Job Summary

In accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient/client and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Manager, Clinical Services/Program Operations, reports to a Director and in co-management with a Medical Director, and provides clinical and operational leadership, management expertise and is responsible for the effective and efficient management of a designated front-line clinical patient/client care department or program that is delivered through multi-disciplinary health care team(s) in a hospital or community-based direct patient/client care setting. The Manager, Clinical Operations is a keystone position that oversees large portfolios including senior nursing roles in a role that requires managing multiple changing demands with ongoing interruptions, and significant physical demands within hectic clinical setting. Responsibilities include managing and directing staff, budget development and oversight, interpreting the intent of programs and applying operational decisions, communicating with leadership colleagues and facilitating consensus, and implementation of operational plans. The Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the management, utilization and risk management, and quality improvement for clinical operations in the designated service/program area. The Manager provides leadership and promotes the philosophy and goals of the organization by guiding the development and implementation of policies; applying and evaluating standards, policies, practices, and procedures to the assigned areas; empowering team thinking and innovation. Creates and promotes a practice environment that is focused on evidence-based improvements to patient/client-centred care that supports opportunities for research, learning and teaching for students and staff. The Manager models joint decision-making and alignment in goals and objectives, and ensures the provision of an inter-professional work environment and care through the maintenance of working relationships and liaison with medical, professional practice, administrative and other leadership positions.

Duties/Accountabilities

Develops strategic priorities and coordinates operational planning and implementation for the organization in conjunction with the practice leaders and Director. Collaborates with colleagues including medical and practice leaders in support patient/client -focused and integrated care. Ensures consistent and aligned messaging by leadership, and communicates PHSA and program/service vision, values and strategic direction and ensures integration into practice by interdisciplinary team members. Provides overall leadership and direction for team members using effective management techniques (e.g., coaching, mentoring, skill and leadership development, decision making, coalition building and performance management) that support the achievement of required outcomes. Manages and supervises staff. Manages clinical service area operations by coordinating and establishing priorities, assessing and monitoring staffing requirements and supplies. Defines an effective workforce plan in collaboration with key partners and stakeholders that ensures the availability of adequate & appropriate staff according to operational demands and environmental and resource constraints. Develops effective and efficient practices and processes to measure the use of resources and quality of care. Manages available resources including staff resources, minor and capital equipment purchases and space re-allocations to ensure the delivery of inter-professional services within the program. Develops the program budget to complement strategic directions within existing fiscal constraints and uses utilization methods to monitor and adhere to allocated budget. Coordinates contract management if required. Leads, in collaboration with physicians & professional practice leaders, the identification of evidence based outcomes, the development of quality indicators and care pathways, ensures compliance with accreditation standards, and coordinates or participates in quality improvement activities (including imPROVE). Provides leadership to staff through collaborative coaching, guiding and modeling key behaviors and strategies, encouraging dialogue and providing guidance and advice to facilitate resolutions to work issues. Fosters partnerships and establishes systems that ensure seamless client flow. Recruits, hires, and supervises staff by identifying vacancies, interviewing applicants, and making hiring decisions in collaboration with physician and professional practice leaders as needed; and ensures clarification of roles, adherence to accreditation and practice standards, and safe delivery of care. Implements effective performance management processes in an interdisciplinary team environment. Ensures probationary and annual reviews are completed for program staff; investigates work and staff issues, and where necessary initiates disciplinary action up to and including termination. Participates in labour relations, including the grievance process. Monitors requests for overtime, vacation, leaves of absences, and sick time. In consultation with Risk Management provides leadership in investigating and reporting serious patient incidents. Reviews and follows-up incident reports (both patient/family and staff) by sharing outcomes and subsequent practice changes to program staff. Contributes to the identification, planning and evaluation of educational sessions for interprofessional staff. Facilitates the development and implementation of orientation programs for new staff. Creates an environment that encourages participation in research, evidence-based practice, fosters personal growth and supports opportunities for learning and teaching for students and staff.

Qualifications

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a healthcare related degree from an accredited University, a Master’s degree is preferred, plus a minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years recent related clinical experience that includes two (2) years working in a managerial/leadership capacity. Current registration/membership with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) or an appropriate recognized professional association.

Proven leadership ability, with communication and interpersonal skills conducive to interacting in a multidisciplinary environment and ability to relate easily to a variety of people from diverse backgrounds. Strong skills in operations management. Fosters collaborative working relationships that promote cooperative goal achievement and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect. Self-directed and highly motivated. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to promote teamwork. Critical thinking skills, problem resolution, and proven ability to effectively manage human and fiscal resources. Proven ability to negotiate and mediate resolutions to complex situations. Demonstrated understanding and experience of quality assurance process, operational planning and program development. Demonstrated ability to develop and foster a culture of education and research aimed at improving care delivery and patient outcomes. Demonstrated ability to effectively and efficiently manage human and fiscal resources. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects. Demonstrated basic computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs and ability to utilize a computerized patient care information system.