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.
Our client, Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), is located in Brantford on the picturesque Grand River Valley area. With 330 beds, 2,000 employees, 360 professional staff and 295 volunteers, and a $225M budget, BCHS provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to over 130,000 residents in the region.
BCHS is undergoing an exciting transformation and renewal focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered care and fostering a people-entered workplace culture. This journey will be guided by BCHS’s new strategic plan “Our Voice, Our Vision. This is our BCHS”.
BCHS provides acute care services and specialty programs for all of Brantford and Brant County boasting stable, state-of-the-art programs that ensure a high level of patient-focused care. With approximately 12,850 admissions, 9,630 surgical cases, 58,700 outpatient visits, 58,800 emergency care visits, and 20,000 urgent care visits annually, the transformation of healthcare service delivery across Brantford continues with plans for an Emergency Department redevelopment well underway and the recent approval to build a new hospital.
If you are an engaging and compassionate clinical Nursing leader who is a champion of clinical excellence and innovation in delivering high quality care, results oriented and fosters outstanding patient experiences, facilitates transformational care, builds high performing teams and establishes collaborative partnerships while playing a key strategic role in the redevelopment of a new hospital, and the implementation of a new Health Information System then, come join the BCHS Leadership team as the new Vice President, Clinical Services & Chief Nursing Executive.
Reporting to the new Chief Executive Officer, the new Vice President, Clinical Services & Chief Nursing Executive, will hold a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Health Administration or related degree. Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, or equivalent, is mandatory. Having your Certified Health Executive designation is an asset.
In addition, you will have over 10 years of progressive leadership experience, a solid track record for leading change initiatives, strong interpersonal communication skills and a reputation for fostering a safe culture for all staff and patients. Your leadership style is known as authentic, transformational, and visionary. You have significant Interprofessional and professional practice experience, as well as, a high degree of technological savvy and ready to foster the technology evolution at BCHS.
Please forward a CV and cover letter in confidence to: Marcy Saxe-Braithwaite, Email: msaxe-braithwaite@medfall.com
Apr 12, 2024
Full time
Our client, Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), is located in Brantford on the picturesque Grand River Valley area. With 330 beds, 2,000 employees, 360 professional staff and 295 volunteers, and a $225M budget, BCHS provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to over 130,000 residents in the region.
BCHS is undergoing an exciting transformation and renewal focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered care and fostering a people-entered workplace culture. This journey will be guided by BCHS’s new strategic plan “Our Voice, Our Vision. This is our BCHS”.
BCHS provides acute care services and specialty programs for all of Brantford and Brant County boasting stable, state-of-the-art programs that ensure a high level of patient-focused care. With approximately 12,850 admissions, 9,630 surgical cases, 58,700 outpatient visits, 58,800 emergency care visits, and 20,000 urgent care visits annually, the transformation of healthcare service delivery across Brantford continues with plans for an Emergency Department redevelopment well underway and the recent approval to build a new hospital.
If you are an engaging and compassionate clinical Nursing leader who is a champion of clinical excellence and innovation in delivering high quality care, results oriented and fosters outstanding patient experiences, facilitates transformational care, builds high performing teams and establishes collaborative partnerships while playing a key strategic role in the redevelopment of a new hospital, and the implementation of a new Health Information System then, come join the BCHS Leadership team as the new Vice President, Clinical Services & Chief Nursing Executive.
Reporting to the new Chief Executive Officer, the new Vice President, Clinical Services & Chief Nursing Executive, will hold a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Health Administration or related degree. Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, or equivalent, is mandatory. Having your Certified Health Executive designation is an asset.
In addition, you will have over 10 years of progressive leadership experience, a solid track record for leading change initiatives, strong interpersonal communication skills and a reputation for fostering a safe culture for all staff and patients. Your leadership style is known as authentic, transformational, and visionary. You have significant Interprofessional and professional practice experience, as well as, a high degree of technological savvy and ready to foster the technology evolution at BCHS.
Please forward a CV and cover letter in confidence to: Marcy Saxe-Braithwaite, Email: msaxe-braithwaite@medfall.com
Baycrest Hospital has an opportunity for a
CLINICAL MANAGER
Palliative & Complex Continuing Care
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (up to 6 months)
Shift Type: Days, no weekends (subject to change)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 70 Hours
Posting Number: 7748
Union: Non-Union
Date Posted: April 10, 2024
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director, Hospital Services, the Clinical Manager for Palliative and Complex Continuing Care is accountable for ensuring clinical and operational excellence in these areas. The Clinical Manager will be responsible for promoting a culture of patient and family centered care by developing and supporting high performance teams while ensuring quality patient care. In collaboration with the leadership team, the Clinical Manager will support the development and implementation of program planning and the evaluation of services to meet the needs of the specific patient populations. The Clinical Manager will have the opportunity to contribute to supporting new directions aligned with our vision, mission and values. Communication and collaboration with patients and their families, interprofessional team members and system partners are core expectations of this role. This is a great opportunity for someone to be part of, and learn from, a dynamic and supportive clinical team.
On-Call rotation is required within this management role.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supports the interprofessional team in the development of solutions/service delivery that provides exceptional patient/family care
Fosters the implementation of best practices, quality documentation practices and accountability models
Ensures an interprofessional approach to care, recognizing the unique contribution of each team member
Contributes to the organization and the program in the realization of Baycrest’s mission, vision, values and strategic plans
Develops and implements quality improvement processes, including metrics and performance indicators
Models a patient and family centered care approach, and responds effectively to and addresses issues identified by patients and family members in a timely fashion
Coaches, mentors, supports, and facilitates the creation and maintenance of an environment that fosters creativity, and professional judgment
Encourages staff initiative, accountability and critical thinking skills in resolving clinical issues
Provides point of care resources to ensure safe and effective patient care
Identifies trends, issues and challenges requiring change in practice patterns or processes
Works collaboratively with the leadership team and taking joint accountability for patient outcomes, financial/operational budgets and utilization targets and overall unit performance
Qualifications include but are not limited to:
Current membership in good standing with a Regulated Health Discipline Professional College in Ontario
Baccalaureate Degree with a Master’s Degree achieved or in progress, preferred
Current and valid Basic Cardiac Life Support (‘BCLS”) certification
Significant experience in the field of Palliative Care and/or Gerontology and Complex Continuing Care
Demonstrated financial management skills
Minimum 3 (three) years of progressive leadership, management and/or supervisory experience, preferably in a Hospital environment
Demonstrated effective and innovative leadership, critical thinking, problem solving and judgment skills
Knowledge and skill in program development, implementation and evaluation
Knowledge of and the ability to work effectively with Meditech, Safety Event Reporting System (‘SERS’) and other Hospital Information systems including Microsoft Office software applications
Previous management experience in a unionized environment and knowledge of collective agreements preferred
Additional Benefits:
6% Vacation
Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
24/7 Gym access for all employees
Employee Discounts
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online through the Baycrest intranet. Failure to include your resume may affect your candidacy for this position. All communication related to this job posting will be sent to the email address used to submit your application.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.
Please note that Baycrest has implemented mandatory vaccination for all employees. It is a condition of employment that new employees provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the start date of employment. This means that all new employees must have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to their start date. In addition, it is a condition of employment that all new hires obtain and submit proof of all booster vaccines as approved and recommended by Health Canada.
Apr 10, 2024
Temporary
Baycrest Hospital has an opportunity for a
CLINICAL MANAGER
Palliative & Complex Continuing Care
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (up to 6 months)
Shift Type: Days, no weekends (subject to change)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 70 Hours
Posting Number: 7748
Union: Non-Union
Date Posted: April 10, 2024
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director, Hospital Services, the Clinical Manager for Palliative and Complex Continuing Care is accountable for ensuring clinical and operational excellence in these areas. The Clinical Manager will be responsible for promoting a culture of patient and family centered care by developing and supporting high performance teams while ensuring quality patient care. In collaboration with the leadership team, the Clinical Manager will support the development and implementation of program planning and the evaluation of services to meet the needs of the specific patient populations. The Clinical Manager will have the opportunity to contribute to supporting new directions aligned with our vision, mission and values. Communication and collaboration with patients and their families, interprofessional team members and system partners are core expectations of this role. This is a great opportunity for someone to be part of, and learn from, a dynamic and supportive clinical team.
