Lead, Quality Improvement and Patient Safety

raser Health Authority values diversity within the workplace.  For this position, we also want to highlight  that First Nations, Inuit, Metis or Aboriginal ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for excellence in the position.  Pursuant to Section 41 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry

Fraser Health is committed to celebrating and uplifting Indigenous voices, talents and
leadership. Join a team that values your unique strengths and supports your growth.
With opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization alongside health
professionals who excel in their fields, you'll have the chance to make a difference every
single day.

Why join Fraser Health's Indigenous Health Team? 

Culturally safe workplaces

We respect and honour Indigenous traditions and perspectives, fostering a workplace
that is culturally safe and inclusive.

Career Development

• Elder support: Guidance and support from Indigenous Elders.
•  Indigenous leadership and development program: Empowering Indigenous
  employees to take on leadership roles.
•  Training programs: A range of support available both online and in-person,
  designed to help Indigenous employees.

Comprehensive benefits

• 100% Employer-paid benefits: Full coverage for peace of mind.
• Generous vacation time: Eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of
  vacation to recharge and relax.
• Cultural leave: Indigenous employees are eligible for five days of leave to
  participate in ceremonial, cultural or spiritual events.
• 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.
• Additional perks: Employee discounts on select stores and items

Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families:

The Lead, Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (QI/PS), works in partnership with operational and clinical leaders to provide leadership and expertise in the application of quality improvement principles, practices and tools, both at point of care and service and in support of clinical program priorities, in alignment with Fraser Health''s strategic goals. The Consultant promotes the integration and standardization of evidence-based systems and tools with the design of safe, effective, and efficient care delivery processes.

Education and Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree in a health care related field.

Five (5) years' recent, related experience in health care services leadership in progressively more responsible and varied roles, including a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the following areas of patient safety and quality improvement: patient safety education, reporting and follow-up; quality improvement knowledge and experience with development, implementation, evaluation and sustainment of quality improvement initiatives; and knowledge and experience with accreditation processes; and knowledge of and experience with application of change management principles to support local and regional change. Educational preparation in quality improvement, certificate in quality improvement, or equivalent training in the use of quality improvement methods and tools.

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 quality improvement principles, methods and tools.
• Demonstrated presentation, facilitation and teaching skills.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Proficiency in the use of computer software such as Excel, Visio, PowerPoint.

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.

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