Job Summary Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities. The Quality Physician Medical Leader role is a new and exciting opportunity to provide leadership and direction to physicians and other health care providers on quality and patient safety initiatives, with the aim of improving quality and supporting the reduction of medical/health care errors that contribute to adverse patient outcomes at each acute care site. You will work with fellow physician leaders and other clinical staff to promote physician engagement and capacity building in quality improvement, and will collaborate with senior leadership and staff to identify evidence-based strategies to ensure best practice at the site. OVERVIEW The Medical Leader is a physician who has a passion for enabling a culture of safety in the delivery of clinical services and establishing patient care models that are evidence-based to increase the safety of patients at their respective acute care site in collaboration with the clinical quality and patient safety department, senior leadership, department leaders, regional leaders and support systems. This position will report to the Executive Medical Director (EMD), Clinical Quality and Patient Safety and be part of the Leadership team comprised of the Regional Medical Director/Regional Department Head, Local Department Heads, and other Medical Leads. You will dedicate approximately seven hours per month to this leadership role. This will include partnering with the local Process Improvement coordinator to discuss opportunities for quality and process improvement, reviewing patient safety reports and Patient Safety Priorities data with the quality improvement consultant and coordinator and site medical director, developing and supporting, in partnership with the quality Improvement consultant and coordinator, to identify quality improvement/safety projects in areas identified in the Patient Safety Priorities as “needing improvement,” attending the quarterly Patient Safety Priorities Update meetings, partnering with the quality Improvement consultant coordinator to produce a semi-annual report focusing on quality project outcomes to be submitted to the Executive Medical Director and Executive Director of Clinical Quality and Patient Safety, partnering with the quality Improvement coordinator to provide a monthly status report to their site medical director and site executive director regarding identified quality improvement/safety projects and presenting at the site Health Services Quality Operational Management Committee (HQOMC) every three months to provide information on identified quality improvement projects. The hours are flexible - evening meetings and travel may be required. The position would be for one year. KEY AREAS OF INVOLVEMENT INCLUDE: Provide local site leadership to physicians and other health care providers on quality and patient safety initiatives: Serve as a lead or advisor for physician driven quality improvement projects and initiatives. Work in collaboration with the clinical quality and patient safety department, senior leadership, department leaders, regional leaders and support systems to establish patient care models that are evidence-based and increase the safety of patients, clinicians and other staff. Identify quality improvement learning needs, and participate in educational activities aimed at developing physician skills in clinical quality and patient safety. Facilitate physician participation in patient safety activities. Support physician related quality reviews/critical incident reviews: Promote a Just safety culture; and model and encourage open and honest communication between physicians and other members of the healthcare team. Provide expertise to the critical incident/quality review process through the identification of recommendations and follow up actions. Serve as a key advisor for decision making/strategic planning for quality improvement and patient safety at the local acute hospital: Analyze patient safety indicators and recommend strategies to leadership to improve clinical quality and patient safety. Provide clinical representation and input at site quality committee meetings. Fraser Health values diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Compensation Stipend Qualifications Active Privileges, CMPA, CPSBC Full Locations Fraser Canyon Hospital About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $59.56 - $85.62 / hour
Job Summary
We have an exciting Full-Time opportunity for a Project Director, Home & Community Care to join our enhanced Home Health Community Based Team located in Surrey, BC. Qualifications: Master's degree in Health, Business Administration and/or other relevant clinical discipline Ten (10) years' experience in a complex health care environment Five (5) years progressive project or change management leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience Valued Benefits: Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage. Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax. Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer. Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one. Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave. TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes. *Eligibility based on employment status
Detailed Overview
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: In alignment with the provincial vision for Home and Community Care and with Fraser Health's strategy and priorities, the Project Director is accountable to provide strategic leadership and consultation in the design, planning, implementation, integration and evaluation of improvement initiatives in the long-term Care system, and other change initiatives within Home and Community Care across Fraser Health owned and operated and contracted sites as assigned. Accountable to lead all aspects of the project team, the Project Director maintains operational congruence with strategic direction and goals through strategic and operational leadership. Provides project leadership and management to project team; deploys resources among leaders and initiatives; manages work flow/priorities across the project team and others in the organization; develops strategies to ensure deliverables meet key partner needs. Establishes and maintains strong connections to operational and content experts across Fraser Health functional areas and contracted service providers to ensure that improvement projects are aligned to the provincial vision for Home and Community Care, Fraser Health strategy and priorities, and are within the overall initiative goals.
