse, Partner or Pamela Colquhoun, Partner via Kathy Luu, Senior Associate kluu@boyden.com .
Mar 15, 2024
Full time
President and Chief Executive Officer
Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance
The Hospitals in the rural communities of Listowel and Wingham in Southwestern Ontario have developed a strong alliance that serves northern Perth, northern Huron, and southern Bruce Counties. The two Hospital Corporations are separate but have a shared governance structure, an integrated management team and several shared clinical and administrative programs. Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) is a founding member of the Huron Perth and Area Ontario Health team. Building on its vision of “Enriching Life’s Journey Together”, LWHA is well positioned to continue to expand on the integrated health system through extensive linkages and partnerships with acute care, primary care with our Family Health Team (FHT), long-term care and other community-based health services.
With a long history of innovative and leading-edge health programs, complemented by advanced clinical informatics systems, diagnostic technologies and therapeutic services, LWHA offers an extensive range of ambulatory and inpatient programs. A teaching site of Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, LWHA offers many specialized clinics including cancer care and women’s health (including the Ontario Breast Screening Program). LWHA is highly integrated with adjacent family physician clinics and is the ongoing beneficiary of the incredible work of two Foundations. Finally, LWHA is geographically situated in a thriving rural community with close proximity to world-class universities and outstanding cultural and recreational resources.
LWHA seeks a visionary leader to serve as the President and CEO to work closely with the Board of Directors to provide leadership in shaping the organization’s vision, mission, and values. Amid a dynamic healthcare landscape, the President and CEO is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the strategic plan and operational management, aligning organizational goals with evolving patient needs, and ensuring the utmost quality, efficiency, and safety in the care of the people served by LWHA by managing risk, communication, financial sustainability, information systems, and human resources. Continuing the momentum of the successful integration between the two rural community hospitals, the President and CEO and Board of Directors must prioritize further collaboration among the two sites to guarantee the delivery of optimal health care and systems to the communities served. The President and CEO must foster effective, trusting, and fruitful relationships with internal staff and external constituencies. To advance the LWHA’s mission and vision, the President and CEO must continue to build a coalition of partnerships and networks that engage community healthcare providers and other hospitals and organizations, Ontario Health, the Ministry of Health, and other stakeholders.
With an extraordinary reputation and professional background, the ideal candidate has significant senior-level executive experience in healthcare leadership, notably spearheading transformative changes. The preferred candidate must possess a deep understanding of rural communities and health services, with a proven ability to forge community-based partnerships and bolster connections between acute care, primary care, long term care and other community health services. With exceptional business and political acumen and communication skills, the ideal candidate will uphold rigorous quality standards, develop and lead high-performing teams, and maintain positive relationships with regional health entities, senior health officials, elected representatives, staff and stakeholders at all levels. A Master’s Degree is desirable, and possessing a Certified Health Executive designation from the Canadian College of Health Service Executives would be advantageous.
To apply for this outstanding opportunity, please submit your application and related materials to Jim Stonehouse, Partner or Pamela Colquhoun, Partner via Kathy Luu, Senior Associate kluu@boyden.com .
Canadian Agency For Drugs And Technologies In Health (CADTH)
Ontario
Status: Full time, indefinite
Location: Ottawa, Ontario or Toronto, Ontario (hybrid)
Closing date: March 21, 2024
Salary range: $126,000 to $158,000 per year
CADTH is Canada’s drug and health technology agency. We’re a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa, with a satellite office in Toronto. We’re funded by Canada’s federal, provincial, and territorial governments, with the exception of Quebec, to provide independent information and advice to the country’s publicly funded health care systems. Health administrators and policy experts rely on CADTH to inform their decisions about the funding and appropriate use of the drugs, devices, and services used to prevent, diagnose, and treat medical conditions.
CADTH is proud to be a 2024 National Capital Region Top Employer. This recognition celebrates CADTH’s dedication to fostering a workplace environment that nurtures growth, innovation, and inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA). It reaffirms our ongoing efforts to create an outstanding workplace where our employees thrive and feel valued.
Most CADTH employees participate in a hybrid workspace arrangement that allows for flexibility and enhanced work-life balance. CADTH believes in the positive impact of in-person collaboration and the importance of team building. CADTH gives added consideration to qualified candidates who live near its offices and can participate in a hybrid arrangement. Those applying to CADTH must be located in Ontario, except in exceptional circumstances where the employment position is deemed remote.
