About the role
Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Director or designate, the Project Lead provides leadership, support and coordination of the Program's quality assurance and quality improvement activities. Specifically, the scope of this work includes development of program specific quality plans with identified quality indicators,the development and implementation of an Island Health Plan and Accreditation Work Plan for the Program, and the development and ongoing maintenance of a risk registry. The Project Lead will provide education and expert support in process redesign, implementation and evaluation.
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; and Valid BC Driver's License.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree in a related health field and seven (7) years related experience including two (2) years' experience in quality improvement, development, implementation and evaluation in a healthcare setting.
Skills And Abilities
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Educational preparation in quality improvement, certificate in quality improvement or equivalent training in the use of quality improvement methods and tools.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
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Ability to effectively self-manage time as it relates to deadlines and workload.
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Ability to facilitate solution-focused approaches through innovation and creativity.
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Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
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Ability to model organizational values and principles.
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Ability to identify, plan and complete work assignments.
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Ability to apply critical thinking to achieve optimal outcomes.
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Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Job Requirements:
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, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Director or designate, the Project Lead provides leadership, support and coordination of the Program's quality assurance and quality improvement activities. Specifically, the scope of this work includes development of program specific quality plans with identified quality indicators,the development and implementation of an Island Health Plan and Accreditation Work Plan for the Program, and the development and ongoing maintenance of a risk registry. The Project Lead will provide education and expert support in process redesign, implementation and evaluation.
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; and Valid BC Driver's License.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree in a related health field and seven (7) years related experience including two (2) years' experience in quality improvement, development, implementation and evaluation in a healthcare setting.
Skills And Abilities
-
Educational preparation in quality improvement, certificate in quality improvement or equivalent training in the use of quality improvement methods and tools.
-
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
-
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
-
Ability to effectively self-manage time as it relates to deadlines and workload.
-
Ability to facilitate solution-focused approaches through innovation and creativity.
-
Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
-
Ability to model organizational values and principles.
-
Ability to identify, plan and complete work assignments.
-
Ability to apply critical thinking to achieve optimal outcomes.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Job Requirements:
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.