Co-op Student The Barrett Centre
About the role
Description
The Barrett Centre for Quality Improvement (BCQI) is a key initiative within Unity Health Toronto’s Quality, Care Experience and Safety Portfolio, dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement (QI) at St. Joseph’s Health Centre. The BCQI supports staff, learners, and patient and family partners in advancing improvement initiatives that enhance health care outcomes.
Reporting to the BCQI Manager, the student will assist with day-to-day administrative operations, data analysis, project coordination, and communications to ensure the smooth delivery of BCQI programming. This position will provide valuable exposure to quality improvement initiatives while developing professional administrative skills.
Main Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to the Barrett Centre Manager, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes Assist with data entry for QI projects, formatting documents, and conducting basic research or literature reviews as required to support the BCQI Fellowship and Incubator Programs Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing notes Support event coordination, including the Annual QI Symposium, workshops, and training sessions (e.g., venue booking, invitations, materials preparation) Maintain organized digital filing systems for program materials, and communications Assist with tracking and updating BCQI implementation timelines, deliverables, and key performance indicators Assist with the preparation and distribution of newsletters, and announcements to stakeholders Provide support for travel arrangements, expense tracking, and budget documentation Other duties as assigned to support the BCQI team
Learning Outcomes
Practical administrative and coordination experience in a health care setting
Utilize data to assist project teams derive data driven insights on real health care problems Exposure to health care quality improvement concepts and project management practices Opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders Event planning and communication skills
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Office Administration, Business Administration, Health Administration, or a related field Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Detail-oriented, with a high level of accuracy in data entry, data analysis and document preparation Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information Interest in health care quality improvement and innovation is an asset
Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
If accommodation is required at any stage of the recruitment process, applicants are encouraged to inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist when contacted. All accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality and respect for privacy and dignity.
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About Unity Health Toronto
Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and St. Michael’s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education.
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Co-op Student The Barrett Centre
About the role
Description
The Barrett Centre for Quality Improvement (BCQI) is a key initiative within Unity Health Toronto’s Quality, Care Experience and Safety Portfolio, dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement (QI) at St. Joseph’s Health Centre. The BCQI supports staff, learners, and patient and family partners in advancing improvement initiatives that enhance health care outcomes.
Reporting to the BCQI Manager, the student will assist with day-to-day administrative operations, data analysis, project coordination, and communications to ensure the smooth delivery of BCQI programming. This position will provide valuable exposure to quality improvement initiatives while developing professional administrative skills.
Main Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to the Barrett Centre Manager, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes Assist with data entry for QI projects, formatting documents, and conducting basic research or literature reviews as required to support the BCQI Fellowship and Incubator Programs Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing notes Support event coordination, including the Annual QI Symposium, workshops, and training sessions (e.g., venue booking, invitations, materials preparation) Maintain organized digital filing systems for program materials, and communications Assist with tracking and updating BCQI implementation timelines, deliverables, and key performance indicators Assist with the preparation and distribution of newsletters, and announcements to stakeholders Provide support for travel arrangements, expense tracking, and budget documentation Other duties as assigned to support the BCQI team
Learning Outcomes
Practical administrative and coordination experience in a health care setting
Utilize data to assist project teams derive data driven insights on real health care problems Exposure to health care quality improvement concepts and project management practices Opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders Event planning and communication skills
Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Office Administration, Business Administration, Health Administration, or a related field Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Detail-oriented, with a high level of accuracy in data entry, data analysis and document preparation Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information Interest in health care quality improvement and innovation is an asset
Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
If accommodation is required at any stage of the recruitment process, applicants are encouraged to inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist when contacted. All accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality and respect for privacy and dignity.
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About Unity Health Toronto
Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and St. Michael’s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education.