On-Call rotation is required within this management role.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supports the interprofessional team in the development of solutions/service delivery that provides exceptional patient/family care
Fosters the implementation of best practices, quality documentation practices and accountability models
Ensures an interprofessional approach to care, recognizing the unique contribution of each team member
Contributes to the organization and the program in the realization of Baycrest’s mission, vision, values and strategic plans
Develops and implements quality improvement processes, including metrics and performance indicators
Models a patient and family centered care approach, and responds effectively to and addresses issues identified by patients and family members in a timely fashion
Coaches, mentors, supports, and facilitates the creation and maintenance of an environment that fosters creativity, and professional judgment
Encourages staff initiative, accountability and critical thinking skills in resolving clinical issues
Provides point of care resources to ensure safe and effective patient care
Identifies trends, issues and challenges requiring change in practice patterns or processes
Works collaboratively with the leadership team and taking joint accountability for patient outcomes, financial/operational budgets and utilization targets and overall unit performance
Qualifications include but are not limited to:
Current membership in good standing with a Regulated Health Discipline Professional College in Ontario
Baccalaureate Degree with a Master’s Degree achieved or in progress, preferred
Current and valid Basic Cardiac Life Support (‘BCLS”) certification
Significant experience in the field of Palliative Care and/or Gerontology and Complex Continuing Care
Demonstrated financial management skills
Minimum 3 (three) years of progressive leadership, management and/or supervisory experience, preferably in a Hospital environment
Demonstrated effective and innovative leadership, critical thinking, problem solving and judgment skills
Knowledge and skill in program development, implementation and evaluation
Knowledge of and the ability to work effectively with Meditech, Safety Event Reporting System (‘SERS’) and other Hospital Information systems including Microsoft Office software applications
Previous management experience in a unionized environment and knowledge of collective agreements preferred
Additional Benefits:
6% Vacation
Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
24/7 Gym access for all employees
Employee Discounts
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online through the Baycrest intranet. Failure to include your resume may affect your candidacy for this position. All communication related to this job posting will be sent to the email address used to submit your application.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.
Please note that Baycrest has implemented mandatory vaccination for all employees. It is a condition of employment that new employees provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the start date of employment. This means that all new employees must have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to their start date. In addition, it is a condition of employment that all new hires obtain and submit proof of all booster vaccines as approved and recommended by Health Canada.
Position: Vice President, Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Department: Patient Care Services
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
Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Executive, the Vice President, Women’s and Children’s Hospital will be a member of the Hospital’s senior leadership team. This transformational leadership role will have accountability for the practice, quality and operations of the current Women’s and Children’s program while providing strategic leadership as the program evolves into the Women’s and Children’s hospital. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to engage with teams across THP, patients and families as well as community partners to build the strategic roadmap for the Women’s and Children’s Hospital and create an environment in which collaboration is valued to achieve the vision and goals of the future. The VP will be integral to determine the structure, team and processes to achieve the strategy, integration, and operational readiness for the opening of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital with the goal of embedding a philosophy of care that will influence care for women, children and their families across THP as part of the fabric of our operation.
Leadership Accountabilities
Visionary Change Leadership
Leadership to create the vision and multi-year strategy for the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, that includes:
A robust patient and family engagement plan.
A plan to advance research, innovation, and education in collaboration with the Institute for Better Health.
A plan to advance integrated care in collaboration with the Mississauga Ontario Health team.
A focus on developing modern, evidence based, models of care that support the highest quality of care for patients.
Clinical and Operational Excellence
In collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, provide effective acute care operational leadership of both people and financial resources.
Manage resource responsibility and accountability for the portfolio, contributing to the organization’s fiscal plan and goals.
Champion/advocate and create structures, teams, and processes that will assist the Hospital in achieving its clinical and operational goals.
Facilitate participation in quality improvement, research, new opportunities, and education, and the application of new models of service delivery.
Lead and build a learning health system by leveraging internal and external sources of data to drive innovation and continuous quality improvement.
Provide advice and guidance to senior leadership and the Board of Directors, as required.
Community Relationships and Partnerships
Build and sustain internal and external engagement approach to ensure that patients and families are co-creators of patient-centred care strategies.
Drive robust relationship and partnership development to support quality and seamless and integrated patient care.
Lead initiatives for new and innovative ways to build system partnerships that will benefit THP’s patients and their families.
People Leader and Culture Builder
Foster a culture of engagement, equity, inclusion, and transparency across the portfolio, leveraging diversity.
Actively support a culture that is highly committed to quality improvement and innovation through clinical leadership and role modeling activities, and the creation of an environment that supports and facilitates the pursuit of clinical excellence.
Empower teams to manage challenges through coaching and mentoring.
Encourage and create a learning environment that builds internal leadership capacity and supports process improvement.
Build and evolve a culture of performance and accountability to ensure the organization grows to meet and exceed patient care and safety standards.
The Leader We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will be an accomplished and respected health care leader, who thrives in a complex environment, with a proven ability to champion and lead the advancement of THP’s long-term strategic goals. The successful candidate will be a visionary with a passion for patients, people, and high-quality performance. You will be highly relational leader with experience in a similarly complex healthcare environment, along with a track record of leading patient engagement, system integration, and clinical transformation. In addition to having strong credentials, you will be an exceptional relationship developer with a history of working with high-performing teams and achieving results through excellence in execution.
Education/Professional Credentials
Post-secondary education in a related discipline, or equivalent level of advanced education combined with demonstrated executive experience.
Certification by the Canadian or American College of Health Service Executives is an asset.
Member of a regulated Health Profession is preferred.
Experience
A track record of successful clinical and operational leadership experience within a similarly complex healthcare environment.
Demonstrated experience in designing and developing approaches to effectively manage change and build capacity. Demonstrated ability to lead the change process by helping all members of the team see the necessity and value of change, anticipating and dealing effectively with resistance to change, and demonstrating personal commitment to change through actions and communication.
A track record of successful clinical service leadership, poise, and presence that inspires confidence and credibility with Senior Leadership, Directors, front line nurses, medical staff, regulated health professionals, and other internal and external community partners.
Demonstrated success in working with a wide range of partners. Has worked with various constituents, individuals, and teams to build consensus and support for change initiatives to achieve corporate, program, and community goals.
Exhibits broad knowledge of the changing healthcare environment and awareness of current trends, and best practices in health service delivery.
Proven effective leadership of diverse teams and leveraging of diversity.
Well-developed business acumen (strategic planning, budget and resource management, analytics, performance management).
A proven track record of gaining and sustaining credibility and trust with senior decision-makers, leaders, peers, teams, and the community.
Exceptional communications ability and presentation skills.
A strong ability to link strategic direction with business strategies, using a system thinking approach
Superior analytical, problem solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
A personal commitment to and track record of championing inclusion and equity.
A track record of driving a positive staff and professional staff experience.
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: Vice President, Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Department: Patient Care Services
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
Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Executive, the Vice President, Women’s and Children’s Hospital will be a member of the Hospital’s senior leadership team. This transformational leadership role will have accountability for the practice, quality and operations of the current Women’s and Children’s program while providing strategic leadership as the program evolves into the Women’s and Children’s hospital. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to engage with teams across THP, patients and families as well as community partners to build the strategic roadmap for the Women’s and Children’s Hospital and create an environment in which collaboration is valued to achieve the vision and goals of the future. The VP will be integral to determine the structure, team and processes to achieve the strategy, integration, and operational readiness for the opening of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital with the goal of embedding a philosophy of care that will influence care for women, children and their families across THP as part of the fabric of our operation.
Leadership Accountabilities
Visionary Change Leadership
Leadership to create the vision and multi-year strategy for the Women’s and Children’s Hospital, that includes:
A robust patient and family engagement plan.
A plan to advance research, innovation, and education in collaboration with the Institute for Better Health.
A plan to advance integrated care in collaboration with the Mississauga Ontario Health team.
A focus on developing modern, evidence based, models of care that support the highest quality of care for patients.
Clinical and Operational Excellence
In collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, provide effective acute care operational leadership of both people and financial resources.
Manage resource responsibility and accountability for the portfolio, contributing to the organization’s fiscal plan and goals.
Champion/advocate and create structures, teams, and processes that will assist the Hospital in achieving its clinical and operational goals.
Facilitate participation in quality improvement, research, new opportunities, and education, and the application of new models of service delivery.
Lead and build a learning health system by leveraging internal and external sources of data to drive innovation and continuous quality improvement.
Provide advice and guidance to senior leadership and the Board of Directors, as required.
Community Relationships and Partnerships
Build and sustain internal and external engagement approach to ensure that patients and families are co-creators of patient-centred care strategies.
Drive robust relationship and partnership development to support quality and seamless and integrated patient care.
Lead initiatives for new and innovative ways to build system partnerships that will benefit THP’s patients and their families.
People Leader and Culture Builder
Foster a culture of engagement, equity, inclusion, and transparency across the portfolio, leveraging diversity.
Actively support a culture that is highly committed to quality improvement and innovation through clinical leadership and role modeling activities, and the creation of an environment that supports and facilitates the pursuit of clinical excellence.
Empower teams to manage challenges through coaching and mentoring.
Encourage and create a learning environment that builds internal leadership capacity and supports process improvement.
Build and evolve a culture of performance and accountability to ensure the organization grows to meet and exceed patient care and safety standards.
The Leader We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will be an accomplished and respected health care leader, who thrives in a complex environment, with a proven ability to champion and lead the advancement of THP’s long-term strategic goals. The successful candidate will be a visionary with a passion for patients, people, and high-quality performance. You will be highly relational leader with experience in a similarly complex healthcare environment, along with a track record of leading patient engagement, system integration, and clinical transformation. In addition to having strong credentials, you will be an exceptional relationship developer with a history of working with high-performing teams and achieving results through excellence in execution.
Education/Professional Credentials
Post-secondary education in a related discipline, or equivalent level of advanced education combined with demonstrated executive experience.
Certification by the Canadian or American College of Health Service Executives is an asset.
Member of a regulated Health Profession is preferred.
Experience
A track record of successful clinical and operational leadership experience within a similarly complex healthcare environment.
Demonstrated experience in designing and developing approaches to effectively manage change and build capacity. Demonstrated ability to lead the change process by helping all members of the team see the necessity and value of change, anticipating and dealing effectively with resistance to change, and demonstrating personal commitment to change through actions and communication.
A track record of successful clinical service leadership, poise, and presence that inspires confidence and credibility with Senior Leadership, Directors, front line nurses, medical staff, regulated health professionals, and other internal and external community partners.
Demonstrated success in working with a wide range of partners. Has worked with various constituents, individuals, and teams to build consensus and support for change initiatives to achieve corporate, program, and community goals.
Exhibits broad knowledge of the changing healthcare environment and awareness of current trends, and best practices in health service delivery.
Proven effective leadership of diverse teams and leveraging of diversity.
Well-developed business acumen (strategic planning, budget and resource management, analytics, performance management).
A proven track record of gaining and sustaining credibility and trust with senior decision-makers, leaders, peers, teams, and the community.
Exceptional communications ability and presentation skills.
A strong ability to link strategic direction with business strategies, using a system thinking approach
Superior analytical, problem solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
A personal commitment to and track record of championing inclusion and equity.
A track record of driving a positive staff and professional staff experience.
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.
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.
Trillium Health Partners (THP) is the largest academically affiliated community-based hospital network in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, and the Queensway Health Centre, THP serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities. THP is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. In conjunction with its research institute, The Institute for Better Health, THP is committed to meaningful advancement of health systems, both within and beyond the walls of the hospital, and to population health research and innovation using a lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion. With an annual operating budget of approximately $1.4 billion, THP currently operates 1 397 budgeted beds, employs 10 867 staff and has granted privileges to 1 430 professional staff (physicians, midwives, dentists).
THP’s mission is to create a new kind of health care for a healthier community . Guided by its values of compassion, excellence, and courage, THP’s strategic plan envisions a new approach to health - as a learning health system, working in partnerships to improve the health of the population in the community and create an inter-connected system that is organized around the patient throughout the continuum of care, by maintaining quality, access, and sustainability throughout the entirety of the organization.
A major health infrastructure renewal plan that responds to the community’s future needs is in progress. These long-term redevelopment projects, known as Trillium HealthWorks , include the new Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital, which will replace and expand the existing 62-year-old facility and will add more than 600 beds across the organization, making THP the largest hospital in Canada.
The Position
As a visionary leader, the Chief and Medical Director will drive thought leadership and innovation within the Surgery Program, positioning the Program as a leader in surgical care, education, and research. This involves integrating the best available evidence into all aspects of surgical care, championing continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. The Chief will engage with a range of stakeholders and partners to identify emerging trends and strategic opportunities for growth and development, ensuring the Program remains at the forefront of advancements in surgical practice, capacity management and surgical education. In addition, the Chief will play a pivotal role in optimizing operational efficiencies and resource management, including optimal alignment with current and future funding models within the Surgery Program by implementing innovative solutions to manage case volumes and address ongoing capacity challenges, increased service demands, and meeting provincial wait time targets.
Key leadership priorities for the Chief and Medical Director, Surgical Program will be to:
In collaboration with the Program and THP Leadership teams, develop and implement a vision and strategy for the Surgery Program that enhances team culture, fosters open communication, supports inter-professional models of care and advances surgical care innovations.
Advance a culture that embraces THP’s commitment to health equity as well equity, diversity and inclusion in its broadest terms, supports academic and research endeavors, strategic partnerships and active community engagement.
Identify, develop, and implement key program initiatives that maximize quality, advance transformative care, and adopt best practices across the continuum of the patient journey.
Lead efforts in clinical care planning and the renewal of infrastructure to support the delivery of cutting-edge care.
Partner with technological and system innovators to leverage digital solutions that optimize surgical workflows and patient outcomes.
Provide insights and maximize collaboration with health partners to maximize opportunities for the Surgery Program presented through the development of Trillium HealthWorks.
Forge and maintain strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that the Surgery Program operates within a network of excellence that spans beyond the hospital.
Partner and build relationships with internal and external providers, clinicians, teams, stakeholders, and leaders to ensure optimal team performance and the provision of the highest quality and safest care to patients and families.
Advocate for the necessary resources including funding, technology, and human capital to remove barriers to efficient and effective patient care, aligning with the program’s optimizing surgical capacity and enhancing specialty programs.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an accomplished clinician and teacher with a proven track record of fostering academic excellence and leading innovations in systems of surgical care. They are a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in a Surgical Specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or other certification that is deemed to be equivalent. The successful candidate must hold or be eligible to hold an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Nancy Lismer, at resumes@promeus.ca .
Note 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 03, 2024
Full time
Trillium Health Partners (THP) is the largest academically affiliated community-based hospital network in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, and the Queensway Health Centre, THP serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities. THP is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. In conjunction with its research institute, The Institute for Better Health, THP is committed to meaningful advancement of health systems, both within and beyond the walls of the hospital, and to population health research and innovation using a lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion. With an annual operating budget of approximately $1.4 billion, THP currently operates 1 397 budgeted beds, employs 10 867 staff and has granted privileges to 1 430 professional staff (physicians, midwives, dentists).
THP’s mission is to create a new kind of health care for a healthier community . Guided by its values of compassion, excellence, and courage, THP’s strategic plan envisions a new approach to health - as a learning health system, working in partnerships to improve the health of the population in the community and create an inter-connected system that is organized around the patient throughout the continuum of care, by maintaining quality, access, and sustainability throughout the entirety of the organization.
A major health infrastructure renewal plan that responds to the community’s future needs is in progress. These long-term redevelopment projects, known as Trillium HealthWorks , include the new Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital, which will replace and expand the existing 62-year-old facility and will add more than 600 beds across the organization, making THP the largest hospital in Canada.
The Position
As a visionary leader, the Chief and Medical Director will drive thought leadership and innovation within the Surgery Program, positioning the Program as a leader in surgical care, education, and research. This involves integrating the best available evidence into all aspects of surgical care, championing continuous improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. The Chief will engage with a range of stakeholders and partners to identify emerging trends and strategic opportunities for growth and development, ensuring the Program remains at the forefront of advancements in surgical practice, capacity management and surgical education. In addition, the Chief will play a pivotal role in optimizing operational efficiencies and resource management, including optimal alignment with current and future funding models within the Surgery Program by implementing innovative solutions to manage case volumes and address ongoing capacity challenges, increased service demands, and meeting provincial wait time targets.
Key leadership priorities for the Chief and Medical Director, Surgical Program will be to:
In collaboration with the Program and THP Leadership teams, develop and implement a vision and strategy for the Surgery Program that enhances team culture, fosters open communication, supports inter-professional models of care and advances surgical care innovations.
Advance a culture that embraces THP’s commitment to health equity as well equity, diversity and inclusion in its broadest terms, supports academic and research endeavors, strategic partnerships and active community engagement.
Identify, develop, and implement key program initiatives that maximize quality, advance transformative care, and adopt best practices across the continuum of the patient journey.
Lead efforts in clinical care planning and the renewal of infrastructure to support the delivery of cutting-edge care.
Partner with technological and system innovators to leverage digital solutions that optimize surgical workflows and patient outcomes.
Provide insights and maximize collaboration with health partners to maximize opportunities for the Surgery Program presented through the development of Trillium HealthWorks.
Forge and maintain strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that the Surgery Program operates within a network of excellence that spans beyond the hospital.
Partner and build relationships with internal and external providers, clinicians, teams, stakeholders, and leaders to ensure optimal team performance and the provision of the highest quality and safest care to patients and families.
Advocate for the necessary resources including funding, technology, and human capital to remove barriers to efficient and effective patient care, aligning with the program’s optimizing surgical capacity and enhancing specialty programs.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an accomplished clinician and teacher with a proven track record of fostering academic excellence and leading innovations in systems of surgical care. They are a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in a Surgical Specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or other certification that is deemed to be equivalent. The successful candidate must hold or be eligible to hold an academic appointment at the University of Toronto. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Nancy Lismer, at resumes@promeus.ca .
Note 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.
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Location: Toronto, ON
Director of Operations, Tory Trauma Program
From our beginnings as a hospital for Canadian veterans, Sunnybrook has flourished into a fully affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto, evolving to meet the needs of the Province and our growing community. Today, with 1.3 million patient visits each year, Sunnybrook has established itself across multiple campuses and is home to Canada's first and largest trauma centre. Sunnybrook's groundbreaking research changes the way patients are treated around the world. Our over 200 scientists and clinician-scientists conduct more than $100 million of breakthrough research each year. Tomorrow, we will discover ways to treat the untreatable.
As the Director of Operations, Tory Trauma Program , you will be leading Canada’s first and largest regional Trauma Centre. The Trauma Program at Sunnybrook provides highly specialized care to severely injured adults with serious life or limb-threatening conditions where time is critical. The Tory Trauma Program cares for over 1600 trauma patients per year and has achieved some of the best patient outcomes in Canada.
This program encompasses services related to Trauma, Critical Care, Burn, Neurosurgical, and Plastic surgical care. We have one of the largest critical care services in the province caring for critically ill populations short of solid organ transplantation. The Trauma Program has an annual budget of over $50M, this includes operational oversight for 5 critical care units and 2 inpatient units.
Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing and Health Professions Executive, the successful candidate must have extensive experience in strategic and operational planning; performance and quality management. Ideally, the candidate should have developed these skills in the context of a large academic health sciences centre. A critical success factor is the ability to build strong teams and be a strategic and operational partner to the Program Chief.
This role works in collaboration with respective Medical Directors, Senior Leadership, Directors, Managers, interprofessional teams, patients and their families. The role responsibilities include clinical and financial administration, program planning, and providing representation at regional and provincial fora relevant to Program activity. The Operations Director will have over 10 direct reports, including several Patient Care Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, Clinical Educators and a Nurse Practitioner.
The successful candidate will:
Demonstrate leadership consistent with our mission, vision and values
Lead the Program to identify resource needs, create care delivery processes and systems to achieve the highest quality care
Contribute to the Hospital’s strategic planning process by identifying priorities and implement program changes
Develop the Program budget consistent with effective utilization of resources in accordance with the Program and Hospital operating plan
Provide leadership on hospital-wide activities such as Accreditation
Represent the Program on Committees as required
Demonstrate innovative approaches to care delivery, acknowledging our critical role in the Ontario healthcare system
Collaborate with internal and external partners to achieve organizational goals and objectives
Qualifications & Skills:
Clinical or health administration master’s degree
A minimum of 5-10 years of formal leadership/management experience (preferably at the Director level)
Experience leading programs or managing units within a complex health care setting
Demonstrated ability to be flexible and agile while efficiently supporting the organization during periods of change and shifts in strategic goals and objectives
Experience in building and leading effective teams to conduct various project work such as process improvement
Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication/presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and supportively across programs and departments and with diverse interprofessional teams
Demonstrated skills in problem-solving and conflict resolution
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement action plans that achieve organizational goals and objectives
Demonstrated excellence in thinking broadly and strategically when identifying the needs of the program and organization and creating an action plan to address those needs
Possessing a strong understanding and perspective of the Health Care Industry including having knowledge and insight into various trends, events and changes happening in the industry
For additional information and to submit your application, please contact Kathy Luu, Senior Associate and Pamela Colquhoun, Partner at kluu@boyden.com.
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Apr 01, 2024
Full time
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Location: Toronto, ON
Director of Operations, Tory Trauma Program
From our beginnings as a hospital for Canadian veterans, Sunnybrook has flourished into a fully affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto, evolving to meet the needs of the Province and our growing community. Today, with 1.3 million patient visits each year, Sunnybrook has established itself across multiple campuses and is home to Canada's first and largest trauma centre. Sunnybrook's groundbreaking research changes the way patients are treated around the world. Our over 200 scientists and clinician-scientists conduct more than $100 million of breakthrough research each year. Tomorrow, we will discover ways to treat the untreatable.
As the Director of Operations, Tory Trauma Program , you will be leading Canada’s first and largest regional Trauma Centre. The Trauma Program at Sunnybrook provides highly specialized care to severely injured adults with serious life or limb-threatening conditions where time is critical. The Tory Trauma Program cares for over 1600 trauma patients per year and has achieved some of the best patient outcomes in Canada.
This program encompasses services related to Trauma, Critical Care, Burn, Neurosurgical, and Plastic surgical care. We have one of the largest critical care services in the province caring for critically ill populations short of solid organ transplantation. The Trauma Program has an annual budget of over $50M, this includes operational oversight for 5 critical care units and 2 inpatient units.
Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing and Health Professions Executive, the successful candidate must have extensive experience in strategic and operational planning; performance and quality management. Ideally, the candidate should have developed these skills in the context of a large academic health sciences centre. A critical success factor is the ability to build strong teams and be a strategic and operational partner to the Program Chief.
This role works in collaboration with respective Medical Directors, Senior Leadership, Directors, Managers, interprofessional teams, patients and their families. The role responsibilities include clinical and financial administration, program planning, and providing representation at regional and provincial fora relevant to Program activity. The Operations Director will have over 10 direct reports, including several Patient Care Managers, Advanced Practice Nurses, Clinical Educators and a Nurse Practitioner.