Responsibilities
Provides project leadership to project teams responsible for the design, planning, and implementation of capital transformation initiatives aimed at owned & operated and contracted sites within Fraser Health. Defines, leads and oversees an overall project delivery approach and methodology throughout the project, including identifying resource needs and gaps, acquiring/hiring staffing resources, formulating plans and activities to support project delivery and the identifications and initiation of appropriate actions including the development of required documents, processes and the project management approach. Provides overall leadership, direction and supervision to assigned team members using effective management and leadership techniques including coaching, mentoring, skill and leadership development, performance management and team building. Leads the selection and development of the project team; ensures team members have the knowledge, skills, abilities, and tools to support the identified initiative. Liaises with leadership across functional areas in Fraser Health to ensure resources are available and committed to the project and to working groups as needed. Works closely with all contracted service providers and Fraser Health owned & operated sites to identify and realize improvement opportunities, including the monitoring of improvement processes to ensure delivery. Oversees the collection, review and evaluation of improvement proposals and change requests. Utilizes and promotes a system-wide approach to realizing improvement initiatives throughout project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & control and closure. Identifies and manages risks, barriers, issues and scope changes. Provides project leadership including making timely business decisions regarding managing initiative budgets, use of resources, variance projection/correction according to the processes/expectations established by Executive Sponsors/Key Partners. Develops and maintains project milestones and reports on project progress and status; ensures alignment of corporate resources to achieve milestones. Develops and maintains partnerships with key partners (e.g. VP sponsors; Ministry of Health leaders, Fraser Health Executive, Facilities Management, all Service Providers); establishes and manages contracts with external resources as appropriate. Guides and provides insight through leadership to sponsors and project team members. Provides day-to-day support to other senior leaders in all aspects of improvement initiatives. Oversees the project team to assure the effectiveness of the approach being used, monitor for roadblocks, and advise or intervene as necessary. Develops an annual plan for the project team including service and human resource development components. Assesses and reports on the status of initiatives to senior management; advises on status and the impact of the initiative across Fraser Health from a system perspective.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Health, Business Administration or related discipline, supplemented by PMP, PROSCI and/or CHE certification/designation, and ten (10) years' experience in a complex health care environment, including five (5) years progressive project or change management leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid B.C. driver's licence and access to a personal vehicle for business-related purposes. COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed. Professional/Technical Capabilities Expert knowledge of strategic planning, contract management and project management principles coupled with an in-depth understanding of the seniors, community and complex care, and the health care system at both the strategic and operational levels. Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in health care. Strong ability to lead and manage diverse project teams. Sound working knowledge of planning concepts related to service delivery, budget, contract management and staffing. Ability to effectively utilize a variety of software applications to support the initiative management activities.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $45.46 - $65.35 / hour
Job Summary
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Boston Bar on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities. We have an exciting new opportunity for a Healthy Built Environment Community Engagement Lead to join our team! This role is a Regular Full-Time opportunity located in the Tri-Cities, B.C. As the Healthy Built Environment Community Engagement Lead , you will provide strategic leadership and community engagement on aspects of built environment factors including active transportation and neighbourhood design. You will develop partnerships with internal/external partners including local governments to support issues related to the built environments and healthy communities. You will work closely with these partners on their community planning, design and engagement processes to ensure inclusion of health, climate action and community resiliency considerations are addressed. To join our team, ideally, we are looking for you to have: Master's degree in Urban Studies, Community Engagement, Public Health or other health related discipline. Five (5) years recent related, community/partner engagement experience in a public health environment that includes program management and evaluation, policy development and evaluation and knowledge translation. Come work with us! Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care. We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the workforce and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Connect with us! Connect with us on our Careers social channels where you’ll learn about exciting opportunities, get career tips from our recruiters, and meet some of your future team members! You can also visit us on Indeed and Glassdoor .
Detailed Overview
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Health Services, the HBE Community Engagement Lead identifies and leverages health promotion initiatives in the Fraser Health (FH) region through the promotion of healthy and resilient built environments. The Lead provides strategic leadership, community engagement and subject matter expertise on all aspects of built environment factors including the natural environment, food, housing, active transportation and neighbourhood design that impact population health. Working in close partnership with the Medical Health Officer, Environmental Health and other applicable public health teams, the HBE Community Engagement Lead provides leadership on the inclusion of health, climate action and community resiliency considerations within community planning, design, and engagement processes. This includes implementing initiatives across FH and conducting monitoring, reporting, evaluation and training activities related to this work. The HBE Community Engagement Lead builds partnerships with internal/external partners including local, regional and provincial governments and community partners such as health authorities and non-governmental organizations on issues related to the built environment and healthy communities. The position leads the creation of health public policy as it relates to the built environment and ensures all policies and strategies are in alignment with FH strategic priorities. The Lead works in partnership with the Consultant, Healthy Communities and oversees assigned teams that may include staff from FHA regional teams and assigned Environmental Health Officers to develop and implement strategies and support partner planning and decision making.
Responsibilities
Works with community partners to identify key health and social issues for action, community assets to address priority concerns, and a plan to achieve population health goals and expected outcomes. Initiates collaborative projects and leads community discussions where appropriate. Identifies opportunities to integrate the health lens into planning decisions that affect the healthy built environment. Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with internal/external partners including planning and developing engagement sessions; coordinating and facilitating dialogue between partners to promote a collaborative relationship in working towards a common vision of healthier and vibrant communities. Works to promote best practices including development and promotion of effective protective policies, adoption of standards in data collection, analysis, reporting, support for legislative change, and supporting other internal resources within FH which are working to reduce chronic disease, prevent injury, promote active living, and create healthy built environments. Develops evidence based healthy built environment related education programs and awareness campaigns to a variety of target audiences or end users within the program/service and its internal and external partners, to inform and/or effect behavioural changes; evaluates effectiveness of educational programs; develops and/or sources related materials as required, in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team members. Plans and conducts program related quantitative and qualitative research assessments and reviews; compiles, assembles and analyzes data related to the program, including designing the research tools needed to carry out the research, i.e. surveys, as well as related materials, in collaboration with the program team and its partners. Provides work direction to team members assigned to specific HBE projects