Primary Focus
The Director, Appropriate Use, will lead the advancement of an appropriate use strategy in partnership with other members of the organization. This will include strategy and framework development, assessments, relationship management, and evaluation.
The successful incumbent will build and oversee a new team that will engage with public members, patients, and system partners.
On any given day, the Director, Appropriate Use, will:
drive the development and delivery of an appropriate use strategy and plans to meet the needs of people living in Canada
oversee projects, initiatives, and programs, including the use of advisory mechanisms and appropriate technical input, when required
oversee the establishment and operations of a steering committee to provide advice on activities and projects
exercise well-honed project, change, risk, and relationship management skills to expedite decision-making and ensure alignment and synergy across teams
liaise with senior staff in other pan-Canadian organizations, federal and provincial decision-makers, clinical associations, or medical advisory panels and committees, researchers, and pharmaceutical industry representatives
represent the organization at local, regional, provincial, national, and international meetings
ensure effective reporting and communication to the organization’s leadership team
contribute to the development of the annual business plan and be responsible for the management and continuous monitoring of the annual operational plan and budget, including providing input for corporate performance measurement and evaluation efforts.
Is this the right role for you?
The Director, Appropriate Use, will be an experienced health care leader with a background in driving transformational change and building effective partnerships, as well as an unwavering commitment to quality.
The Director, Appropriate Use, will likely have:
progressive experience working in senior leadership roles that include pan-Canadian, national, or provincial health-related organizations, plus an MBA, MHA, MHSc, or MSc; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
experience with evaluation frameworks and an ability to translate assessments into actionable plans
proven experience working through others to effect change
experience in quality improvement and safety
a broad knowledge of audit and feedback, academic detailing, and other practice improvement supports
effective people leadership skills with an ability to mobilize and develop talent
excellent communication skills to deliver impactful messaging and tell stories through data visualizations
a keen interest in building from the ground up
the ability to balance focus with agility, with comfort navigating ambiguity
a focus on collaborative and inclusive planning.
What will set you apart?
A PhD or PharmD
Continued education or certifications in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Fluency in French
What’s in it for you?
At CADTH, you will find:
a team-focused, supportive, and inclusive work environment
a competitive compensation package, including participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) — 1 of Canada’s largest and most successful defined benefit pension plans
a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents, including health, dental, life, and travel insurance, a health spending account, and an employee assistance program
paid time off (including a minimum of 4 weeks' vacation, sick leave and life leave, a December holiday closure, and other leave options)
opportunities to work with and learn from highly specialized professionals
personal growth through professional development opportunities, corporate training, and support for continuing education
a friendly culture that supports community engagement
the opportunity to make a difference for people living in Canada and effect positive change.
To apply for this position, visit the Careers section of our website . Your résumé must clearly identify how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role. Applications for this opportunity may be used for future staffing vacancies. We thank you for your interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please visit our website regularly for new opportunities.
At CADTH, we actively celebrate, support, and flourish through our differences. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for building the future of health care. We demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility through continuous training, modelling inclusive behaviours, and proactively managing biases. We highly encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people of all places of origin and religions, people with disabilities, people who are neurodivergent, people who are Black or racialized, Indigenous people, women, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We also provide accommodations during all phases of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation or have any questions, please contact careers@cadth.ca . We will work with you to meet your needs.
Please note that, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to complete a confidential pre-employment background check, including criminal, employment, and educational verifications.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. CADTH regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.
Mar 13, 2024
Full time
Status: Full time, indefinite
Location: Ottawa, Ontario or Toronto, Ontario (hybrid)
Closing date: March 21, 2024
Salary range: $126,000 to $158,000 per year
CADTH is Canada’s drug and health technology agency. We’re a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa, with a satellite office in Toronto. We’re funded by Canada’s federal, provincial, and territorial governments, with the exception of Quebec, to provide independent information and advice to the country’s publicly funded health care systems. Health administrators and policy experts rely on CADTH to inform their decisions about the funding and appropriate use of the drugs, devices, and services used to prevent, diagnose, and treat medical conditions.
CADTH is proud to be a 2024 National Capital Region Top Employer. This recognition celebrates CADTH’s dedication to fostering a workplace environment that nurtures growth, innovation, and inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA). It reaffirms our ongoing efforts to create an outstanding workplace where our employees thrive and feel valued.
