Lead, Clinical Governance Secretariat – Island Health

Title of the Job: Lead, Clinical Governance Secretariat

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: Close DateOct. 17 2024LocationRoyal Jubilee Hospital – Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites may be requiredShift Start Time/End Time0830-1630Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeTemp FTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$45.64 – $65.60Paid FTE1.0Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS75Planned Start DateNov. 4 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Nov. 4 2025Pending Return of IncumbentYesCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)NoJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Director or designate, the Lead provides leadership, support and coordination of the Regional and Local Quality structures quality assurance and quality improvement activities including the required operational enablers. Specifically, the scope of this work includes supporting the re-development and sustainment of a regional quality strategy within the structure of the Regional and Local Quality structures, which is delivered in partnership with operational leaders and with the guidance of key advisory bodies.This role will provide leadership to the Regional and Local Quality structures and ensure alignment with the Council Terms of Reference including alignment with broader Island Health quality governance. A primary role of the Lead is establishing partnerships with operational and other key practice advisors to establish the processes, standards and infrastructure to develop and maintain a range of permanent and evolving Practice Networks and Advisory groups to enable realization of the strategic quality plan. The Lead will collaborate with evaluators, governance structures, advisory groups and other key stakeholders to initiate and maintain reporting in alignment with the Regional and Local Quality structures, including the development and reporting of quality metrics.Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceA level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree in a related health field and seven (7) years related experience including two (2) years’ experience in quality improvement and evaluation, and three (3) years in clinical service delivery. Valid BC Driver’s License.Skills And Abilities

• Educational preparation in quality improvement certificate in quality improvement or equivalent training in the use of quality improvement methods and tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to effectively self-manage time as it relates to deadlines and workload.
• Ability to facilitate solution-focused approaches through innovation and creativity.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to model organizational values and principles.
• Ability to identify, plan and complete both small and large scale initiatives.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Ability to utilize a range of technological supports and software (e.g. PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, SharePoint)

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