About the role
Job Description In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Regional Manager or designate, the Clinical Initiatives Lead provides leadership, support and coordination of strategic service improvements for Mental Health and Substance Use services, Primary Care Strategy, Seniors Health and Community Virtual Care, Capital Projects, or Community Health Services via the Community Resource Team. Specifically, the scope of this work includes establishing strong partnerships with operations, medical leaders and others for the (re)development of clinical processes, care delivery, and procedure changes for initiatives identified as a priority within the department. In addition, the Lead collaborates on the development and implementation of education, change management process and training strategies to support department staff and clinicians through these changes. They will partner with other members of the department team as well as other Island Health departments in order to advance initiatives.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in a related health discipline such as Nursing, Allied Health Sciences or other relevant clinical discipline plus seven (7) years' recent, related experience providing clinical services. Experience leading and participating in a variety of related projects is an asset. Master's degree preferred.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability in clinical health care practice, education and program planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to provide progressive and innovative approaches to service delivery and program issues.
- Exceptional leadership skills with proven ability to bring about change in a proactive manner.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to effectively plan prioritize and carry out projects within deadlines, together with analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Proven interpersonal skills including ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to stakeholders internal and external to the organization.
- Demonstrated commitment to person-focused services and teamwork.
- Ability to lead and participate in qualitative improvement processes and develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are used on a continuous basis.
- Proven ability to facilitate, negotiate, and remain neutral in situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to Cultural Safety and Humility.
- Proven ability to utilize project management tools, methodologies and templates for tracking and reporting progress.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability with a variety of Microsoft Office Suite tools including Excel, PowerPoint as well as internet and e-mail systems.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Link To Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD4873.pdf
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.
About the role
Job Description In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Regional Manager or designate, the Clinical Initiatives Lead provides leadership, support and coordination of strategic service improvements for Mental Health and Substance Use services, Primary Care Strategy, Seniors Health and Community Virtual Care, Capital Projects, or Community Health Services via the Community Resource Team. Specifically, the scope of this work includes establishing strong partnerships with operations, medical leaders and others for the (re)development of clinical processes, care delivery, and procedure changes for initiatives identified as a priority within the department. In addition, the Lead collaborates on the development and implementation of education, change management process and training strategies to support department staff and clinicians through these changes. They will partner with other members of the department team as well as other Island Health departments in order to advance initiatives.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in a related health discipline such as Nursing, Allied Health Sciences or other relevant clinical discipline plus seven (7) years' recent, related experience providing clinical services. Experience leading and participating in a variety of related projects is an asset. Master's degree preferred.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability in clinical health care practice, education and program planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to provide progressive and innovative approaches to service delivery and program issues.
- Exceptional leadership skills with proven ability to bring about change in a proactive manner.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to effectively plan prioritize and carry out projects within deadlines, together with analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Proven interpersonal skills including ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to stakeholders internal and external to the organization.
- Demonstrated commitment to person-focused services and teamwork.
- Ability to lead and participate in qualitative improvement processes and develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are used on a continuous basis.
- Proven ability to facilitate, negotiate, and remain neutral in situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to Cultural Safety and Humility.
- Proven ability to utilize project management tools, methodologies and templates for tracking and reporting progress.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability with a variety of Microsoft Office Suite tools including Excel, PowerPoint as well as internet and e-mail systems.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Link To Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD4873.pdf
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.