The successful candidate will:
Demonstrate leadership consistent with our mission, vision and values
Lead the Program to identify resource needs, create care delivery processes and systems to achieve the highest quality care
Contribute to the Hospital’s strategic planning process by identifying priorities and implement program changes
Develop the Program budget consistent with effective utilization of resources in accordance with the Program and Hospital operating plan
Provide leadership on hospital-wide activities such as Accreditation
Represent the Program on Committees as required
Demonstrate innovative approaches to care delivery, acknowledging our critical role in the Ontario healthcare system
Collaborate with internal and external partners to achieve organizational goals and objectives
Qualifications & Skills:
Clinical or health administration master’s degree
A minimum of 5-10 years of formal leadership/management experience (preferably at the Director level)
Experience leading programs or managing units within a complex health care setting
Demonstrated ability to be flexible and agile while efficiently supporting the organization during periods of change and shifts in strategic goals and objectives
Experience in building and leading effective teams to conduct various project work such as process improvement
Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication/presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and supportively across programs and departments and with diverse interprofessional teams
Demonstrated skills in problem-solving and conflict resolution
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement action plans that achieve organizational goals and objectives
Demonstrated excellence in thinking broadly and strategically when identifying the needs of the program and organization and creating an action plan to address those needs
Possessing a strong understanding and perspective of the Health Care Industry including having knowledge and insight into various trends, events and changes happening in the industry
For additional information and to submit your application, please contact Kathy Luu, Senior Associate and Pamela Colquhoun, Partner at kluu@boyden.com.
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
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 .
Island Health provides health care and support services to more than 860,000 people on Vancouver Island, the islands in the Salish Sea, and mainland communities north of Powell River. With more than 27,000 staff and over 2,900 physician partners, 1,000 volunteers, and the dedicated support of foundations and auxiliaries, Island Health delivers a broad range of health services, including: public health services, primary health care, home and community care, mental health and addictions services, acute care in hospitals, and much more across a huge, geographically diverse region.
The Executive Medical Director Clinical Operations Nanaimo, Oceanside, Regional Patient Flow (EMD) plays a critical role in effectively integrating major components of a complex and comprehensive health system and ensuring seamless delivery of medical care across tertiary and community sites as well as regional programming. Reporting to the Vice-President, Medicine and Quality and Chief Medical Officer, and working in partnership with the Executive Director, the Executive Medical Director is jointly responsible for the overall leadership and direction for all clinical programs and services across the Nanaimo and Oceanside area and for the regional patient access and flow strategy. The EMD ensures optimal patient care and outcomes within the vision, mission and values of Island Health and is responsible for effective and client focused delivery of health and clinical services. This role provides leadership and support to the program teams, to effectively address issues that cross program and portfolio lines and is accountable for physician engagement and empowerment as well as culture building and physician accountability. This will all occur within the context of a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
The ideal candidate for the Executive Medical Director role will possess extensive leadership experience within a complex healthcare environment, with a strong track record of effectively integrating clinical programs and services. They will be a bold, decisive and courageous leader that will set accountabilities and mange against them, while also supporting and getting results for the medical staff. They will be relationship focused and have exceptional interpersonal skills and political acumen. They will demonstrate exceptional communication and collaboration skills, capable of working closely with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. A strategic thinker with a keen understanding of healthcare trends and challenges, the ideal candidate will hold an MD designation and be committed to promoting optimal patient care outcomes while upholding the organization's vision, mission, and values. They will also have a background in physician resource planning, research, and academic development, with the ability to foster key relationships with academic institutions and regulatory bodies.
To explore this opportunity further in confidence, please submit your resume and letter of interest to Sarah Shaikh sarah.shaikh@odgersberndtson.com or online to https://careers.odgersberndtson.com/en-ca/29458 .
Island Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Island Health throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form .
Mar 14, 2024
Full time
Island Health provides health care and support services to more than 860,000 people on Vancouver Island, the islands in the Salish Sea, and mainland communities north of Powell River. With more than 27,000 staff and over 2,900 physician partners, 1,000 volunteers, and the dedicated support of foundations and auxiliaries, Island Health delivers a broad range of health services, including: public health services, primary health care, home and community care, mental health and addictions services, acute care in hospitals, and much more across a huge, geographically diverse region.
The Executive Medical Director Clinical Operations Nanaimo, Oceanside, Regional Patient Flow (EMD) plays a critical role in effectively integrating major components of a complex and comprehensive health system and ensuring seamless delivery of medical care across tertiary and community sites as well as regional programming. Reporting to the Vice-President, Medicine and Quality and Chief Medical Officer, and working in partnership with the Executive Director, the Executive Medical Director is jointly responsible for the overall leadership and direction for all clinical programs and services across the Nanaimo and Oceanside area and for the regional patient access and flow strategy. The EMD ensures optimal patient care and outcomes within the vision, mission and values of Island Health and is responsible for effective and client focused delivery of health and clinical services. This role provides leadership and support to the program teams, to effectively address issues that cross program and portfolio lines and is accountable for physician engagement and empowerment as well as culture building and physician accountability. This will all occur within the context of a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.
The ideal candidate for the Executive Medical Director role will possess extensive leadership experience within a complex healthcare environment, with a strong track record of effectively integrating clinical programs and services. They will be a bold, decisive and courageous leader that will set accountabilities and mange against them, while also supporting and getting results for the medical staff. They will be relationship focused and have exceptional interpersonal skills and political acumen. They will demonstrate exceptional communication and collaboration skills, capable of working closely with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. A strategic thinker with a keen understanding of healthcare trends and challenges, the ideal candidate will hold an MD designation and be committed to promoting optimal patient care outcomes while upholding the organization's vision, mission, and values. They will also have a background in physician resource planning, research, and academic development, with the ability to foster key relationships with academic institutions and regulatory bodies.
To explore this opportunity further in confidence, please submit your resume and letter of interest to Sarah Shaikh sarah.shaikh@odgersberndtson.com or online to https://careers.odgersberndtson.com/en-ca/29458 .
Island Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Island Health throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers Berndtson is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form .
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.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services
2024-061
Choose Collingwood General & Marine Hospital:
Explore a role with Collingwood General & Marine Hospital (CGMH) and live your ideal lifestyle. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, you have the opportunity to enjoy the 4-season recreational community.
Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH) is an 84 bed hospital located in Collingwood, Ontario (approximately 90 minutes north of Toronto) that serves more than 74,000 permanent residents and 3.5 Million annual visitors to the communities of Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Clearview and the Blue Mountains. CGMH is an acute care hospital providing emergency care, diagnostic services including lab, imaging and cardio respiratory therapy, as well as two inpatient units (medicine and surgery). In addition, CGMH also provides care in specialty areas including obstetrics, orthopaedics, intensive care and surgery. The Hospital also provides out patient care including dialysis and a wide range of clinics including mental health and rehabilitation services. CGMH continues to provide care close to home for our community and plays a key role as an integrated orthopaedic centre for our region. For more information please visit our website at www.cgmh.on.ca and our Foundation website at www.cgmhf.com.
Corporate Culture:
At Collingwood General & Marine Hospital, we are anchored by our vision, mission and values and guided by our strategic directions. If you exhibit the core values of CGMH; Inclusive, Caring, Accountable, Respect, Excellence, Adaptable, Teamwork, we want you to join us in providing exceptional services to our patient and their families.
Current Immunization Record required, including two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, short of an approved exemption on a ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Benefits:
This position includes a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation and sick days, short and long term disability income protection plans, Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), Employee & Family Assistance Program and access to CGMH Perkopolis discounts.
Relocation support may be available for this opportunity. For more information, please speak with your recruitment representative when contacted for more information.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Vice President, People Services and Safety, the Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services works collaboratively with others to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate corporate and clinical risk management strategies in keeping with the mission, vision and values of the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH). In addition, the role works collaboratively with the Managers within the Support Services portfolio (including Environmental Services, Dietary, Maintenance and Plant Operations) to develop long term plans, define goals and objectives of the Support Services across CGMH.
