Brian Jackson

  • Director
  • Nov 12, 2024
Full time

Personal Summary

As a seasoned executive with a distinguished career in healthcare leadership, I have spearheaded the strategic direction of major healthcare and non-profit divisions across international markets, with a particular recent focus on the Alberta region.

My tenure is marked by the successful implementation of trauma-informed care models that have significantly enhanced patient outcomes and organizational resilience. A passionate advocate for holistic health and mental wellness, I have fostered corporate cultures that are diverse and inclusive and deeply aligned with the core values of the divisions I have led. My expertise in navigating complex and ambiguous scenarios has been instrumental in maintaining operational excellence and driving innovation.

As a forward-thinking strategist, I have consistently championed responsible and inclusive growth initiatives, ensuring that business expansion is harmonized with ethical practices and community well-being. My proactive approach to change management has enabled organizations to adapt swiftly to evolving healthcare landscapes and regulatory environments.

In my role as a mentor and inspirational figure, I have empowered emerging leaders to unlock their full potential. My commitment to transparent and effective communication at all levels of the organization has been pivotal in building trust, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that our collective vision is realized.

In essence, my leadership philosophy is centred on compassionate, strategic, empathic and sustainable leadership that not only drives organizational success but also enriches the lives of patients, employees, and the community at large

Work Experience

Director of Clinical Operations
Jun 2019 - Aug 2023 Alberta Health Services

As a Director of Clinical Operations, I was instrumental in steering the operational excellence of my division of the North Zone, a critical region within Alberta Health Services.

My leadership, always characterized by a collaborative approach, worked closely with operational and dyad medical leadership teams to oversee the comprehensive operations of Acute Care, Emergency Care, Community Allied Health, and Continuing & Community Seniors Health. This encompassed strategic partnerships with Long-Term Care, Obstetrics, Surgery, and Primary Care Organizations, Protective Services, Security, Acute Addictions & Mental Health programs, Indigenous health teams, and affiliated Long-Term Care providers across my region of the North Zone.

In my role, I held responsibility for the leadership and supervision of a substantial, diverse, and unionized multidisciplinary team. My accountability extended to the planning, delivery, accreditation, and coordination of a high-quality, sustainable, and integrated healthcare system. Key aspects of my leadership include:

 

  • Overseeing a budget above $70 million, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic allocation of resources.
  • Providing executive-level direction to 5 Site/Regional Community Managers and 8 Clinical Managers, guiding them to achieve operational excellence.
  • Leading a staff population of over 700 multidisciplinary team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
  • Consistently ensuring the effective management of hospital and community-based clinical programs, services, and resource planning to meet the evolving needs of the region.
  • Developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic and operational plans and policies that align with the North Zone's service delivery model and philosophy, reflecting both short- and long-term objectives.
  • Empowering local leaders through mentorship, providing them with the tools, frameworks, and support necessary to facilitate their work and achieve zone goals and priorities.
  • Advancing Zone programs and services in collaboration with sites and services within the Zone to enhance healthcare delivery.
  • Reinforcing the effective management and stewardship of resources to maximize operational efficiency and patient care outcomes.

 

My leadership as Director is dedicated to transforming healthcare in the North Zone, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of quality, accessibility, and innovation in patient care and community service.

Education

Dr
May 2014 - Aug 2016 Breining Institute

Province

Alberta

TotalYearsExperience

30

DesiredSalary

150000