DEPARTMENT: Hospital Medicine Program

BARGAINING UNIT: Management and Non-Bargaining

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

Job Summary

The successful candidate reports to the Administrative Director of Medical Services and works under the functional authority of the Assistant Vice-President of Medical Affairs and Primary Health Care. Works with the program team to achieve objectives and ensures that medical services are delivered to the inpatient clientele of the regional hospital to which the successful candidate is assigned.

Is the key person ensuring that the program is a success in their zone. Is a central resource person in hospital medicine and is responsible for pursuing the program. Supports the hospitalist physicians and serves as the anchor point for medical staff in relation to all administrative and operational aspects of the program. Works with data analysis specialists, coordinating physicians and other professionals inside and outside the Network. Manages all operations of the program in their zone.

Works closely with various Network departments such as Research, Medical Training, Project Management Office, Quality, Integrated Risk Management and Planning. Collaborates on a multisectoral and partnership basis both inside and outside the Network.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or the health field;
• Three years of experience in a related field;
• Any other combination of training and experience deemed relevant and equivalent may be considered;
• Excellent competencies using Excel;
• Ability to identify deficiencies and make changes;
• Solid relationship-building skills, assertiveness, confidence, and proactive behaviour, particularly related to covering difficult-to-fill shifts;
• Ability to manage numerous projects/tasks at the same time;
• Understanding of the organization's needs and priorities;
• Ability to set priorities and meet objectives;
• Initiative and leadership;
• Solid organizational, synthesis, data analysis and problem-solving skills as well as good judgement;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethics principles, the Network's management philosophy, and organizational values;
• Compliance with Vitalit̩ Health Network's confidentiality rules.
• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.