Shape surgical patient education at UHN in Toronto through health literacy and stakeholder engagement across Toronto General and Toronto Western Hospitals.
As a Patient Education Specialist, you will plan a centralized Surgical Patient Education Hub for Sprott Surgery. You will assess current practices, analyze gaps, engage stakeholders, and align recommendations with UHN standards and digital strategy. This temporary full-time contract runs through March 31, 2027.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inventory surgical education materials, channels, platforms, and workflows
- Assess variation, duplication, gaps, accessibility, and standardization opportunities
- Engage clinical, patient, operational, communications, and digital stakeholders
- Develop the centralized Surgical Patient Education Hub model
- Produce reports, recommendations, and an implementation roadmap
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
- Three to five years of related healthcare experience
- Experience with assessments, gap analyses, or implementation planning
- Knowledge of health literacy and adult learning principles
- Strong facilitation, organization, writing, and presentation skills
Bring health literacy, facilitation, and healthcare planning expertise to advance accessible surgical education across UHN.
Patient Education Specialist Toronto employer: University Health Network
University Health Network (UHN) is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals passionate about advancing healthcare through AI-driven research. Located in the heart of Toronto, UHN offers employees access to cutting-edge resources, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to impactful work that enhances patient care. Join us to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming the future of theranostics and clinical trials.