The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services develops and oversees the implementation of all required elements of the hospital’s emergency response plan; leads corporate continuity of operations planning; provides support to the Emergency Operations Centre; conducts at least one annual Code Orange emergency exercise; ensures the ongoing education and training of self and staff; monitors compliance with CGMH policies related to emergency management; applies and complies with relevant legislation. The Director also engages community partners and stakeholders as required to meet the operational goals of the CGMH’s Emergency Preparedness Plan.
The role also participates in strategic planning and provides collaborative leadership and advice to others across the organization on issues related to Emergency Preparedness and Support Services. The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services participates in the development of the operating and capital budget plan for the areas of Emergency Preparedness and Support Services; recommends the allocation of resources for related programs and services and prepares business cases to support new initiatives and services.
The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services provides administrative leadership to the Support Services Leadership Team and manages performance to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. In addition, the Director provides day-to-day supervision and oversight of the Security Services team. The Director attends meetings and participates in committees relevant to Emergency Preparedness and CGMH Operations, and represents CGMH externally on Emergency Preparedness issues. The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services also oversees the management and reporting of data related to Incident Reports, plans, develops and delivers educational material for clinical staff and physicians related to emergency preparedness.
Qualifications:
Required
Post-Secondary degree in Emergency Management, or other relevant course.
Minimum of 5 years of practical and professional management/leadership experience, with emphasis in emergency management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge of the Incident Management System and/or Incident Command System; the management of an Emergency Operations Centre; Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment; and, Consequence Management Planning
Demonstrated knowledge and application of relevant legislation, including: Emergency Management & Civil Protection Act; Federal Emergency Management Act; Health Protection & Promotion Act; Fire Protection & Prevention Act; Oversight of Health Facilities and Devices Act; Environmental Assessment Act; Environmental Protection Act; Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act; Employment Standards Act; Public Hospitals Act; Ontarians with Disabilities Act; Human Rights Code; Occupational Health & Safety Act; Personal Health Information Protection Act.
Preferred
Certified or Associate Business Continuity Professional (CBCP/ABCP) considered an asset.
Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional (CHEP) considered an asset.
Certified or Associate Emergency Manager (CEM/AEM) considered an asset.
Community or Ministry Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC/MEMC) Certification considered an asset.
Skills
Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to form and defend independent judgements and to apply sound judgement in assessing difficult situations and taking initiative accordingly.
Ability to work effectively and demonstrate composure under pressure and in stressful situations, and to meet multiple and competing deadlines.
Strong ability to lead, organize, coach, facilitate, coordinate, problem solve, discipline, delegate, communicate well with, and manage conflict in a unionized environment with all employee groups.
Significant experience in the development of all-hazards and hazard-specific emergency response plans; and, business continuity and/or continuity of operations plans.
Experience in adult education development and delivery.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization.
Effective facilitation skills and the ability to motivate and influence leaders.
Advanced skills in planning, project management, change management and group process.
Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking and effective decision-making.
Ability to analyze and problem-solve complex issues towards effective solutions.
Ability to critically assess policy and procedures and affect change.
Ability to respond to changing priorities and unforeseen circumstances.
Ability to provide leadership, guidance and direction to staff and the leadership team.
Ability to effectively manage budget and staff resources.
Ability to organize, prioritize and balance work.
More Information:
Location: People & Safety
Employee Group : Non-Union
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Start Date: In line with next Hospital Orientation intake
Hours of Work: Please be reminded that as a Hospital, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work weekdays and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.
Wage: $118,699.31 - $151,493.74 annually
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.
Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that as part of the mandatory screening process CGMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
Collingwood General and Marine Hospital is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We encourage all qualified individuals who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply. If contacted regarding a competition, please advise Human Resources of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Mar 12, 2024
Full time
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services
2024-061
Choose Collingwood General & Marine Hospital:
Explore a role with Collingwood General & Marine Hospital (CGMH) and live your ideal lifestyle. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, you have the opportunity to enjoy the 4-season recreational community.
Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH) is an 84 bed hospital located in Collingwood, Ontario (approximately 90 minutes north of Toronto) that serves more than 74,000 permanent residents and 3.5 Million annual visitors to the communities of Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Clearview and the Blue Mountains. CGMH is an acute care hospital providing emergency care, diagnostic services including lab, imaging and cardio respiratory therapy, as well as two inpatient units (medicine and surgery). In addition, CGMH also provides care in specialty areas including obstetrics, orthopaedics, intensive care and surgery. The Hospital also provides out patient care including dialysis and a wide range of clinics including mental health and rehabilitation services. CGMH continues to provide care close to home for our community and plays a key role as an integrated orthopaedic centre for our region. For more information please visit our website at www.cgmh.on.ca and our Foundation website at www.cgmhf.com.
Corporate Culture:
At Collingwood General & Marine Hospital, we are anchored by our vision, mission and values and guided by our strategic directions. If you exhibit the core values of CGMH; Inclusive, Caring, Accountable, Respect, Excellence, Adaptable, Teamwork, we want you to join us in providing exceptional services to our patient and their families.
Current Immunization Record required, including two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, short of an approved exemption on a ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Benefits:
This position includes a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation and sick days, short and long term disability income protection plans, Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), Employee & Family Assistance Program and access to CGMH Perkopolis discounts.
Relocation support may be available for this opportunity. For more information, please speak with your recruitment representative when contacted for more information.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Vice President, People Services and Safety, the Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services works collaboratively with others to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate corporate and clinical risk management strategies in keeping with the mission, vision and values of the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (CGMH). In addition, the role works collaboratively with the Managers within the Support Services portfolio (including Environmental Services, Dietary, Maintenance and Plant Operations) to develop long term plans, define goals and objectives of the Support Services across CGMH.
The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services develops and oversees the implementation of all required elements of the hospital’s emergency response plan; leads corporate continuity of operations planning; provides support to the Emergency Operations Centre; conducts at least one annual Code Orange emergency exercise; ensures the ongoing education and training of self and staff; monitors compliance with CGMH policies related to emergency management; applies and complies with relevant legislation. The Director also engages community partners and stakeholders as required to meet the operational goals of the CGMH’s Emergency Preparedness Plan.
The role also participates in strategic planning and provides collaborative leadership and advice to others across the organization on issues related to Emergency Preparedness and Support Services. The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services participates in the development of the operating and capital budget plan for the areas of Emergency Preparedness and Support Services; recommends the allocation of resources for related programs and services and prepares business cases to support new initiatives and services.
The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services provides administrative leadership to the Support Services Leadership Team and manages performance to ensure effective and efficient service delivery. In addition, the Director provides day-to-day supervision and oversight of the Security Services team. The Director attends meetings and participates in committees relevant to Emergency Preparedness and CGMH Operations, and represents CGMH externally on Emergency Preparedness issues. The Director, Emergency Preparedness and Support Services also oversees the management and reporting of data related to Incident Reports, plans, develops and delivers educational material for clinical staff and physicians related to emergency preparedness.
Qualifications:
Required
Post-Secondary degree in Emergency Management, or other relevant course.
Minimum of 5 years of practical and professional management/leadership experience, with emphasis in emergency management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge of the Incident Management System and/or Incident Command System; the management of an Emergency Operations Centre; Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment; and, Consequence Management Planning
Demonstrated knowledge and application of relevant legislation, including: Emergency Management & Civil Protection Act; Federal Emergency Management Act; Health Protection & Promotion Act; Fire Protection & Prevention Act; Oversight of Health Facilities and Devices Act; Environmental Assessment Act; Environmental Protection Act; Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act; Employment Standards Act; Public Hospitals Act; Ontarians with Disabilities Act; Human Rights Code; Occupational Health & Safety Act; Personal Health Information Protection Act.
Preferred
Certified or Associate Business Continuity Professional (CBCP/ABCP) considered an asset.
Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional (CHEP) considered an asset.
Certified or Associate Emergency Manager (CEM/AEM) considered an asset.
Community or Ministry Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC/MEMC) Certification considered an asset.
Skills
Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to form and defend independent judgements and to apply sound judgement in assessing difficult situations and taking initiative accordingly.
Ability to work effectively and demonstrate composure under pressure and in stressful situations, and to meet multiple and competing deadlines.