and provides technical assistance and advice to Environmental Health Officers supporting HBE project work to ensure consistent interpretation and application of policy, guidelines and directives and effective knowledge translation. Leads the development and implementation of healthy built environment designated projects and initiatives. Carries out project plans consistent with standard project methodologies to ensure successful and coordinated completion of project components to foster health communities across the Fraser Health (FH) region. Monitors project progress according to project work plan to ensure user requirements, regulatory requirements and other related requirements are met; ensures issues are reviewed, resolved, or escalated to appropriate level to meet project deliverables, user requirements, and projected timelines. Contributes to and provides input on the implementation of effective processes by assessing project risks and identifying risk mitigation strategies. Provides recommendations for program resource allocation that ensures HBE strategic priorities are being considered using evidence-based data and research. Prepares built environment related reports/documentation/presentations including problem descriptions, analyses, alternative solutions, and recommendations, in collaboration with the designated team and its partners. Develops project/policy/evaluation models/frameworks and contributes to the evaluation work as required, in collaboration with the PPH team and its partners. Seeks out and writes research and funding grants for identified healthy built environment /built environment projects, as applicable. Works with external contractors engaged to do focused project work within the Healthy Built Environment program portfolio; supports selection of vendors and verifies completion of work and monitors outcomes and deliverables of the contract. Develops communications and education tools for relevant population and public health areas/issues, in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team members; delivers presentations to lay or professional audiences. Works with communication partners to reach target populations with consistent messages thereby increasing the awareness of modifiable risk factors to reduce chronic disease and best practices related to the built environment and health recommendations. Represents Fraser Health on built environment and community planning committees, working and advisory groups. Collaborates with national, provincial, and regional partners in establishing key messages and common approaches to healthy communities’ prevention campaigns and initiatives. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Urban Studies, Community Engagement, Public Health or other health related discipline. Five (5) years recent related, community/partner engagement experience in a public health environment that includes program management and evaluation, policy development and evaluation and knowledge translation, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed. Professional/Technical Capabilities Strong knowledge of population and public health in BC including public health core functions. Strong knowledge of community planning and design principles and community engagement. Knowledge of legislation affecting regional community and land use planning policy interests. Demonstrated ability to build cooperative and consultative partnerships with senior level staff at both internal and external partners. Knowledge of research methodologies including qualitative and quantitative methods. Ability to review and interpret applicable reports. Ability to critically analyze and synthesize complex evidence base into summary reports. Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications. Ability to teach, coach and mentor. Ability to speak in public, make presentations and address community groups.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warning Please be on alert for potential recruitment scams. We are aware of recent scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. Please note that we will never ask for money or payment at any point during our recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $40.83 - $50.94 / hour
Job Summary
Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our team of 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care. Position Details The Medical Imaging transfer of service to Fraser Health is now completed and we are thrilled to have the Medical Imaging Teams as part of Fraser Health again. Are you interested in learning more and joining us during this exciting time? We currently have an opportunity for a casual MRI Technologist at Peace Arch Hospital. Come work with us! We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the workforce and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care. Connect with us! Connect with us on our Careers social channels where you’ll learn about exciting opportunities, get career tips from our recruiters, and meet some of your future team members!
Detailed Overview
Reporting to the Supervisor, MRI and Site Coordinator, Medical Imaging, the MRI Technologist practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice as well as utilizing a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the department within Fraser Health (FH). The MRI Technologist performs MRI examinations in accordance with departmental policy and procedures. Duties include receiving and completing requisitions, entering relevant data into the radiology information system, preparing examination trays and patients for specific procedures, operating computerized imaging equipment including processing and archiving of acquired data, monitoring patient during procedures and monitoring equipment performance. May be responsible for the evening, night and weekend shift.
Responsibilities
Performs examinations in MRI in accordance with established procedures by completing requisitions and related paperwork including laboratory forms, correlating clinical history with examination to be performed, positioning patient and explaining clinical procedures, performing venipuncture for contrast media injections as directed by the Radiologist, operating computerized imaging equipment, labeling permanent records and checking technical results to ensure departmental standards are followed. Monitors patient during procedures by methods such as observing and responding to possible contrast media reactions or other emergent situations in accordance with facility policies and procedures; may be required to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of an emergency. Conducts image studies using MRI equipment and departmental information systems by checking to ensure applicable patient identification listed, collating images with requisitions, and requesting previous studies. Reports malfunctioning equipment to Supervisor. Facilitates the workflow of designated work area by checking information on requisitions meets departmental standards, regulating inpatient examination time, arranging departmental and/or facility porters. Performs quality control duties such as scheduling and performing equipment tests in accordance with recommended manufacturers' guidelines, recording results as well as identifying malfunctioning equipment for repair. Notifies Supervisor of all quality control issues for determination of appropriate action. Participates in the departmental Continuous Quality Improvement/LEAN programs by using established monitoring and auditing methodologies to perform quality assurance checks such as patient/physician satisfaction or booking protocols. Maintains designated work area by methods such as checking and cleaning equipment, setting up examination trays for specific procedures, receiving and stocking supplies in designated area, identifying depleted items and notifying Supervisor of purchases as required. Demonstrates procedures and usage of equipment to staff including medical residents, technologists and students. Participates in orientation of new employees. Participates in maintaining patient and hospital records by entering data into the radiology and hospital information systems as required. Responds to inquiries from other clinical areas regarding patient examinations and schedules and refers other concerns to appropriate supervisor as required. Determines workload measurements and compiles workload statistical reports and other reports, as required; develops and maintains statistical data related to items such as department activity levels, attendance, leaves of absence, and performance appraisals; makes recommendations to the Director on how services may be improved. Ensures that the department meets Health and Safety rules, regulations and practices such as Fire, Disaster, WHMIS, Smart Moves and Infection Control by updating department staff on changes to safety procedures, following up on safety recommendations and ensuring that staff are adequately trained and authorized to operate machinery and equipment. Participates in approved research and special projects in collaboration with Supervisor and other health care professionals. Maintains equipment by monitoring its operation and making arrangements for maintenance and repairs as required. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience Certification with CAMRT (Magnetic Resonance Imaging). Completion of Intravenous Therapy training course when required by site practice and one (1) year recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Basic Life Support (BCLS) level.