Most CADTH employees participate in a hybrid workspace arrangement that allows for flexibility and enhanced work-life balance. CADTH believes in the positive impact of in-person collaboration and the importance of team building. CADTH gives added consideration to qualified candidates who live near its offices and can participate in a hybrid arrangement. Those applying to CADTH must be located in Ontario, except in exceptional circumstances where the employment position is deemed remote.
Primary Focus
The Director, Appropriate Use, will lead the advancement of an appropriate use strategy in partnership with other members of the organization. This will include strategy and framework development, assessments, relationship management, and evaluation.
The successful incumbent will build and oversee a new team that will engage with public members, patients, and system partners.
On any given day, the Director, Appropriate Use, will:
drive the development and delivery of an appropriate use strategy and plans to meet the needs of people living in Canada
oversee projects, initiatives, and programs, including the use of advisory mechanisms and appropriate technical input, when required
oversee the establishment and operations of a steering committee to provide advice on activities and projects
exercise well-honed project, change, risk, and relationship management skills to expedite decision-making and ensure alignment and synergy across teams
liaise with senior staff in other pan-Canadian organizations, federal and provincial decision-makers, clinical associations, or medical advisory panels and committees, researchers, and pharmaceutical industry representatives
represent the organization at local, regional, provincial, national, and international meetings
ensure effective reporting and communication to the organization’s leadership team
contribute to the development of the annual business plan and be responsible for the management and continuous monitoring of the annual operational plan and budget, including providing input for corporate performance measurement and evaluation efforts.
Is this the right role for you?
The Director, Appropriate Use, will be an experienced health care leader with a background in driving transformational change and building effective partnerships, as well as an unwavering commitment to quality.
The Director, Appropriate Use, will likely have:
progressive experience working in senior leadership roles that include pan-Canadian, national, or provincial health-related organizations, plus an MBA, MHA, MHSc, or MSc; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
experience with evaluation frameworks and an ability to translate assessments into actionable plans
proven experience working through others to effect change
experience in quality improvement and safety
a broad knowledge of audit and feedback, academic detailing, and other practice improvement supports
effective people leadership skills with an ability to mobilize and develop talent
excellent communication skills to deliver impactful messaging and tell stories through data visualizations
a keen interest in building from the ground up
the ability to balance focus with agility, with comfort navigating ambiguity
a focus on collaborative and inclusive planning.
What will set you apart?
A PhD or PharmD
Continued education or certifications in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Fluency in French
What’s in it for you?
At CADTH, you will find:
a team-focused, supportive, and inclusive work environment
a competitive compensation package, including participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) — 1 of Canada’s largest and most successful defined benefit pension plans
a comprehensive benefits package for employees and dependents, including health, dental, life, and travel insurance, a health spending account, and an employee assistance program
paid time off (including a minimum of 4 weeks' vacation, sick leave and life leave, a December holiday closure, and other leave options)
opportunities to work with and learn from highly specialized professionals
personal growth through professional development opportunities, corporate training, and support for continuing education
a friendly culture that supports community engagement
the opportunity to make a difference for people living in Canada and effect positive change.
To apply for this position, visit the Careers section of our website . Your résumé must clearly identify how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role. Applications for this opportunity may be used for future staffing vacancies. We thank you for your interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please visit our website regularly for new opportunities.
At CADTH, we actively celebrate, support, and flourish through our differences. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for building the future of health care. We demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility through continuous training, modelling inclusive behaviours, and proactively managing biases. We highly encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people of all places of origin and religions, people with disabilities, people who are neurodivergent, people who are Black or racialized, Indigenous people, women, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We also provide accommodations during all phases of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation or have any questions, please contact careers@cadth.ca . We will work with you to meet your needs.
Please note that, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to complete a confidential pre-employment background check, including criminal, employment, and educational verifications.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. CADTH regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.
Regional Director, Digital Health Systems
(Virtual, with occasional on-site presence, as required)
Are you ready to lead a groundbreaking clinical transformation across the South East region? The six organizations in Brockville, Kingston, Lennox and Addington, Perth and Smiths Falls, and Quinte Region have embarked on a journey that is setting the foundation for clinical services transformation and proactive population health management. The Lumeo initiative is a step towards developing an outcomes-based system supported through regional health information management. Lumeo, which is derived from lumen, is the Latin word for light. Lumeo speaks to the unifying power of light and clarity that will improve outcomes for everyone providing or receiving care in Southeastern Ontario. The formal Lumeo team came together in October 2021 and will provide leadership for the implementation of the Regional Health Information System (RHIS) project across the six partner organizations. This implementation will mark the starting point for the digital enablement of massive health care transformation within the region.
