Lead, Allied Health Practice – Island Health

Job Title: Lead, Allied Health Practice

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: Close DateDec. 16 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 Time0800-1600Days OffWeekend/Stats, FridayVacancy TypeRegular PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$54.37 – $78.16Paid FTE0.84Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS60Planned Start DateJan. 13 2025Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC 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, Professional Practice – Allied Health, the Lead, Allied Health Practice leads the strategic planning/design, implementation, promotion, evaluation and maintenance of discipline specific projects and initiatives designed to support unregulated and regulated health profession practices such as scope of practice and regulations, transition of unregulated professions to regulated, patient safety priorities, orientation, resource planning, and research in order to enhance practice environments and effective and efficient quality care.Travel is a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGraduate of an approved clinical health profession with a Master’s degree in that health profession, health administration, education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A minimum of seven (7) years’ of recent, related clinical experience inclusive of a minimum of three (3) years’ of experience in education, clinical leadership and/or operational experience in a complex health care environment including progressive clinical practice, education, research, and project management and leadership experiences. Current practicing registration with a relevant allied health regulatory college and/or association/society in British Columbia. Valid BC Driver’s License.Skills And Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of professional practice, allied health regulations and standards, regulations and their application across the continuum of care.
• Ability to guide and build consensus with allied health professionals across the organization.
• Advanced competency in project/program implementation, management, and evaluation.
• Understanding of regulated and unregulated allied health professions and ability to provide effective recommendations that can enhance practice and ensure quality of care.
• Ability to lead organization change.
• Familiarity with current trends and issues related to allied health.
• Ability to develop and evaluate audit tools that provides meaningful feedback to clinical areas.
• Ability to identify opportunities that promote improved quality clinical care.
• Demonstrated ability to apply an evidence-based framework to inform decision-making.
• Advanced communication (written, oral, and presentation) skills, demonstrated organizational, planning and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated computer literacy competencies, including proficient use of Microsoft office. suite (e.g. word, excel, power point, outlook) as well as learning technologies.
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.

Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsThe Allied Health Practice team is expanding! We are looking for an exceptional individual to join the team and lead profession-specific projects and initiatives to advance medical imaging and laboratory services professional practice across Island Health. In addition to role-specific education and qualifications, our ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the legislation, regulation, accreditation, and controls on practice relevant to other related health care disciplines. The individual must be comfortable building meaningful and effective working relationships across Island Health’s clinical and corporate programs. Additionally, they will be able to effectively collaborate with our key external partners. The successful applicant will be part of a supportive, positive, and dynamic interprofessional team that is passionate about promoting quality practice environments and excellent client care. If you think this position is a good fit with your skills and interests, we hope to hear from you!

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