Strong ability to lead, organize, coach, facilitate, coordinate, problem solve, discipline, delegate, communicate well with, and manage conflict in a unionized environment with all employee groups.
Significant experience in the development of all-hazards and hazard-specific emergency response plans; and, business continuity and/or continuity of operations plans.
Experience in adult education development and delivery.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization.
Effective facilitation skills and the ability to motivate and influence leaders.
Advanced skills in planning, project management, change management and group process.
Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking and effective decision-making.
Ability to analyze and problem-solve complex issues towards effective solutions.
Ability to critically assess policy and procedures and affect change.
Ability to respond to changing priorities and unforeseen circumstances.
Ability to provide leadership, guidance and direction to staff and the leadership team.
Ability to effectively manage budget and staff resources.
Ability to organize, prioritize and balance work.
More Information:
Location: People & Safety
Employee Group : Non-Union
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Start Date: In line with next Hospital Orientation intake
Hours of Work: Please be reminded that as a Hospital, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work weekdays and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.
Wage: $118,699.31 - $151,493.74 annually
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online before 11:59pm EST on the posting close date by submitting an updated copy of your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.
Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that as part of the mandatory screening process CGMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
Collingwood General and Marine Hospital is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We encourage all qualified individuals who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace to apply. If contacted regarding a competition, please advise Human Resources of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Manager, Laboratory #007-24
DEPARTMENT: LABORATORY SERVICES POSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUND UNION AFFILIATION: NON-UNION STATUS: FULL-TIME
*Posting will remain advertised until filled* Reporting to the Director, Laboratory Services, the Manager of Laboratory Services will oversee the quality management system, the development, management, evaluation and continuous improvement of quality patient care services within the areas of laboratory services across Brightshores Health Systems. The Manager is responsible to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Laboratory by maintaining accreditation and regulatory requirements and standards; fiscal responsibility for human resources and operational budgets and will work in consultation with the Director and plan for future applications and integration across the Corporation. The Manager provides effective leadership and fosters a positive and productive work team. The manager will support the priorities and initiatives that support the corporate strategic plan.
Qualifications / Skills / Abilities:
Required
Six (6) years of combined recent clinical experience in a core lab setting and progressive leadership responsibility with clinical technical experience in the relevant medical laboratory
Three (3) years management/leadership experience, preferably in a hospital laboratory setting
Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
CSMLS Certification
Advanced level knowledge in Chemistry, Hematology and Transfusion Medicine
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and application of IQMH and ACD regulatory requirements (e.g. CSA, OH&S, etc.)
Demonstrates evidence of maintaining clinical competence and continuing education
Demonstrates knowledge of quality management, continuous improvement, quality control, quality assurance and inventory control principles as applicable to hospital Laboratory operations
Demonstrates responsibility, accountability and decision making and sound financial management
Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability and decision making skills
Demonstrates leadership skills including teaching and coaching, conflict resolution and change management
Working knowledge of lab and hospital software systems
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication and team building skills and diplomacy
Ability to interact effectively with others within and outside of the organization (i.e. staff physicians, patients, suppliers, Ministry of Health, Pathologists, Occupational Health and Safety, CBS)
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Experience with large and small analyzers, dedicated analyzers and microscopes
Experience with Point of Care testing
Ability to handle exposures to infection, noise, odours, working interruptions and high pressure situations
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage projects
Experience in a unionized setting
Available for regular assignment of Hospital Administrator on-call responsibilities (assigned on a rotating basis to cover evenings and weekends)
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Preferred
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Degree or College
Graduate of a recognized Quality Management Program Advanced computer skills
Masters Degree which is health/business related
Canadian Healthcare Association Department Management Diploma or equivalent
How to Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources department by email at careers@brightshores.ca . Please quote competition number #007-24 on your application.
Thank you for your interest in employment at Brightshores Health System. We have many exciting opportunities available. Brightshores is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage Indigenous people, racialized persons / persons of colour, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2 to apply and self-identify. Please notify Human Resources of any accommodation needs you may have during the recruitment and selection process. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mar 12, 2024
Full time
Manager, Laboratory #007-24
DEPARTMENT: LABORATORY SERVICES POSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUND UNION AFFILIATION: NON-UNION STATUS: FULL-TIME
*Posting will remain advertised until filled* Reporting to the Director, Laboratory Services, the Manager of Laboratory Services will oversee the quality management system, the development, management, evaluation and continuous improvement of quality patient care services within the areas of laboratory services across Brightshores Health Systems. The Manager is responsible to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Laboratory by maintaining accreditation and regulatory requirements and standards; fiscal responsibility for human resources and operational budgets and will work in consultation with the Director and plan for future applications and integration across the Corporation. The Manager provides effective leadership and fosters a positive and productive work team. The manager will support the priorities and initiatives that support the corporate strategic plan.
Qualifications / Skills / Abilities:
Required
Six (6) years of combined recent clinical experience in a core lab setting and progressive leadership responsibility with clinical technical experience in the relevant medical laboratory
Three (3) years management/leadership experience, preferably in a hospital laboratory setting
Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
CSMLS Certification
Advanced level knowledge in Chemistry, Hematology and Transfusion Medicine
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and application of IQMH and ACD regulatory requirements (e.g. CSA, OH&S, etc.)
Demonstrates evidence of maintaining clinical competence and continuing education
Demonstrates knowledge of quality management, continuous improvement, quality control, quality assurance and inventory control principles as applicable to hospital Laboratory operations
Demonstrates responsibility, accountability and decision making and sound financial management
Demonstrates critical thinking, accountability and decision making skills
Demonstrates leadership skills including teaching and coaching, conflict resolution and change management
Working knowledge of lab and hospital software systems
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication and team building skills and diplomacy
Ability to interact effectively with others within and outside of the organization (i.e. staff physicians, patients, suppliers, Ministry of Health, Pathologists, Occupational Health and Safety, CBS)
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Experience with large and small analyzers, dedicated analyzers and microscopes
Experience with Point of Care testing
Ability to handle exposures to infection, noise, odours, working interruptions and high pressure situations
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage projects
Experience in a unionized setting
Available for regular assignment of Hospital Administrator on-call responsibilities (assigned on a rotating basis to cover evenings and weekends)
Recent satisfactory performance and attendance record
Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Preferred
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Degree or College
Graduate of a recognized Quality Management Program Advanced computer skills
Masters Degree which is health/business related
Canadian Healthcare Association Department Management Diploma or equivalent
How to Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources department by email at careers@brightshores.ca . Please quote competition number #007-24 on your application.
Thank you for your interest in employment at Brightshores Health System. We have many exciting opportunities available. Brightshores is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage Indigenous people, racialized persons / persons of colour, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2 to apply and self-identify. Please notify Human Resources of any accommodation needs you may have during the recruitment and selection process. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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 Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Mental Health & Substance Use team at 520 West 6th Avenue. Apply today to join our team!
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Mental Health Substance Use with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care.
Work within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care.
Provide expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives.
Continuously evaluate practice and contribute to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices.
Function as clinical leader in VC Mental Health & Substance Use and advances nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research.
Work closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters.
Provide leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others.
Work collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Mental Health Substance Use and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in Mental Health Substance Use or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) Mental Health Substance Use preferred.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. 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 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 17, 2024
Full time
Come work as a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Mental Health & Substance Use team at 520 West 6th Avenue. Apply today to join our team!
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Mental Health Substance Use with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care.
Work within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care.
Provide expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives.
Continuously evaluate practice and contribute to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices.
Function as clinical leader in VC Mental Health & Substance Use and advances nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research.
Work closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters.
Provide leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others.
Work collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Mental Health Substance Use and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in Mental Health Substance Use or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) Mental Health Substance Use preferred.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. 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 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 a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to support the Regional Assisted Dying Program. Apply today to join our team!
Reporting operationally to the Manager, Clinical Operations, and with professional accountability to the VCH Vice President Professional Practice, the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Assisted Dying Program, is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care. The CNS works within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care. Provides expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives. Continuously evaluates practice and contributes to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices. Functions as clinical leader in Assisted Dying Program and advances nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research. Works closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters. Provides leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others. Works collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels.