The Position
Reporting to the Regional Vice President, Lumeo is seeking a visionary and dynamic Regional Director, Digital Health Systems to lead the implementation of the Lumeo operations strategy through the effective operation of the Regional Hospital Information System (RHIS) and associated third-party systems. This pivotal leadership role involves close collaboration with CIOs, Clinical Executives, and Directors across the partner organizations to ensure system-wide integration, operational efficiencies, and optimization efforts that directly impact patient care delivery across the South East Hospital Cluster. This role is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of healthcare in Southeastern Ontario, leaving a lasting impact on the communities served.
Key Leadership Initiatives for the new Regional Director, Digital Health Systems will be to:
Spearhead the execution of the Lumeo operations strategy, aligning operations with the Cluster’s vision of unified care standards across the region.
Manage day-to-day operations of the RHIS, focusing on integration, efficiency, and optimization to support effective patient care.
Foster collaboration with Technology Teams, Clinical Executives, and Directors, as well as third-party vendors like Oracle Cerner, for system support and integration.
Lead, recruit, and coach a dedicated team of clinical and technical professionals supporting RHIS operations.
Identify and manage risks, continuously seeking quality improvement and system enhancements.
Experience
The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a track record of operational excellence and strategic innovation in technology systems. The candidate will ideally have strong knowledge of clinical system operational needs including ancillary support services, hospital and health system clinical processes, and clinical systems/applications as well as strong knowledge of the System Development Lifecycle with the ability to advise on and guide the design, implementation, and sustainment of effective clinical processes and systems that enable hospital clinical strategic transformation and operational goals. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume to Judy Mandelman or Nancy Lismer at resumes@promeus.ca .
Lumeo and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers employment equity and diversity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.
Mar 11, 2024
Full time
Regional Director, Digital Health Systems
(Virtual, with occasional on-site presence, as required)
Are you ready to lead a groundbreaking clinical transformation across the South East region? The six organizations in Brockville, Kingston, Lennox and Addington, Perth and Smiths Falls, and Quinte Region have embarked on a journey that is setting the foundation for clinical services transformation and proactive population health management. The Lumeo initiative is a step towards developing an outcomes-based system supported through regional health information management. Lumeo, which is derived from lumen, is the Latin word for light. Lumeo speaks to the unifying power of light and clarity that will improve outcomes for everyone providing or receiving care in Southeastern Ontario. The formal Lumeo team came together in October 2021 and will provide leadership for the implementation of the Regional Health Information System (RHIS) project across the six partner organizations. This implementation will mark the starting point for the digital enablement of massive health care transformation within the region.
The Position
Reporting to the Regional Vice President, Lumeo is seeking a visionary and dynamic Regional Director, Digital Health Systems to lead the implementation of the Lumeo operations strategy through the effective operation of the Regional Hospital Information System (RHIS) and associated third-party systems. This pivotal leadership role involves close collaboration with CIOs, Clinical Executives, and Directors across the partner organizations to ensure system-wide integration, operational efficiencies, and optimization efforts that directly impact patient care delivery across the South East Hospital Cluster. This role is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of healthcare in Southeastern Ontario, leaving a lasting impact on the communities served.
Key Leadership Initiatives for the new Regional Director, Digital Health Systems will be to:
Spearhead the execution of the Lumeo operations strategy, aligning operations with the Cluster’s vision of unified care standards across the region.
Manage day-to-day operations of the RHIS, focusing on integration, efficiency, and optimization to support effective patient care.
Foster collaboration with Technology Teams, Clinical Executives, and Directors, as well as third-party vendors like Oracle Cerner, for system support and integration.
Lead, recruit, and coach a dedicated team of clinical and technical professionals supporting RHIS operations.
Identify and manage risks, continuously seeking quality improvement and system enhancements.
Experience
The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a track record of operational excellence and strategic innovation in technology systems. The candidate will ideally have strong knowledge of clinical system operational needs including ancillary support services, hospital and health system clinical processes, and clinical systems/applications as well as strong knowledge of the System Development Lifecycle with the ability to advise on and guide the design, implementation, and sustainment of effective clinical processes and systems that enable hospital clinical strategic transformation and operational goals. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume to Judy Mandelman or Nancy Lismer at resumes@promeus.ca .
