Utilization Facilitator (N4) - CCoord Supervisors/Clinicians

Job summary

The Utilization Facilitator coordinates patient movement through admission, transfer, and discharge processes within clinical programs. They also act as a liaison between internal and external agencies to ensure optimal utilization of facility resources.

Job details

Requisition ID: 411043 Position Number: 20008605 Posting End Date: September 25, 2026 City: Winnipeg Employer: Shared Health Site: Health Sciences Centre Department / Unit: CCoord Supervisors/Clinicians Job Stream: Clinical Support Union: MNU Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 09/25/2026 - Indefinite Reason for Term: Other Leave FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Position Overview Under the general direction of the Utilization Manager and Facility Program Director(s) - Medicine/Family Medicine and in close collaboration with the Facility Vice President responsible for Utilization, Physician Bed Manager(s), and Clinical Manager(s), the Utilization Facilitator is responsible for: Facilitating and coordinating the movement of patients through the admission, transfer, and discharge processes primarily within the Adult Medicine/Family Medicine Program, ER Program, and other clinical programs as required. Liasing between internal and external programs and agencies on matters related to patient movement. Participating in the development of guidelines and educational strategies related to patient movement. Participating in decision-making that results in an effective admission process and the optimal utilization of Program and facility resources. Experience Minimum 4 years recent nursing experience. Recent acute clinical experience preferred. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Graduate from a recognized program in Nursing. Bachelor of Nursing degree required. Educational preparation in utilization an asset. Certification/Licensure/Registration Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM). Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy. Qualifications and Skills Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA). Demonstrated ability in utilizing computerized applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Demonstrated ability to function in a pivotal role, as facilitator in the patient admission/discharge/transfer process between patient, family, physician, Clinical Manager, members of the Interdisciplinary Care Team, other programs, community resources, etc. Demonstrated ability to initiate and maintain effective resource contacts. Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of staff (direct care, interdisciplinary team members and management) Demonstrated ability to analyze and problem-solve Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with co-workers, management, patients and families. Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values. Physical Requirements Not Applicable This Indefinite term may expire subject to twenty-four (24) hours of notice of the current incumbent returning to their position. We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today. Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification. This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE. Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

What you’ll do

The Utilization Facilitator coordinates patient movement through admission, transfer, and discharge processes within clinical programs. They also act as a liaison between internal and external agencies to ensure optimal utilization of facility resources.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree and have a minimum of 4 years of recent nursing experience. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba is required.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Nursing
• Patient admission
• Patient discharge
• Patient transfer
• Clinical coordination
• Resource management
• Problem-solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Acute clinical care
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Planning
• Management
• Coordinating
• Decision Making
• Integrated Care
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Clinical Experience
• Employment Equity
• Bachelor Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Health Sciences
• Workplace Diversity
• Hospital Admissions
• Family Medicine

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Utilization Management Supervisor
• Clinical Supervisor / Manager
• Health Service Managers
• Medical and Health Services Managers