Skills and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of standards of practice and guidelines for Medical Imaging practitioners established by the CAMRT and/or other relevant national professional associations. Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice related to designated modality. Demonstrated knowledge of organization policies, procedures, and standards of care, including practice of safe work procedures with modality equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of current MRI theory and practices within a client/family centered model of care. Demonstrated knowledge and practice of safe work procedures with medical imaging equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of research process and methodology. Demonstrated knowledge of PACS/radiology information systems, i.e. digital imaging, image archiving and retrieval. Demonstrated ability to develop procedure protocols and manuals. Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies. Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in resolution of conflict issues. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others. Demonstrated ability to plan and establish workload priorities in collaboration with others. Demonstrated skill in MRI techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies. Demonstrated ability in CPR techniques. Demonstrated computer skills with current computer applications. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Summary
Medical Leader: Clinical Education Head (MAiD) The Physician shall provide administrative services to the FHA as the Medical Leader: Clinical Education Head (MAiD) . The duties of this position are as follows: Accountability: The Medical Leader, Clinical Education (MAiD), reports to the Regional Medical Director (RMD). They will be a part of the leadership team consisting of the RMD, Medical Lead for MAiD, and other operational team leads. The position will be responsible for developing resources and workshops that build core competencies in MAiD for primary providers within Fraser Health. These activities will support the mission, philosophies and goals of the Fraser Health Authority. Areas of Focus: Provide leadership in managing all aspects of education including:The development and coordination of Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities (e.g. Journal clubs), Conferences (As appropriate), Mentorship programs and leadership development opportunities. Helping to plan, deliver and lead various educational workshops including:Educational initiatives or projects to promote the education of MAiD. Coordinate access to MAiD educational resources for learners including a rotation option within Fraser Health. Liaison and collaboration with key stakeholders (e.g. Divisions of Palliative Care; specialist providers) and clinical areas to support integration and uptake of MAiD. Seeking educational grant and funding opportunities in conjunction with the RMD to address MAiD education. Develops, in conjunction with the RMD, short and long-range goals and objectives for medical education that support the academic agenda of the Fraser Health Authority.
Compensation
Stipend
Qualifications
CCFP, FRCPC
Locations
Corporate Office
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $31.80 - $45.71 / hour.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about providing support to our healthcare system by finding and implementing new and innovative ways to provide primary care? If you have answered yes, we want you to keep reading! We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full time Business Advisor to join our Physician contracts team. This is a hybrid role based out of our Central City offices in Surrey. In this role you will work closely with Physicians and Nurse Practitioners, the Ministry of Health, Divisions of Family Practice, and Fraser Health operational leadership in developing and implementing contracts that support the delivery of primary care. Want to join our team? We will be looking for you to have: Diploma in Business or related discipline, supplemented with five (5) years' recent related contract management experience in a large complex healthcare environment. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Detail oriented, team player, strong communicator, problem-solver, multi-tasker. Does this sound like an excellent role for you? If so, here are more reasons why you should apply: A career with Fraser Health will offer you the opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team of experts in a dynamic and rewarding health care environment. We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, including comprehensive health benefits coverage. Take the next step and apply so we can continue the conversation about you joining Fraser Health where we value diversity in the workforce and strive to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust.
Detailed Overview
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: The Business Advisor provides timely information and support to the Director, Physician Contracts & Hospitalist Services by maximizing value and minimizing risk in the relationships with the physicians through the understanding and knowledge of Ministry of Health, Health Authority and physician contract negotiations processes and systems and providing a link between the operational contract processes and the strategic negotiation processes of the Physician Contracts department.
Responsibilities
Provides support to the Director, Physician Contracts through the review and development of processes to ensure that new contract processes are appropriate, meet and comply with department and Ministry of Health requirements. Advises Fraser Health staff such as Executive Directors, Directors and Clinical Managers on the monetary and service implications of contractual decisions and appropriate action around the application for clinical services, administrative contracts and termination policies; creates reports and performs analysis of contract processes, as directed to identify contract and/or service issues. Prepares and/or modifies physician contract documentation, in accordance with established policies and procedures utilizing approved templates; arranges for sign off and approval by appropriate FH staff and/or medical leader; documents each contract within a database to ensure accurate tracking of upcoming contract expiry and/or renewals. Assists with the development of a performance management system including data collection, processes, validation and management to ensure information is current and available for review and analysis; utilizes information to provide administrative and data support to the Director, Physician Contracts or designate to assist contract renewal and/or new contract negotiations. Assists with the development of training materials and policies such as change of service provider, subcontracting and other related issues of contractual compliance or intended contractual change. Works with Medical Affairs to facilitate a constructive working relationship with Physician Contracts regarding contract negotiations and other related processes including strategic issues.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Diploma in Business or related discipline, supplemented with five (5) years' recent related contract management experience in a large complex healthcare environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Competencies
Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed. Professional/Technical Capabilities: Ability to review and analyze complex data. Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines in a dynamic environment with changing priorities. Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor #J-18808-Ljbffr