Lumeo and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers employment equity and diversity in the workplace and communities served. We welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.
Come work as a Regional Leader, Stroke System Redesign with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Regional Leader, Regional Programs to support the Stroke System Redesign portfolio. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and lead transformative change, apply today to join our team!
As a Regional Leader, Stroke System Redesign with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing system-wide leadership in regional planning for the designated regional program(s) and related projects that will result in the enhanced quality of services, integration of services and clinical practice, improved patient/client satisfaction and cost-effective care for Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), Providence Health Care and partner organizations.
Be responsible for acting as the strategic liaison between key stakeholders across the continuum of care, leading others toward the achievement of provincial and VCH program goals through effectively communicating the organizational vision, coordinating resources, advancing priorities, and promoting collaboration and commitment.
Support work groups and committees and is the key point person for achieving integration of findings/recommendations. Primary contacts include Executive Sponsors, Regional Program leadership, Directors/Managers, Medical Staff, work group members, and committee members at all levels across the authority and in other partner organizations (e.g., other Health Authorities, the Ministry of Health and contract/affiliate agencies).
Provides supervision, leadership, guidance, and support to designated staff as required.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Public Health Administration or other relevant discipline.
Seven (7) to ten (10) years’ recent, related experience in progressively responsible positions in a large, complex acute care organization including demonstrated ability to manage large-scale project(s), or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge & Abilities
Proven skills as an effective manager in an interdisciplinary matrix reporting environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies and ability to coach team members on these skills.
Broad knowledge of clinical theory and practice within a client centred model of care.
Broad knowledge of health care disciplines and their role in their respective health care environments.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems efficiently and resourcefully.
Exceptional analytical skills and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated organizational, administrative, facilitation and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to communication effectively verbally and in writing with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to plan, budget and execute complex project(s) with stringent timelines.
Demonstrated ability to work with various word-processing, spreadsheet and database applications and to operate a computerized information software system.
Knowledge of and experience working with LEAN methodologies preferred.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Apr 24, 2024
Part time
Come work as a Regional Leader, Stroke System Redesign with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Regional Leader, Regional Programs to support the Stroke System Redesign portfolio. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and lead transformative change, apply today to join our team!
As a Regional Leader, Stroke System Redesign with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing system-wide leadership in regional planning for the designated regional program(s) and related projects that will result in the enhanced quality of services, integration of services and clinical practice, improved patient/client satisfaction and cost-effective care for Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH), Providence Health Care and partner organizations.
Be responsible for acting as the strategic liaison between key stakeholders across the continuum of care, leading others toward the achievement of provincial and VCH program goals through effectively communicating the organizational vision, coordinating resources, advancing priorities, and promoting collaboration and commitment.
Support work groups and committees and is the key point person for achieving integration of findings/recommendations. Primary contacts include Executive Sponsors, Regional Program leadership, Directors/Managers, Medical Staff, work group members, and committee members at all levels across the authority and in other partner organizations (e.g., other Health Authorities, the Ministry of Health and contract/affiliate agencies).
Provides supervision, leadership, guidance, and support to designated staff as required.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Public Health Administration or other relevant discipline.
Seven (7) to ten (10) years’ recent, related experience in progressively responsible positions in a large, complex acute care organization including demonstrated ability to manage large-scale project(s), or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge & Abilities
Proven skills as an effective manager in an interdisciplinary matrix reporting environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies and ability to coach team members on these skills.
Broad knowledge of clinical theory and practice within a client centred model of care.
Broad knowledge of health care disciplines and their role in their respective health care environments.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems efficiently and resourcefully.
Exceptional analytical skills and decision-making abilities.
Demonstrated organizational, administrative, facilitation and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to communication effectively verbally and in writing with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to plan, budget and execute complex project(s) with stringent timelines.
Demonstrated ability to work with various word-processing, spreadsheet and database applications and to operate a computerized information software system.
Knowledge of and experience working with LEAN methodologies preferred.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Come work as an Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Manager, Clinical Operations to join the Surgical Services Program Admin team. Apply today to join our team!
As a Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be reporting to the Director, the Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for providing clinical and operational leadership to a frontline clinical patient care department or health program that directly supervises, at a minimum, Nurses at the Level 4 or 5 classification/wage rate.
