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 Director, Manager, Lead or Designate, the Practice Consultant provides leadership and consultation in analysis, the use of evidence, knowledge dissemination and synthesis to plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical programs and to support practice activities and initiatives. The Practice Consultant develops a strong network of internal and external partnerships with the goal of promoting and advancing quality practices that result in safe, ethical, quality health outcomes for patients, clients and residents.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in a relevant clinical health profession, supplemented by a minimum of five (5) years recent, related clinical experience in a complex health care environment including progressive professional practice, education, project management and leadership experience. Current practicing registration with the relevant regulatory college or association in British Columbia.
Skills And Abilities
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Knowledge of health care system and provincial educational systems.
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Thorough knowledge and experience working with complex health care organizations.
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Demonstrated innovation and creativity and is current regarding evolving trends and practices.
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Knowledge of adult education principles and performance support concepts supporting learners at the moment of apply.
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Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and participate effectively in a team environment.
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Advanced interpersonal and communication competencies, written, verbal and non-verbal.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and write proposals and to document planning processes.
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Advanced organizational competencies.
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Advanced competencies in planning and facilitating organizational change, systems thinking, building collaborative partnerships.
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Advanced consultation, facilitation and program management competencies including program implementation and evaluation.
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Proven flexibility with a high level of initiative and self-direction.
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Demonstrated ability to work through complex situations using an evidence-based approach.
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Demonstrated effective decision making skills and critical appraisal skills.
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Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changes in work priorities/ assignments.
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Proficiency in the use of personal computers and related technology.
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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 (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 Director, Manager, Lead or Designate, the Practice Consultant provides leadership and consultation in analysis, the use of evidence, knowledge dissemination and synthesis to plan, develop, implement and evaluate clinical programs and to support practice activities and initiatives. The Practice Consultant develops a strong network of internal and external partnerships with the goal of promoting and advancing quality practices that result in safe, ethical, quality health outcomes for patients, clients and residents.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in a relevant clinical health profession, supplemented by a minimum of five (5) years recent, related clinical experience in a complex health care environment including progressive professional practice, education, project management and leadership experience. Current practicing registration with the relevant regulatory college or association in British Columbia.
Skills And Abilities
-
Knowledge of health care system and provincial educational systems.
-
Thorough knowledge and experience working with complex health care organizations.
-
Demonstrated innovation and creativity and is current regarding evolving trends and practices.
-
Knowledge of adult education principles and performance support concepts supporting learners at the moment of apply.
-
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and participate effectively in a team environment.
-
Advanced interpersonal and communication competencies, written, verbal and non-verbal.
-
Demonstrated ability to develop and write proposals and to document planning processes.
-
Advanced organizational competencies.
-
Advanced competencies in planning and facilitating organizational change, systems thinking, building collaborative partnerships.
-
Advanced consultation, facilitation and program management competencies including program implementation and evaluation.
-
Proven flexibility with a high level of initiative and self-direction.
-
Demonstrated ability to work through complex situations using an evidence-based approach.
-
Demonstrated effective decision making skills and critical appraisal skills.
-
Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changes in work priorities/ assignments.
-
Proficiency in the use of personal computers and related technology.
-
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.