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients / clients / residents and families: The Executive Director, Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience and Chief Clinical Information Officer (ED) is a member of the Digital Patient and Provider Experience leadership team and is responsible and accountable for the strategies and leadership of the Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience portfolio in a dyad partnership with the Chief Medical Information Officer. This position delivers the organization's digital health strategy by collaborating with senior leadership by ensuring long-range strategic plans, annual objectives and workplans define, deliver and improve services for the organization and its clients. This role is responsible for building clinical and medical informatics capacity across the organization and driving the promotion and adoption of tools to ensure a seamless, digitally enabled patient and provider experience. Ensuring that quality of care is not compromised, this role drives / facilitates a change in the delivery of care across all settings. The Executive Director (ED) works in close collaboration with key partners across Fraser Health Authority (FH), other health authorities and government ministries; provides leadership and expert advice on clinical informatics, practice readiness, and provider experience. The ED plays an integral role in developing an advanced model for clinical and medical informatics to implement and utilize innovative uses and applications for advanced data analytics, liaising, influencing, and consulting with various stakeholders to promote and advance practice readiness in support of improving patient care and the patient experience within the context of supporting the goals and objectives of FH. The ED is responsible for strategies for development & design, implementation, benefits, change management & adoption, and utilization & evaluation of informatics solutions such as electronic medical records, electronic health records, provider order management, electronic documentation, health information exchanges, virtual health and other digital health solutions used in the clinical settings across the care continuum. Ensures that strategies align with organizational objectives, that clinical needs are translated into technology solutions that optimize care quality and patient safety, and that innovation and development of a clinically appropriate information culture is championed. Responsibilities Leads and manages long-term strategic plans, goals, and objectives of the Clinical Informatics and Provider Experience portfolio. Works within and across FH as a strategic leader to ensure interprofessional models of practice are integrated and supported in the design of digital patient records, digital experiences and the implementation of digital health solutions. Advocates for required data elements and nomenclature within CISs regionally, provincially, and nationally. In collaboration with Advance Program leadership and others, develops the long-range strategic plans, goals, and annual objectives and work plans to guide the implementation and sustainment of Meditech Expanse. Manages and advocates for required budget and supports. Leads, develops, manages, implements, and evaluates new initiatives that support practice standardization such as clinical content systems, and establishes business development and partnership opportunities, communicates information, and makes recommendations to the VP. Facilitates the implementation of approved initiatives, including budget management. Builds and maintains organizational awareness of and promotes a strong positive profile of standardization for CISs and practice. Provides leadership to staff through coaching, guiding, and modeling key behaviours / strategies, encouraging dialogue and providing guidance and advice to facilitate resolutions to work issues. Assists team members to define shared and individual goals, meet target dates and ensure alignment of team goals to portfolio, FH, and provincial direction. Fosters team spirit, trust, and mutual respect. Maintains an organizational structure for the area that provides the highest level of quality work and service. Evaluates individual and team performance in collaboration with appropriate internal stakeholders. Investigates work and staff issues and where necessary initiates disciplinary action up to and including termination. Participates in the management of labour relations matters as applicable. Develops and monitors an annual budget for area of responsibility to include monitoring budget performance, planning and adjusting operations and/or staffing to meet projections and annual targets, approving expenditures, identifying, and costing new initiatives as well as savings strategies, and preparing summaries for fiscal reporting. Identifies and evaluates clinical / medical practice and patient safety risks and internal controls for new digital health initiatives across FHA and identifies partnership opportunities. Advocates and influences CIS clinical content processes to ensure specialized FHA expertise is included in system design and build. Supports the development of required educational programs, training and communication processes, and mentoring initiatives across FHA related to digital health solutions. Fosters effective relationships with FHA departments, professional associations, academic programs, regulatory bodies, and others to create partnerships and positively influence clinical and medical informatics competencies, practice, teaching and learning opportunities for students and staff. Represents FHA to government and other parties through participation on committees, organizations and in advisory activities, as appropriate. Qualifications Graduation from a school of nursing or allied health discipline. Master's Degree in Health or business administration, health information management or related field. Ten to fifteen years recent, related clinical leadership experience in the health care sector including experience with electronic clinical systems, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Current practicing registration with an applicable regulatory body such as the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives. COMPETENCIES Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed. Professional / Technical Capabilities Broad knowledge of current healthcare issues, trends, government directives, legislation, public policies, and issues related to technology in health care. Broad knowledge of clinical practice and the roles of multidisciplinary health care team members within a patient and family centred care model. Ability to analyze complex clinical operations and structure processes to facilitate decision-making regarding clinical information needs. Understanding and ability to apply latest research on best-evidenced practices related to use of digital health solutions. Knowledge of patient safety / quality management, performance management and accreditation standards. Ability to lead and move forward complex organizational change related to clinical workflow and process redesign that supports the adoption of technology enabled solutions. Ability to advocate for and champion best-evidenced practice in the use of technology in the clinical environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $65.54 - $94.22 / hour.
Detailed Overview
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: The Director, Clinical Quality & Patient Safety (CQPS) provides strategic operational leadership for clinical quality and patient safety strategies focused on assessment, intervention, analysis, spread and sustainment of quality improvement (QI) initiatives and reporting to improve organizational performance across Fraser Health (FH). Fosters the creation and use of high quality and meaningful QI strategies to support and drive impactful organizational decision-making and improvement. Oversees and engages others in the identification and analysis of patient safety and clinical care problems and opportunities with the goal of facilitating the rapid implementation of new processes for existing and new clients within FH. Ensures effective integration and accurate and timely delivery of clinical, administrative, operational and corporate information and requests. Partners with operational, CQPS, data, practice, patient experience, finance, organizational development, strategic transformation and infection control representatives regarding matters such as ongoing CQPS education and implementation needs, required organizational practices, patient safety incident reporting and management, and changes to standards or legislative requirements. Provides leadership and direction to a team of professional CQPS leadership and staff through coaching, mentoring, skill and leadership development, and team building. Manages assigned staff including recruitment, supervision, work assignment, performance management and professional development. Collaborates with officials from Accreditation Canada, Healthcare Excellence in Canada, BC Patient Safety and Quality Council, and other health care related organizations. Represents FH on internal and external committees, and task groups as required.
Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership in the integration, implementation, evaluation, reporting, sustainment and spread of CQPS initiatives across FH in alignment with FH's vision, mission and strategic priorities through fostering the creation and use of high quality and meaningful QI strategies to support and drive impactful organizational decision-making and improvement by program and operational leadership across the organization. Fosters a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing and partnerships across teams. Establishes systems to ensure staff skills and competencies support future organizational needs and trends. Identifies, exploits and fosters the adoption of best practices and standards around CQPS improvements, evaluation strategies and generation of insights and recommendations to drive systematic change. Leads the overall information architecture for the development, implementation, sustainment and ongoing evaluation of a comprehensive, interactive Quality Performance Management System to promote accountability for quality and patient safety at all levels of the organization and to support the Board in its governance of quality and patient safety through monitoring of and accountability for key performance measures by the Clinical Programs. Provides strategic, operational, and practical leadership for CQPS including developing actionable key performance indicators, success indicators, and strategic plans in collaboration with relevant senior leadership and other stakeholders. Provides leadership for the identification and development of various CQPS improvements for the FH Board and senior level committees. Works with various FH executive members responsible for reporting to the various committees to develop CQPS priorities and metrics, including frequency and required insights. Oversees the delivery of consulting services to clients for clinical service delivery purposes including identifying problems and engaging CQPS subject matter experts to develop effective solutions using quality improvement methodologies to support clients. Organizes, synthesizes and analyzes data on patient services, interprets information, participates in the development of recommendations for improvements and engages in a continuous improvement partnership through agile and iterative processes. CQPS clients include program teams, individual physicians, operational & corporate managers and directors, researchers, and external consultants hired by the programs. Works to build capacity into the CQPS processes and systems in FH. Oversees the creation of value added processes from existing processes based on data and provides leadership in the identification of gaps in FH clinical quality and patient safety related strategic priorities by developing business cases and overseeing project teams created to address those gaps. Directs the development and implementation of service priorities in response to client input and interprets and evaluates policies, programs, systems and procedures. Assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of the services and identifies and recommends areas for improvement in quality and efficiency. Enables and oversees the use of effective CQPS processes across the organization and works to increase integration of process improvement methodologies, information capture, reporting systems and other CQPS processes. Works with the client groups, and other stakeholders groups to evaluate and select the best methods to meet strategic organizational priorities and reporting of same. Leads the development of various CQPS teams' timelines to ensure quality services and the timely delivery of the end product according to previously defined requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, unit-based improvement programs, NSQIP quality activities, PQI education, accreditation readiness and assessment activities, creation of innovative data analysis, patient safety reporting and review of patient safety events, and FH wide quality education program. Leads ongoing quality review analysis processes, establishing best practice, documenting any resulting problems, and determining corrective actions to create and provide an opportunity for continuous organizational learning and growth with a goal to eliminating preventable harm. Supports the spread of utilization of industry standard tools such root cause analysis and failure modes effect analysis. Promotes the profile of the CQPS teams to both internal and external stakeholders; develops strategies and initiatives to brand and market high quality information products and services. Provides overall direction and supervision to the team through coaching, mentoring, skill and leadership development, and team building. Manages assigned staff including recruitment, supervision, work assignment, performance management and professional development. Working with the Executive Director, determines the allocation of resources and develops annual departmental budgets. Manages department budgets, including monitoring expenditures, analyzing variances, and regular reporting. Maintains and applies expert knowledge related to quality and process improvement, patient safety best practices, and Accreditation Canada standards and requirements. Takes leadership in disseminating this knowledge throughout the organization by creating and implementing strategies to promote knowledge translation into changes in practice and processes. Keeps abreast of new initiatives, developments and trends through literature review, contact with peers at other organizations, industry leader groups, professional associations and attendance at seminars, workshops and education programs. Works in partnership with external organizations such as the Ministry of Health, Accreditation Canada, Healthcare Excellence in Canada, BC Patient Safety and Quality Council, and other health care related organizations in maintaining effective and collaborative relationships to prevent and reduce risks, errors and harm to patients and to work together to continuous improve patient care and client services.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Master's Degree in Health Administration or other relevant discipline. Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years' progressively responsible experience working in a health care environment including five (5) years' experience in a management/leadership role in quality improvement and patient safety development, implementation and evaluation.
Competencies
Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed. Professional/Technical Capabilities Demonstrated knowledge of application and evaluation of quality improvement and patient safety methodologies and best practices. Demonstrated knowledge of Accreditation Canada's Qmentum program and required organizational practices and processes. Comprehensive understanding of data collection analysis and interpretation methodologies in a healthcare environment. Demonstrated ability to lead and foster a motivating and respectful work environment for leadership and staff, where individual competencies can thrive. Strong understanding of effective methods for identifying and addressing various stakeholder needs and an acute awareness of the impact of actions. Demonstrated ability to lead analytical teams through implementation of new analytical models, tools, and techniques. Proven skills in critical thinking, and business analysis methods. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to write technical and management reports and communicate in a clear, engaging and convincing manner to translate and present complex information to a variety of audiences. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including management and staff at all levels, within government agencies and other health authorities. Demonstrated skills in surfacing key insights from large, complex, high dimensional data from various data sources. Comprehensive knowledge of management principles and methodologies, and the ability to coach, mentor team members on these skills. Well-developed leadership, client relations and problem resolution abilities in order to lead a variety of complex and integrated services initiatives and to achieve desired results within critical timeframes.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $72.11 - $103.65 / hour.
Job Summary
This pivotal role will drive a province-wide initiative to enhance psychological health and safety (PHS) across British Columbia's health care sector. As Executive Director, you will provide strategic leadership to a cross-organizational team, advancing the integration of PHS practices into existing occupational health frameworks in collaboration with the Ministry of Health. You will lead the development and implementation of innovative PHS programs, ensuring alignment with the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety. The role involves coordinating efforts with senior leaders from health authorities, SafeCare BC, SWITCH BC, unions, and other key partners to foster a consistent, high-quality approach to PHS throughout the sector. Key responsibilities include guiding the Provincial PHS Team, supporting regional PHS services, and serving as a co-chair on the OHS Council to elevate the importance of PHS in workplace health initiatives. This is a dynamic leadership opportunity for someone who embodies compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to advancing a safer, more supportive work environment across the entire health care system.
Detailed Overview
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families: The Executive Director, Provincial Psychological Health & Safety will lead province-wide cultural change within the health care sector through leadership of a cross-organization and provincial team of psychological health and safety (PHS) practitioners and support roles. The position will provide senior leadership of the Provincial Workplace Health Services portfolio, while fulfilling a new leadership mandate in Provincial Psychological Health and Safety. The role is accountable to the Ministry of Health and designated to lead the implementation of the Provincial PHS Team, driving initiatives to advance the promotion of PHS in the healthcare workforce across British Columbia. The Executive Director is responsible for guiding the overall strategic leadership in the development of the PHS services and programs, provides senior PHS practice and program expertise, and functions as the lead PHS representative on various corporate, health sector-wide or practice area initiatives, advisory groups or committees. The Executive Director works collaboratively with the senior leadership across health authorities, SafeCare BC, SWITCH BC, and Ministry of Health to ensure consistent strategic guidance, collaboration between centralized PHS teams and regional PHS teams, and that the overarching PHS experience is consistent across the BC health sector. The Executive Director will work closely with PHS leaders across health authorities standing up new or expanded services dedicated to PHS, and to ensure the successful establishment of the new Provincial Psychological Health & Safety Team. Specifically, the ED will work with personnel within Provincial Workplace Health Services (PWHS), OHS Solutions, and Provincial Health Services Authority to ensure centralized supports for provincial PHS initiatives. The Executive Director, Provincial PHS also has a key role in provincial occupational health and safety by taking on the role of dedicated co-chair for the OHS Council, and raising the profile of PHS on the OHS agenda. The Executive Director, Provincial PHS, models Psychological Health and Safety in their leadership and approach and values of respecting people, being compassionate, daring to innovate, cultivating partnerships, and serving with purpose.