Be responsible for delivering services through multidisciplinary teams in an acute and/or community-based setting.
Provide leadership and direction for operations management, planning, implementation and evaluation of services and activities related to utilization and risk management, and quality improvement of the clinical program/department.
Play a critical role addressing the ongoing issues/needs of clients and their families and to ensure a smooth transition from the acute care environment to appropriate community health services.
Lead an inter-disciplinary team, works as a team player with colleagues and co-workers and in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve excellence in client and family centred care, education and research within a complex multi-site environment that extends to the community.
Work in alignement of VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Baccalaureate (Masters preferred) in a relevant clinical professional area
Seven (7) to ten (10) year's recent, related clinical and progressive leadership experience, including direct supervisory experience.
Current registration/membership with a recognized professional association.
Basic computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs and ability to utilize a computerized patient care information system required.
Knowledge & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop, manage and evaluate clinical programs considering client needs, service delivery interrelationships and service potential within a complex environment.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens
Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups
Demonstrated ability to understand available resources for program/department and keeps quality in the forefront of all resource utilization decisions; provides feedback and detailed analysis on budget variances, and makes recommendations for corrective action.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate, collaborate and negotiate for effective resolution of human resource issues.
Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative working relationships to support the professional practice and ongoing development of staff.
Demonstrated ability to promote development of clinical research opportunities to ensure evidence-based practice within an interdisciplinary team-based environment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Come work as an Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Manager, Clinical Operations to join the Surgical Services Program Admin team. Apply today to join our team!
As a Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be reporting to the Director, the Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for providing clinical and operational leadership to a frontline clinical patient care department or health program that directly supervises, at a minimum, Nurses at the Level 4 or 5 classification/wage rate.
Be responsible for delivering services through multidisciplinary teams in an acute and/or community-based setting.
Provide leadership and direction for operations management, planning, implementation and evaluation of services and activities related to utilization and risk management, and quality improvement of the clinical program/department.
Play a critical role addressing the ongoing issues/needs of clients and their families and to ensure a smooth transition from the acute care environment to appropriate community health services.
Lead an inter-disciplinary team, works as a team player with colleagues and co-workers and in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve excellence in client and family centred care, education and research within a complex multi-site environment that extends to the community.
Work in alignement of VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Baccalaureate (Masters preferred) in a relevant clinical professional area
Seven (7) to ten (10) year's recent, related clinical and progressive leadership experience, including direct supervisory experience.
Current registration/membership with a recognized professional association.
Basic computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs and ability to utilize a computerized patient care information system required.
Knowledge & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop, manage and evaluate clinical programs considering client needs, service delivery interrelationships and service potential within a complex environment.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens
Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups
Demonstrated ability to understand available resources for program/department and keeps quality in the forefront of all resource utilization decisions; provides feedback and detailed analysis on budget variances, and makes recommendations for corrective action.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate, collaborate and negotiate for effective resolution of human resource issues.
Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative working relationships to support the professional practice and ongoing development of staff.
Demonstrated ability to promote development of clinical research opportunities to ensure evidence-based practice within an interdisciplinary team-based environment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Come work as an Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Manager, Clinical Operations to join the Care Management Lead Therapy team. Apply today to join our team!
As a Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Report to the Director, the Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for providing clinical and operational leadership to a frontline clinical patient care department or health program that directly supervises, at a minimum, Nurses at the Level 4 or 5 classification/wage rate.
Be responsible for delivering services through multidisciplinary teams in an acute and/or community-based setting.
Provide leadership and direction for operations management, planning, implementation and evaluation of services and activities related to utilization and risk management, and quality improvement of the clinical program/department.
Play a critical role addressing the ongoing issues/needs of clients and their families and to ensure a smooth transition from the acute care environment to appropriate community health services.
Lead an inter-disciplinary team, works as a team player with colleagues and co-workers and in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve excellence in client and family centred care, education and research within a complex multi-site environment that extends to the community.
Work within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Baccalaureate (Masters preferred) in a relevant clinical professional area.
Seven (7) to ten (10) year's recent, related clinical and progressive leadership experience, including direct supervisory experience.
Current registration/membership with a recognized professional association. Basic computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs and ability to utilize a computerized patient care information system required.
