Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $45.48/Hr. - CAD $65.38/Hr. Job Summary Come work as a Quality Leader, Clinical Quality and Safety with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Quality Leader, Clinical Quality and Safety to join the Quality & Utilization team at Vancouver General Hospital. Apply today to join our team! As a Quality Leader, Clinical Quality and Safety with Vancouver Coastal Health you will: Provide specialized skills in the support of achieving Vancouver Coastal Health’s (VCH’s) organizational and quality improvement strategic direction. Provide expertise and support to clinical operations, corporate services and unit-based teams directed at improving the safety and quality of care and client experience at VCH. Ensure that initiatives are aligned with organizational goals, objectives and improvement priorities. Promote the development and enrichment of an organization-wide improvement culture, and work as part of the team to achieve outcomes, provide leadership to specific projects, support the identification of system improvement opportunities, support the development of knowledge, and the use of quality improvement methods and tools to improve work processes. Function at all levels of the organization, across all programs and sites, partner with point-of-care teams (physicians, nursing, and allied care) and interact with senior leadership, clinical directors, patient and resident care management and corporate and support leaders. Qualifications Education & Experience Master’s Degree in Health Services Administration, Science or Business Administration of related studies. Three (3) to five (5) years recent, related experience with quality improvement, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Expert knowledge and three (3) years’ experience utilizing the methodology and tools of continuous improvement to support process improvement and system redesign. Knowledge & Abilities Knowledge of and experience with quality improvement methodologies (Model for Improvement, LEAN, Six Sigma), techniques (measurement, learning models, change management theory, influencing techniques) and tools (e.g., process mapping, workflow diagrams, system monitoring and evaluation, PDSA cycles, data display with run and control charts). Displays comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies and ability to coach team members on these skills. Utilizes independent thinking and creative problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and teamwork skills to function within a complex interdisciplinary environment. Works effectively under time pressure to meet deadlines, balance work priorities and resolve problems in a timely manner. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Closing Statement As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. We embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan. Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities. Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families. Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers. Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff. At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary. Job Summary Job Title: Hand and Wrist Surgeon Work Site: Vancouver General Hospital, St. Paul’s Hospital Status: Full-Time Start Date: January 1, 2025 Compensation Type: Clinical Service Contract Come work as a Hand and Wrist Surgeon with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! The Division of Plastic Surgery in conjunction with Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Health in Vancouver is accepting applications for a full-time permanent position with a focus on adult hand and wrist trauma and reconstruction. Applicants must have subspecialty fellowship training in a Plastic Surgery subspecialty with emphasis on adult hand and wrist surgery. Experience and training in microsurgery would be an asset. The successful candidate will be expected to cover full time general plastic surgery call within the division and be comfortable with tertiary level plastic surgery trauma and reconstruction. The hospital services, together with the University of British Columbia Division of Plastic Surgery and the University of British Columbia Department of Surgery are involved in undergraduate, post-graduate and continuing medical education programs. Available resources include access to the main Operating Room, Minor Treatment Room, and a hospital-based clinic. Applicants must be certified in Plastic Surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (Canada), and be eligible for licensure by the BC College of Physicians and Surgeons. The successful applicant must qualify for and will be recommended for a Clinical Faculty Position in the University of British Columbia, Department of Surgery. They will be expected to be involved in clinical teaching at all levels and research. Qualifications Education, Licensing, & Experience: Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Eligible Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) - Mandatory Surgical Skills - Mandatory Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.” Applications must include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, a description of previous academic experience and of training relevant to the position, as well as of additional specialty training, if any, and three professional references. Applications will be accepted until 30 November 2024. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary. Job Summary Job Title: Family Practitioner, Addiction Medicine Work Site: Various Sites Status: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Compensation Type: APA Come work as a Family Practitioner, Addiction Medicine with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a position with 0.2 FTE minimum (2 sessions/week) or up to 0.8 FTE maximum in Addiction Medicine to cover clinic work which is part of our continuum of services for clients seeking assistance for mental health and substance use disorders. This position will be at one or more of the following sites in Vancouver, where is negotiable: South MHSU Raven Song MHSU Grandview Woodlands MHSU The physician will work within a team that includes nurses, social workers and other physicians, including psychiatrists. Skills in addiction medicine including medical assessment, withdrawal management, co-occurring disorders, pain management and opioid agonist treatment are expected assets. The physician will adhere to the guidelines, policies and procedures set forth by the organization to include (but not limited to): harm reduction, trauma informed and culturally safe practice. The physician will foster a collaborative inter-professional practice environment that enhances client-centred services within the associated sites/services. The physician works within a self-directed team of physicians and other inter-professional colleagues to achieve excellence in client-centred care. Qualifications Education, Licensing, & Experience: A Medical Degree and eligibility for licensure, in good standing, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Current Canadian Medical Protection Association, or equivalent, coverage. Eligibility for a faculty appointment with the University of British Columbia, School of Medicine and participation in educational activities is ideal. If not already a member, become a member of the Medical Staff of Vancouver Coastal Health. Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC)- Full Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP)- Mandatory Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)- Mandatory Knowledge & Abilities: Certification in Addiction Medicine or an eligibility and willingness to pursue certification Experience in prescribing the range of opioid agonist treatment (OAT) A demonstrated ability working as a member of an interprofessional health care team A commitment to participate in new methods in health improvement and care delivery, including shared care Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Ben Murphy, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.” Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Summary Job Title: General Practitioner, STAT Centre Work Site: UBC Hospital Status: Locum Start Date: January 20, 2025 Compensation Type: Alternative Payment Method Come work as a General Practitioner with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! The physician working in this program will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals to serve a vulnerable population. The site provides a patient-centred, geriatric-focused environment where assessments and management can be done thoroughly and progress can be monitored. These patients are under the care of the GP MRP and have the availability of consulting Geriatric Psychi patients on your panel. Responsibilities Work with Specialists and Interdisciplinary team to optimally assess and treat patients. Collaborate with patient’s primary care provider. Follow the complex medical issues and medication regimes of referred patients, in collaboration with their family physician over a period of approximately 20 visits. Involvement in interdisciplinary team rounds, care conferences, and family meetings as needed. Involvement in intake meetings and in the triage process as needed. Liaison with community primary care providers, involved specialists, and pharmacists to facilitate safe, optimal discharges. Liaison between Inpatient Unit and site for appropriate patients who transition from one to the other. Expectation to be available outside of sessional hours for urgent lab or diagnostic results during daytime weekday hours (this may be shared among other DH GPs). Evening or weekend on-call is 1 in 9 and covered by MOCAP funding. Qualifications Education, Licensing, & Experience: Full or provisional licensure by the BC College of Physicians and Surgeons. Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) – Full. Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory. Experience in elder care. He or she will report to the Program Medical Director, Community Geriatric Health Services, the STAT Centre Medical Coordinator, and through them to the Senior Medical Director, Vancouver Community. All VCH physicians must be appointed as medical staff of Vancouver Coastal Health. A clinical faculty appointment with the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine is desired as resident supervision and involvement in education initiatives is an expectation. Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Ben Murphy, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.” Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities. Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families. Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers. Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff. At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary. Job Summary Job Title: General Practitioner Work Site: Various locations Status: Permanent, 0.3 FTE Start Date: January 09, 2025 Compensation Type: Alternative Payment Arrangement Come work as a General Practitioner with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate provider (GP/NP) to join an innovative outreach role which will support clients in supported housing. This role is critical in providing episodic care to diverse populations across our community, focusing on urgent health needs with a strong emphasis on mental health, substance use, and systems coordination. As a General Practitioner with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will: In this role you will act as the MRP for patients in the following housing models: Victory House (hybrid): Longitudinal primary care for 45 total clients (34 of them are attached to the Strathcona Mental Health & Substance Use team with chronic, severe mental health issues) To round in person 1 week a month with virtual support otherwise from 9-5 Monday-Friday Time: 4 hours a week Complex Care Housing (hybrid): Episodic/bridging primary care for vulnerable clients in complex care housing sites across Vancouver These sites have nurses embedded who would request consultation for episodic care issues as well any primary care needs that come up This work could be done virtually or in person with an outreach visit Time: 8 hours per week Cambie Gardens Complex Support Housing (in-person): Longitudinal primary care for 44 complex care patients To round in person 1 week a month Time: 4 hours per week Mobile De-Escalation Team (remote): A same-day crisis response team for individuals in the inner city who are experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis Provide on-call, virtual, episodic care to patients, who will be initially assessed by our nurses in-person on Saturdays or Sundays from 0800-1900 Time: 10 hours per week Qualifications Education, Licensing, & Experience: Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC)- Provisional Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) - Eligible Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)- Mandatory Knowledge & Abilities: Provide episodic care to patients who will be initially assessed by their respective housing site’s nurse This could be done virtually or in-person Liaise with nursing staff to create an episodic care plan for a patient and determine which services they will be bridged/connected to Coordinating with the other physicians/NPs and/or other VCH outreach teams as needed to ensure continuity of care This episodic care could require: Skin and soft tissue infection (SSTI) management Bridging scripts for opiate agonist management Antipsychotic titration for mental health decompensation Virtual certification with a Form 4 (on rare occasions) Care coordination, as well as liaison with specialists Requirements: MD degree with a current license to practice in British Columbia. Experience in primary care, emergency medicine, psychiatry, or related fields. Proficiency in virtual care platforms and electronic medical records. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to patient-centered care and harm reduction principles. You will need to use Profile EMR, PARIS as well as Cerner for this role, and will be compensated for any training required. Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Ben Murphy, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.” Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary. Job Summary Job Title: Craniofacial Surgeon Work Site: Vancouver General Hospital, St. Paul’s Hospital Status: Full-Time Start Date: January 1, 2025 Compensation Type: Clinical Service Contract Come work as a Craniofacial Surgeon with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! The Division of Plastic Surgery in conjunction with Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Health in Vancouver is accepting applications for a full-time permanent position with a focus on adult craniofacial trauma and reconstruction. Applicants must have subspecialty fellowship training in a Plastic Surgery subspecialty with emphasis on adult craniofacial surgery. Experience and training in head and neck reconstruction including microsurgery would be an asset. The successful candidate will be expected to cover full-time general plastic surgery call within the division and be comfortable with tertiary level plastic surgery trauma and reconstruction. The hospital services, together with the University of British Columbia Division of Plastic Surgery and the University of British Columbia Department of Surgery are involved in undergraduate, post-graduate, and continuing medical education programs. Available resources include access to the main Operating Room, Minor Treatment Room, and a hospital-based clinic. Applicants must be certified in Plastic Surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (Canada), and be eligible for licensure by the BC College of Physicians and Surgeons. The successful applicant must qualify for and will be recommended for a Clinical Faculty Position in the University of British Columbia, Department of Surgery. They will be expected to be involved in clinical teaching at all levels and research. Qualifications Education, Licensing, & Experience: Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Eligible Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) - Mandatory Surgical Skills - Mandatory Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.” Applications must include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, a description of previous academic experience and of training relevant to the position, as well as of additional specialty training, if any, and three professional references. Applications will be accepted until 30 November 2024. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for the offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $65.57/Hr. - CAD $94.25/Hr. Job Summary Come work as a Regional Director, Quality and Patient Safety with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Regional Director of Quality and Patient Safety to the Vancouver Acute team. As a key member of our leadership team, the Regional Director of Quality and Patient Safety, reporting directly to the Executive Director of Quality & Patient Safety and Experience, will spearhead the strategic planning, execution, and assessment of our clinical quality and patient safety initiatives. This pivotal role involves fostering a culture of continuous improvement in patient safety and quality throughout our organization and its clinical areas. Leading a diverse, multi-site team spanning Communities of Care and beyond, they will drive forward initiatives and execute strategic programs with precision and impact. The role will lead the development and implementation of strategic framework, organizational policies, and strategies in accordance with both the Ministry of Health’s mandate, and Accreditation Canada Required Organizational Practices. The role identifies and supports opportunities to improve overall quality and patient safety in a measurable way through embedding partner insights into clinical policy, education and planning and/or redesign strategies consistent with organizational goals and vision. Success in this role demands a high level of expertise, critical oversight, and meticulous planning. The Director plays a crucial role in fostering alignment and unity across VCH by employing data analytics, measurement tools, and improvement strategies. The Director’s involvement with various health sector and ministry/government committees, initiatives, and legislation, locally, provincially, and nationally, ensures VCH’s alignment with current and future strategic direction, research, and goals in all areas of practice. This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health. Please note this position will also work in other Vancouver Acute areas. Apply today to join our team! As a Regional Director, Quality and Patient Safety with Vancouver Coastal Health you will: Demonstrate strategic planning, leadership, expertise, situational management, and problem solving, including the promotion of evidence-informed clinical quality, related activities, and engagement of partners including all service providers. Lead in the development and implementation of an organizational quality and patient safety framework for the organization to support engagement of partners from point of care through planning and delivery that includes their unique insights including development and monitoring of key performance indicators. Lead a team and is responsible for the development and oversight of regional Quality & Patient Safety strategic portfolio priority(ies), in addition to leading quality and patient safety initiatives across the organization/designated areas/facilities. Oversee and ensure that the departmental strategies are aligned with the VCH strategic priorities while building capacity across the organization. Works collaboratively with local, provincial and national partners to inform, develop and deploy organizational strategies. The role is entrusted with the responsibility of representing VCH at provincial and national committees and organizations, as aligned with this key role. Oversee and coordinate the identification of meaningful overall organizational quality data and measurement in close partnership with Decision Support and Analytics ensuring they are reported and shared through reports, presentations, education and collaboration with VCH leadership and the Board. Partners and bridges information from other departments across the health authority, to inform the overall human experience at VCH. Provide overall leadership and direction to team members using effective management techniques (e.g., coaching, mentoring, skill and leadership development, performance management) and motivates them towards the attainment of the departmental goals. Recommends changes to organizational structures to reflect evolving needs and is responsible to ensure and support an on-going system for measuring performance. Develop overall department budget to complement strategic directions within existing fiscal constraints and uses best utilization methods to thoroughly monitor and adhere to allocated budget. Promote a culture that encourages a healthy work environment, individual responsibly and personal commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient safety. Recruit and manages assigned staff in accordance with professional standards, performance expectations and current legislated/contractual obligations. Qualifications Education & Experience Current Masters’ Degree in a related health profession plus ten (10) years’ recent, related experience in clinical quality and patient safety in a complex health care environment including progressive clinical practice, education, research, project management and leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge & Abilities Demonstrated compassionate leadership with the ability to manage complex and sensitive conversations with a focus on overall experience and mutually beneficial solutions. Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in experience in care theory into program strategy and direction. Knowledge of current and future health care issues that impact the designated portfolio. Competent decision making that manages and considers the potential impact to health authority service provision and client care, as well as considers industry trends, Ministry of Health initiatives, and government directions including Accreditation Canada, B.C. Patient Safety and Quality Council and the Canadian Patient Safety Institute. Utilizes sound business acumen to manage the fiscal resources in a manner that is financially responsible and consistent with the overall goals of the organization. Applies project management methodologies in the design and development of various frameworks, tools, and techniques. Develops and maintains strong relationships with key internal and external partners to promote and enhance services provided with sensitivity to diversity and indigenous lens. Practices the recognition, inclusion and support of all types and aspects of diversity at all stages of engagement, with an understanding of the issues faced by people from equity-deserving groups. Strong systems-thinking, critical analysis, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Demonstrated knowledge in quality and utilization management, quality improvement methodologies, principles, tools, and workload measurement; evidence-based practice in patient safety. Facilitates, collaborates, and negotiates for effective resolution of clinical quality and patient safety issues. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization. Identifies, collects, and analyzes relevant information, including industry-wide assessments and research, to support health planning and sustainable quality improvement within the organization’s clinical and administrative processes. Expertly understands health systems information, health services operations, and external health care environment to appropriately analyze complex information, research, and policy mandates. Provides expertise and support in the development of organizational goals and objectives, performance indicators, appropriate databases, and statistical and analytical tools. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position. Closing Statement If you have any questions, please reach out to Harleen at As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary. Job Summary Job Title: Kidney Transplant Surgeon Work Site: Vancouver General Hospital Status: Permanent Start Date: September 1, 2024 Compensation Type: Clinical Service Contract Come work as a Kidney Transplant Surgeon with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Seeking a fully qualified Kidney Transplant Surgeon to join our growing team in sole Kidney Transplant Program in British Columbia. Primarily sited at Vancouver General Hospital, the candidate will participate in all aspects of Kidney Transplant care delivery, from preassessment, workup, adjudication, perioperative management, living kidney donation, living and deceased donor kidney transplantation, combined organ transplantation, postoperative management of the donor and recipient, and long term followup of both donor and recipient populations. The candidate will be familiar with allocation protocols and participate in deceased donor case workup as well as allocation of organs and deceased donor multiorgan procurement as part of regular duties. The candidate will be expected to be trained, experienced and independent in all aspects of transplant surgery including minimally invasive living donor surgery, kidney implant surgery, multiorgan deceased donor procurement, allograft nephrectomy, urinary reconstruction post transplantation, etc. Preferences will be made for candidate who hold ASTS certification in Kidney and/or Multiorgan Transplantation from an accredited ASTS training site. The candidate must hold a certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent, without documented training deficiencies, and be eligible for licensure by the BC College of Physicians and Surgeons. The candidate is expected to forward Programmatic agendas, including formal QA/QI work, Program advancement through strategic advocacy at the Provincial, National and International levels, and/or initiate/advance a domain of transplant related research throughout their career. Candidates are eligible and expected to apply for and successfully advance, an academic appointment through the University of British Columbia. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic and excellent multidisciplinary team based acumen, working with transplant Nephrology, other transplant Clinical Transplant Services, allied health and more. The candidate will be regularly involved in teaching responsibilities for undergraduate and postgraduate trainees as well as Fellows, which will be day to day requirements as well as form a significant pillar of promotions and tenure evaluation of the candidate's UBC academic appointment. This position will be funded through a clinical service contract (CSC) and the successful candidate must sign onto the CSC and related governance agreements in order to deliver transplant related services in BC. The successful candidate will participate in Kidney Transplant Surgery on-call schedules as well as the Below Diaphragm Procurement Schedule, and together with the existing surgical team will commit to 24/7/365 Transplant Surgical Services coverage for the Province. General Urology or other Surgical clinical practice is not restricted within the auspices of the CSC, however it is unlikely that beyond the commitments as stated above, the candidate surgeon practitioner will have the ability to generate a significant stable practice over the long term. The primary appointment of the successful candidate will be within the Department of Urologic Sciences and the participant will be beholden to the rights and responsibilities thereof. Qualifications Education, Licensing, & Experience: Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Full Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory Surgical Skills – Mandatory Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.” Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary The salary range for this position is CAD $45.48/Hr. - CAD $65.38/Hr. Job Summary Come work as a Legal Counsel 1 with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, the Legal Counsel 1 possesses strong legal research, legal analysis, and client relations skills. The Legal Counsel 1 conducts intake, as assigned, of client’s legal advice inquiries and conducts issues identification, legal research, and upfront legal analysis for the Senior Legal Counsel. Under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel, the Legal Counsel 1 participates in assessing and making recommendations on policies, procedures and practices. The Legal Counsel 1 will work closely with the Senior Legal Counsel as part of an in-house legal team to support VCH leaders, managers, and staff. As a Legal Counsel 1 with Vancouver Coastal Health you will: Conduct intake, as assigned, of client’s legal advice inquiries, including conducting client intake interviews and requesting and reviewing relevant documents and information. Conduct issues identification, legal research, and upfront legal analysis for the Senior Legal Counsel, in order to support the Senior Legal Counsel in providing strategic legal advice and opinions to VCH leadership. Work closely, under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel, with a diverse set of professionals including operations, finance, human resources, risk management, professional practice leaders and other clinical and corporate functions to provide legal support on various VCH projects and strategic initiatives. Advise internal stakeholders, under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel, on legal strategies and solutions to mitigate legal risk. Participate in assessing and making recommendations on policies, procedures and practices under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel. Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep up-to-date with health sector trends, new/revised legislation and developing case law. Perform other job-related duties. Qualifications Education & Experience Law Degree from a recognized University supplemented by zero (0) to four (4) years of recent, related experience practicing law, preferably with a public sector organization or a firm providing legal services to a public sector organization. Health care experience or health law advising experience is an asset. A member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia (or eligible for membership within a specified period). Knowledge & Abilities Strong legal research and legal analysis skills. Ability to multitask effectively. Familiarity with and/or ability to understand complex healthcare systems. Ability to develop and bring forward solutions and communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) with a variety of audiences. Some experience in reviewing and drafting legal documents such as affidavits and legal agreements. Ability to foster and maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders. Exemplary interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills. Models personal integrity and accountability, and is a committed team player. Closing Statement As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH): VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan. Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities. Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families. Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers. Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff. At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary. Job Summary Job Title: General Surgeon Work Site: qathet General Hospital Status: Permanent Start Date: January 01, 2025 Compensation Type: Fee-for-Service Come work as a General Surgeon with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! We are looking for a general surgeon to replace a retiring surgeon on our team in Powell River, situated in the North Sunshine Coast. With a surrounding population of approximately 25,000, the town is a popular summer tourist destination known for its natural beauty, vibrant festivals (such as PRISMA and Kathaumix), and a growing food scene. With 32 lakes and innumerable rivers in the immediate surrounds, life in the community is maximized by spending time in the outdoors. qathet General is a 33-bed hospital with a wonderful group of primary care physicians and specialists including obstetrics, ophthalmology, internal medicine, GP anesthesia and GP/IM oncology. We provide full service general surgery including endoscopy surgical services. This opportunity is to join a team of 2 other surgeons with a well-established office and 3 lovely and experienced MOAs. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about general surgery looking for a broad surgical practice in a supportive surgical group and welcoming community setting. Previous 10 year plus surgical experience especially in a rural setup would be an asset. The work balance comprises office, endoscopy, ambulatory, and operating room procedures. Our schedule is currently arranged in 6-week cycles with 4 weeks on and 2 weeks without call or scheduled hospital-based work. During the weeks on, there is an average of 2 days of endoscopy, 1 half day of ambulatory, and 1 full OR day alongside clinic each week. Call is divided in 1-week increments from Monday to the following Sunday. The schedule is created collaboratively each year amongst the 3 surgeons and is flexible to accommodate vacations or important dates. Additionally, we have good locum support over key holidays and other periods that will continue. Our general surgery practice hosts 1-2 general surgery residents each year so there are teaching and mentorship opportunities available. Job posting is for a position covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination order and selected applicant(s) must comply with the requirements of the order. Qualifications Education, Licensing, & Experience: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Desired Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) - Desired Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) - Full Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory Closing Statement Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Alice Morales, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.” Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr