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and expert advice and care in the area of oncology, nursing clinical practice and advancing care through professional development, education, communication, innovation, consultation and research.
Be consistent with the policies, standards and objectives of VCH and the health service delivery area, maintains administrative responsibility and authority while participating in decision-making, goal setting, policy development and program planning designed for improving the quality of acute care services.
Be responsible for standards of practice, stays current with literature on nursing practice and promotes the advancement of a research, theory, and evidence-based autonomous practice of nursing.
Facilitate the provision of oncology services across the continuum of care collaborating with acute and cancer care partners through the support for, and participation in, quality and utilization improvement initiatives.
Provide leadership, expert consultation and navigation to clients and families/significant others as well as staff.
Work collaboratively with Directors, Physicians, Managers, nurses and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Assisted Dying Program and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in a related specialty or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) in Assisted Dying Programs preferred.
Knowledge of Federal legislation and Provincial safeguards related to MAiD essential.
Experience with complex care environments and 2 years experience as a CNS preferred.
Experience supporting quality initiatives, supporting research, and integrating evidence into practice is an asset.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. 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 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 17, 2024
Full time
Come work as a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to support the Regional Assisted Dying Program. Apply today to join our team!
Reporting operationally to the Manager, Clinical Operations, and with professional accountability to the VCH Vice President Professional Practice, the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Assisted Dying Program, is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care. The CNS works within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care. Provides expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives. Continuously evaluates practice and contributes to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices. Functions as clinical leader in Assisted Dying Program and advances nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research. Works closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters. Provides leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others. Works collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels.
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and expert advice and care in the area of oncology, nursing clinical practice and advancing care through professional development, education, communication, innovation, consultation and research.
Be consistent with the policies, standards and objectives of VCH and the health service delivery area, maintains administrative responsibility and authority while participating in decision-making, goal setting, policy development and program planning designed for improving the quality of acute care services.
Be responsible for standards of practice, stays current with literature on nursing practice and promotes the advancement of a research, theory, and evidence-based autonomous practice of nursing.
Facilitate the provision of oncology services across the continuum of care collaborating with acute and cancer care partners through the support for, and participation in, quality and utilization improvement initiatives.
Provide leadership, expert consultation and navigation to clients and families/significant others as well as staff.
Work collaboratively with Directors, Physicians, Managers, nurses and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Assisted Dying Program and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in a related specialty or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) in Assisted Dying Programs preferred.
Knowledge of Federal legislation and Provincial safeguards related to MAiD essential.
Experience with complex care environments and 2 years experience as a CNS preferred.
Experience supporting quality initiatives, supporting research, and integrating evidence into practice is an asset.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. 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 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 a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support the Intensive Care Unit at Vancouver General Hospital. This CNS role is a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team to develop and lead the way in program development for some focused specialized areas, clinical practice, processes, and research. Quality and metric development for reporting purposes will be required in this role, as well as developing key partnerships across all disciplines and programs.
Reporting operationally to the Director, Clinical Operations, and with professional accountability to the VCH Vice President Professional Practice, the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Intensive Care Unit, is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care. The CNS works within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care. Provides expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives. Continuously evaluates practice and contributes to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices. Functions as clinical leader in Intensive Care Unit and advances nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research. Works closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters. Provides leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others. Works collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels. Apply today to join our team!
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and expert advice and care in the area of oncology, nursing clinical practice and advancing care through professional development, education, communication, innovation, consultation and research.
Be consistent with the policies, standards and objectives of VCH and the health service delivery area, maintains administrative responsibility and authority while participating in decision-making, goal setting, policy development and program planning designed for improving the quality of acute care services.
Be responsible for standards of practice, stays current with literature on nursing practice and promotes the advancement of a research, theory, and evidence-based autonomous practice of nursing.
Facilitate the provision of oncology services across the continuum of care collaborating with acute and cancer care partners through the support for, and participation in, quality and utilization improvement initiatives.
Provide leadership, expert consultation and navigation to clients and families/significant others as well as staff.
Work collaboratively with Directors, Physicians, Managers, nurses and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Intensive Care Units and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in a related specialty or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) in Intensive Care Units preferred.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. 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 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 17, 2024
Full time
Come work as a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support the Intensive Care Unit at Vancouver General Hospital. This CNS role is a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team to develop and lead the way in program development for some focused specialized areas, clinical practice, processes, and research. Quality and metric development for reporting purposes will be required in this role, as well as developing key partnerships across all disciplines and programs.
Reporting operationally to the Director, Clinical Operations, and with professional accountability to the VCH Vice President Professional Practice, the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Intensive Care Unit, is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the delivery of nursing care and the formulation of organizational policies relevant to such care. The CNS works within the organization’s leadership framework to foster, facilitate and achieve the highest standards of service delivery and leads in the planning, development and implementation of clinical policies and programs designed for improving patient/client care. Provides expert advice and consultation in the areas of nursing, resource planning, program and health system improvement, research and professional development to support quality and utilization initiatives. Continuously evaluates practice and contributes to the ongoing organizational development of practice knowledge by evaluating research and developing frameworks and strategies to facilitate the implementation of best practices. Functions as clinical leader in Intensive Care Unit and advances nursing practice in the area of this specialty through the use of advanced practice and evidence based research. Works closely with Professional Practice leaders and acts as a liaison between various hospitals and/or community programs to facilitate integration of care across the continuum and reports on professional nursing practice matters. Provides leadership and expert consultation to team members and other health care staff, patients/clients and families/significant others. Works collaboratively with Program Managers, Medical Directors, Clinical Educators, Nurse Clinicians, staff nurses, and others members of the interdisciplinary team to pro-actively move nursing practice forward at the regional, provincial, and national levels. Apply today to join our team!
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:
Be responsible for providing leadership and expert advice and care in the area of oncology, nursing clinical practice and advancing care through professional development, education, communication, innovation, consultation and research.
Be consistent with the policies, standards and objectives of VCH and the health service delivery area, maintains administrative responsibility and authority while participating in decision-making, goal setting, policy development and program planning designed for improving the quality of acute care services.
Be responsible for standards of practice, stays current with literature on nursing practice and promotes the advancement of a research, theory, and evidence-based autonomous practice of nursing.
Facilitate the provision of oncology services across the continuum of care collaborating with acute and cancer care partners through the support for, and participation in, quality and utilization improvement initiatives.
Provide leadership, expert consultation and navigation to clients and families/significant others as well as staff.
Work collaboratively with Directors, Physicians, Managers, nurses and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Masters degree in Nursing; plus current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
A minimum of five (5) year’s recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in Intensive Care Units and in a progressive leadership role.
Canadian Nurses Association certification in a related specialty or membership in related provincial, national and/or international professional association(s) in Intensive Care Units preferred.
Knowledge & Abilities
Effectively collaborates to build relationships that promote the achievement of cooperative goals and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with trauma informed, cuturally safe approach to equity, diversity and indigenous culturally safety.
Professionally consults to enable the successful sharing of expertise with caregivers, patients/clients, families/significant others, other members of the public, and colleagues.
Proficiently provides and vigilantly evaluates education/orientation on complex advanced practices and abilities to ensure skills levels are acquired or maintained by team members to meet overall practice and care standards.
Utilizes expert acute clinical evaluation skills to assess needs of the patient/client and their families/significant others.
Skillfully, and in consultation with academic institutions and professional bodies, identifies/develops discipline specific standards for teaching and education.
Collaboratively leads in the identification, planning and implementation of ongoing activities to support research initiatives.
Effectively leads and directs staff by providing a work environment that fosters motivation and respectful relationships, and enables decision-making.
Exhibits advanced verbal, written, and technological communication and presentation skills when disseminating information/advice and/or promoting the use of research findings.
Applies knowledge of a wide range of cross-cultural and diversity issues within a health care environment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. 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 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.