Knowledge & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop, manage and evaluate clinical programs considering client needs, service delivery interrelationships and service potential within a complex environment.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens
Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups
Demonstrated ability to understand available resources for program/department and keeps quality in the forefront of all resource utilization decisions; provides feedback and detailed analysis on budget variances, and makes recommendations for corrective action.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate, collaborate and negotiate for effective resolution of human resource issues.
Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative working relationships to support the professional practice and ongoing development of staff.
Demonstrated ability to promote development of clinical research opportunities to ensure evidence-based practice within an interdisciplinary team-based environment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Come work as an Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Manager, Clinical Operations to join the Care Management Lead Therapy team. Apply today to join our team!
As a Manager, Clinical Operations with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Report to the Director, the Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for providing clinical and operational leadership to a frontline clinical patient care department or health program that directly supervises, at a minimum, Nurses at the Level 4 or 5 classification/wage rate.
Be responsible for delivering services through multidisciplinary teams in an acute and/or community-based setting.
Provide leadership and direction for operations management, planning, implementation and evaluation of services and activities related to utilization and risk management, and quality improvement of the clinical program/department.
Play a critical role addressing the ongoing issues/needs of clients and their families and to ensure a smooth transition from the acute care environment to appropriate community health services.
Lead an inter-disciplinary team, works as a team player with colleagues and co-workers and in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve excellence in client and family centred care, education and research within a complex multi-site environment that extends to the community.
Work within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Baccalaureate (Masters preferred) in a relevant clinical professional area.
Seven (7) to ten (10) year's recent, related clinical and progressive leadership experience, including direct supervisory experience.
Current registration/membership with a recognized professional association. Basic computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs and ability to utilize a computerized patient care information system required.
Knowledge & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop, manage and evaluate clinical programs considering client needs, service delivery interrelationships and service potential within a complex environment.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens
Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups
Demonstrated ability to understand available resources for program/department and keeps quality in the forefront of all resource utilization decisions; provides feedback and detailed analysis on budget variances, and makes recommendations for corrective action.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate, collaborate and negotiate for effective resolution of human resource issues.
Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative working relationships to support the professional practice and ongoing development of staff.
Demonstrated ability to promote development of clinical research opportunities to ensure evidence-based practice within an interdisciplinary team-based environment.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. • Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan • Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities • Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families • Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers • Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
POSITION TITLE: Clinical Excellence Consultant
DEPT/PROGRAM: Quality, Professional Practice and Patient Safety
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
POSTING DATE: February 28, 2024
HYBRID ELIGIBLE: Yes
JOB CLASS: MG008
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Non-Union
The Director, Quality, Professional Practice and Patient Safety is currently seeking two full-time Clinical Excellence Consultants. This position is pivotal in Waypoint's commitment to delivering exceptional care, enhancing professional practice, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. This role integrates advanced knowledge and a proven record in implementing and sustaining evidence-based practices in the clinical areas of Mental Health and Addictions/Geriatric Mental Health/Forensic Mental Health, combined with robust leadership skills. The incumbents will drive clinical excellence of care across hospital services by developing, implementing, and evaluating program changes to enhance care quality and accessibility. Together with the clinical managers, the incumbent will support interdisciplinary teams in providing evidence-based, patient-centered care, significantly enhance overall staff clinical performance, and ensure strict adherence to the standards of care established by their respective professional colleges.
Please Note: This position offers a hybrid work environment consisting of in-office and remote work. Office location is 500 Church St in Penetanguishene, ON. Seeking housing or accommodation? Ask about our Housing for Healthcare Program!
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Act as an expert and resource for clinical teams in the implementation and sustainability of evidence-based practices for patient population with complex care needs
Collaborates effectively with colleagues at all organizational levels to enhance patient safety and manage risks.
Works closely with program leadership to ensure the implementation of evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.
Assumes a leadership role within the program and interdisciplinary team to develop service delivery models, collaborating with program leadership to enhance the experiences of patients and their families.
Collaborates with clinical managers in assigned areas to ensure that their direct reports function within their discipline's full scope of practice and reinforcing professional practice standards
Collaborate with clinical managers to conduct investigation interviews concerning professional practice matters involving regulated staff; assist in drafting reports for submission to the relevant regulatory colleges
Works with other leadership team members to identify strategies for enhancing staff knowledge and skills in inter-professional teamwork and quality care provision.
Leads the Waypoint-wide implementation of priority quality/safety practice innovations and high-risk care planning standards.
Leads policy reviews and development processes, advises on evidence-based practices related to clinical policies, and contributes to relevant Waypoint committees.
Supports incident management with the Quality and Patient Safety Team through participation in quality of care reviews.
Disseminates knowledge to reduce the stigma associated with Mental Health, Substance Use, and Forensic Psychiatry.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse (General Class) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
A Master’s Degree in Nursing or Health Administration is a requirement, although other pertinent Master’s Degrees may also be considered.
A minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in mental health and/or addiction services within an acute care community hospital or tertiary hospital setting, including at least 2 years in an inpatient setting. Experience in a clinical leadership role is preferred.
Education or certification in continuous quality improvement is preferred. Education or certification in change management is preferred.
Possession of current CNA certification in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) is preferred
Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and manage competing priorities effectively
Capability to integrate research and evidence-based practice into clinical approaches Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Experience in adult education/curriculum development and delivery with aptitude in mentorship and coaching
Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills
You must meet the requirements of our COVID-19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption
HOW DO I APPLY? Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to http://www.waypointcentre.ca/i_want_to/join_your_team quoting WC24-69. Please note: this posting will remain open until filled. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.
Mar 07, 2024
Full time
POSITION TITLE: Clinical Excellence Consultant
DEPT/PROGRAM: Quality, Professional Practice and Patient Safety
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
POSTING DATE: February 28, 2024
HYBRID ELIGIBLE: Yes
JOB CLASS: MG008
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Non-Union
The Director, Quality, Professional Practice and Patient Safety is currently seeking two full-time Clinical Excellence Consultants. This position is pivotal in Waypoint's commitment to delivering exceptional care, enhancing professional practice, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. This role integrates advanced knowledge and a proven record in implementing and sustaining evidence-based practices in the clinical areas of Mental Health and Addictions/Geriatric Mental Health/Forensic Mental Health, combined with robust leadership skills. The incumbents will drive clinical excellence of care across hospital services by developing, implementing, and evaluating program changes to enhance care quality and accessibility. Together with the clinical managers, the incumbent will support interdisciplinary teams in providing evidence-based, patient-centered care, significantly enhance overall staff clinical performance, and ensure strict adherence to the standards of care established by their respective professional colleges.
Please Note: This position offers a hybrid work environment consisting of in-office and remote work. Office location is 500 Church St in Penetanguishene, ON. Seeking housing or accommodation? Ask about our Housing for Healthcare Program!
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Act as an expert and resource for clinical teams in the implementation and sustainability of evidence-based practices for patient population with complex care needs
Collaborates effectively with colleagues at all organizational levels to enhance patient safety and manage risks.
Works closely with program leadership to ensure the implementation of evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.
Assumes a leadership role within the program and interdisciplinary team to develop service delivery models, collaborating with program leadership to enhance the experiences of patients and their families.
Collaborates with clinical managers in assigned areas to ensure that their direct reports function within their discipline's full scope of practice and reinforcing professional practice standards
Collaborate with clinical managers to conduct investigation interviews concerning professional practice matters involving regulated staff; assist in drafting reports for submission to the relevant regulatory colleges
Works with other leadership team members to identify strategies for enhancing staff knowledge and skills in inter-professional teamwork and quality care provision.
Leads the Waypoint-wide implementation of priority quality/safety practice innovations and high-risk care planning standards.
Leads policy reviews and development processes, advises on evidence-based practices related to clinical policies, and contributes to relevant Waypoint committees.
Supports incident management with the Quality and Patient Safety Team through participation in quality of care reviews.
Disseminates knowledge to reduce the stigma associated with Mental Health, Substance Use, and Forensic Psychiatry.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse (General Class) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
A Master’s Degree in Nursing or Health Administration is a requirement, although other pertinent Master’s Degrees may also be considered.
A minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in mental health and/or addiction services within an acute care community hospital or tertiary hospital setting, including at least 2 years in an inpatient setting. Experience in a clinical leadership role is preferred.
Education or certification in continuous quality improvement is preferred. Education or certification in change management is preferred.
Possession of current CNA certification in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (CPMHN(c)) is preferred
Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and manage competing priorities effectively
Capability to integrate research and evidence-based practice into clinical approaches Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Experience in adult education/curriculum development and delivery with aptitude in mentorship and coaching
Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills
You must meet the requirements of our COVID-19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption
HOW DO I APPLY? Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to http://www.waypointcentre.ca/i_want_to/join_your_team quoting WC24-69. Please note: this posting will remain open until filled. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.