Responsibilities
The Executive Director Provincial PHS will guide the establishment and implementation of the Provincial Psychological Health and Safety Strategy and Oversight Committee (PHS SOC), comprised of senior PHS representatives from the health organizations. The Executive Director provides oversight of the PHS SOC and participates in decision-making when required to ensure timely implementation of provincial-wide PHS programs that will have long-term impact for the health care workforce. The Executive Director will guide and support the health organizations in establishing the Provincial PHS Team, a cross-organization and province-wide team established through actions from the 2022 BC Health Human Resources Strategy. The Executive Director, Provincial PHS will also co-chair the Occupational Health and Safety Council (OHSC), providing leadership and support to this group of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) leaders. Through this role, the executive director coordinates the work of the OHS Council and the Strategy and Oversight Committees reporting to the OHS Council. Works closely with the Ministry of Health to ensure OHS Council and PHS SOC workplans align with provincial policy direction and supports the mandates of the Ministry. Leads the Provincial Workplace Health Services ensuring strategic alignment with Ministry of Health policy direction and OHS Council priorities. The Executive Director, Provincial PHS is responsible for ensuring provincial reporting on PHS measures is provided to Ministry of Health and VPs of HR as requested and on a regular basis. Makes decisions that have broad implications and complexity, ensures consistency and alignment with the Ministry priorities, and works within the boundaries of government legislation and policies as well as provincial standards and agreements. Develops, promotes and maintains strong working partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders, facilitates consensus and mediates solutions, negotiates both internally and externally, and enters into formal and binding agreements for provincial PHS. Leads the Provincial PHS Team in growing partnerships with clients and facilitating consensus to plan and deliver on specific programs and services. Develops, builds and maintains mutually beneficial working partnerships, represents the Provincial PHS Team and their interests across various audiences and stakeholder groups, and collaborates and liaises with various external groups including health organizations, Health Employers Association of BC, SafeCare BC, SWITCH BC, union partners, Doctors of BC, other central agencies, provincial/national associations, and across provincial networks. The position models psychological health and safety in the workplace, fosters team spirit, trust and mutual respect.
Qualifications
Education and Experience A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master’s degree in Psychology, Organization Development, Leadership, Adult Education, Occupational Health and Safety, Human Resources or a related discipline supplemented by a minimum of ten (10) years of senior leadership experience with a minimum of five (5) years at a leadership level. Competencies Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed.
Professional/Technical Capabilities Leadership capabilities in the areas of leading self, engaging others, driving change, achieving results, developing coalitions and system transformation are required. Comprehensive knowledge of PHS/OHS processes and applicable legislation, relevant collective agreements and principles of union/management relationships. Solid understanding of PHS/OHS best practices and policies. Strong leader who engages others, a relationship builder. A leader with entrepreneurial style who focuses on continuous improvement and transformation activities. A strategic thinker who is decisive and results driven with the ability to establish courses of action for self and others. Demonstrated ability to innovatively solve problems with a global perspective, make decisions and facilitate resolution of issues. Excellent communication skills including the ability to facilitate, negotiate, and persuade others. Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to influence change and decision-making at senior levels of an organization. Able to respond to the needs of stakeholders while being aware of the impact of actions on a system. Proven ability to create and execute strategic plans. Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to think critically, conceptualize issues, and systemically address them. Demonstrated ability to supervise, lead and coach staff. Demonstrates a solid commitment to the value of continuous learning. Ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff. Ability to approve, develop and oversee an annual budget. Demonstrated ability to make formal presentations. Ability to operate related equipment including various word processing software and spreadsheet programs.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $45.46 - $65.35 / hour
Job Summary
Bring your demonstrated leadership and consultation skills to this exciting opportunity as aLeader, Trades & Maintenance, Facilities Management, Fraser Health's Facilities Maintenance & Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and supervision of the day-to-day activities of the assigned service delivery area and coordinating major and minor hospital maintenance and construction projects. Your ability to work effectively and in collaboration/consultation with internal and external stakeholders will make you an ideal candidate for this role. Build on your education and career experience as you: Ensure the effective maintenance and operation of buildings, building systems, grounds, clinical and facilities equipment and hardware by utilizing efficient planning and scheduling and ensuring work is completed according to applicable regulations and standards. Evaluate technical and operational equipment, infrastructure and system risks and develop short and long-term plans for renewal and upgrades for the designated areas. Monitor the daily work activity of personnel within the assigned area to ensure safety procedures set by the department and regulatory agencies, such as WorkSafe BC, are fully complied with and that work is progressing according to plan. Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately report unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. Oversee, coordinate and manage designated facilities maintenance repairs, shutdowns, emergency response and development projects by ensuring work is aligned with clinical leaders and in accordance with agreed upon timelines, clinical service delivery and operational requirements to mitigate clinical service delivery disruption. Review and monitor work progress, making any changes as necessary in alignment and partnership with clinical leaders. Make decisions on behalf of the Facilities Maintenance & Operations department, to ensure continuity of service, ensuring appropriate communication with all partners, clients and contractors. Lead, supervise, and performance manage designated staff and be accountable for the area's operational planning as well as resource allocation and utilization. Participate in the management of grievances and labour relations matters by performing duties such as responding to 1st and 2nd step grievances, consulting with Human Resources personnel and/or the Manager as required. Recruit staff through methods such as interviewing internal and external applicants, making hiring decisions, completing required documentation and forwarding to Human Resources for processing. Look for opportunities to save money, reduce risk, improve process and increase resource utilization. Are you passionate about joining our team? We will be looking for you to have: Trades Qualification as a journeyman in a relevant trade or Power Engineering certificate Seven (7) years’ recent, related experience including a minimum of two (2) years direct supervisory experience As required, valid BC Drivers License and access to a vehicle for business-related purposes An equivalent combination of education, training and experience is acceptable Preference will be given to applicants with an Electrical Journeymen Ticket and an FSR (Field Safety Representative) ticket. This full time position is based at Burnaby Hospital, located in Burnaby, BC. The successful candidate must be available to be on call.
Detailed Overview
Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families:
Reporting to the Senior Manager, the Leader is responsible for overseeing the development and supervision of the day-to-day activities of the assigned service delivery area and coordinates major and minor hospital maintenance and construction projects through effective planning, project management and maintenance scheduling techniques. Leads and manages both preventative and emergency maintenance services for the designated areas. Ensures the smooth functioning and code compliance of designated/larger facilities, including Hospital equipment and systems, by managing and directly supervising the activities of designated maintenance leadership and staff level personnel and external contractors. The Leader oversees the review and evaluation of maintenance work plans in alignment with clinical leadership, and monitors progress, taking into account any risks or unexpected occurrences, as required. Liaises with colleagues in the industry to share information and establish/review benchmarks to review productivity; negotiates with contractors, regulatory bodies, manufacturers and/or suppliers, as applicable.
Responsibilities
Ensures the effective maintenance and operation of buildings, building systems, grounds, clinical and facilities equipment and hardware by utilizing efficient planning and scheduling and ensuring work is completed according to applicable regulations and standards. Evaluates technical and operational equipment, infrastructure and system risks and develops short and long-term plans for renewal and upgrades for the designated areas. Monitors the daily work activity of personnel within the assigned area to ensure safety procedures set by the department and regulatory agencies, such as WorkSafe BC, are fully complied with and that work is progressing according to plan. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. Oversees, coordinates and manages designated facilities maintenance repairs, shutdowns, emergency response and development projects by ensuring work is aligned with clinical leaders and in accordance with agreed upon timelines, clinical service delivery and operational requirements to mitigate clinical service delivery disruption. Reviews and monitors work progress, making any changes as necessary in alignment and partnership with clinical leaders. Makes decisions on behalf of the Facilities Maintenance & Operations department, to ensure continuity of service, ensuring appropriate communication with all partners, clients and contractors. Leads, supervises, and performance manages designated staff and is accountable for the area's operational planning as well as resource allocation and utilization; investigates work and staff issues and, where necessary, initiates disciplinary action up to and including termination. Participates in the management of grievances and labour relations matters by performing duties such as responding to 1st and 2nd step grievances, consulting with Human Resources personnel and/or the Manager as required, providing information and attending union/management meetings and arbitrations. Recruits staff through methods such as interviewing internal and external applicants, making hiring decisions, completing required documentation and forwarding to Human Resources for processing. Participates in the development of the designated facilities operating budget, identifies cost pressures and maintains responsibility for assigned budgets; provides input into the development of short and long-term plans for the facilities infrastructure, acquisition of capital equipment and supplies, and for the expansion of services. Looks for opportunities to save money, reduce risk, improve process and increase resource utilization. Develops and maintains the department’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) including preventative maintenance schedules and plans; reviews and adjusts schedules as necessary according to building system maintenance requirements, budget constraints, and available resources; ensures each scheduled review is consistent with good engineering and safety practices. Procures goods and services and evaluates performance of purchased equipment and contractors. Coordinates major and minor projects by reviewing working plans, drawings, and specifications, preparing preliminary cost estimates, determining resources required such as equipment and supplies, liaising with appropriate trades, user departments and contractors on the coordination and scheduling of construction work and reviewing project work to ensure completion in accordance to plan and adherence to applicable codes and organizational regulations. Prepares reports for the Manager or Director indicating progress of projects and documenting problems such as non-compliance with contract documents, delays and proposed resolutions to ensure projects are completed according to plan. As required, prepares detailed and single line mechanical, architectural and structural sketches/drawings, and tenders for renovation/repair projects as required; provides input into the recommendation of contract awards. Participates in a wide variety of committee meetings by attending departmental, health and safety, construction/project planning and union/management meetings as a representative of the department, as applicable. Maintains knowledge of current trends and technological advancements in the field, including up to date knowledge of applicable bylaws, codes regulations and standards. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Trades Qualification as a journeyman in a relevant trade or Power Engineering certificate, plus a minimum of seven (7) years’ recent, related experience including a minimum of two (2) years direct supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. As required, valid BC Drivers License and access to a vehicle for business-related purposes.
COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed.
Professional/Technical Capabilities Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to lead and inspire staff, and build a team environment that fosters trust and respect. Strong organizational, interpersonal, customer relations, communication and facilitation skills to develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Possesses business acumen and analytical skills to anticipate financial and business requirements and ensure effective use of resources. Demonstrated ability to manage maintenance and construction projects within a large complex health care environment. Comprehensive knowledge of working relationships and trades needs in a maintenance department within a hospital setting. Demonstrated ability to investigate issues and develop various options for resolutions. Demonstrated ability to operate current computer applications such as AutoCAD, word processing, database, spreadsheet, and maintenance management systems. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, health and safety.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the workforce. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warning Please be on alert for potential recruitment scams. We are aware of recent scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. Please note that we will never ask for money or payment at any point during our recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
