At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead patient care services and ensure quality and safety in a community hospital setting.
- Company: Vancouver Island Health Authority, committed to improving health outcomes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential travel to remote communities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while supporting Indigenous communities.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in health discipline and 5 years of managerial experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55.46 - 79.72 $ per hour.
In 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 Site Director, Community Hospitals, the Site Manager is accountable for directing patient care services. This includes providing day-to-day direction for patient care delivery, operational planning, human resource deployment, financial monitoring, quality management and education. The Site Manager provides leadership in managing and implementing change and ensures an environment that supports both professional practice and alignment with the organization’s culture, values and strategic direction. The Site Manager provides professional and technical guidance to clinical staff and performs highly complex and varied tasks requiring independent knowledge and application to a variety of situations as well as exercises independent judgment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience: A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a relevant health discipline and five (5) years of relevant managerial experience. Appropriate certification, license or professional designation.
Skills And Abilities:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated leadership ability in the context of evolving needs and skills in negotiating creative solutions.
- Ability to integrate administrative, professional and operational aspects of the service areas throughout the Vancouver Island Health Authority in an effective and efficient manner.
- Ability to develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are embraced and used on a continuous basis.
- Strong management skills, particularly in staff and budget areas.
- Ability to work effectively with staff, physicians and community members.
We are committed to reconciliation and Indigenous leadership in health care. This position is open to all qualified applicants, with preference given to qualified First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates. We value lived experience and encourage applicants to share how their experience contributes to our shared purpose of improving health outcomes through culturally safe leadership.
This position will be matrix reporting to site operations and Indigenous Health with the expectation of working with Indigenous communities to support improved health care experiences for all people seeking care. Travel to remote communities by boat, plane or logging road may be a requirement.
Additional Clauses:
Priority access will be given to Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit) candidates.
Site Manager employer: Vancouver Island Health Authority
At Island Health, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritizes patient safety and continuous improvement. Located in the beautiful city of Victoria, BC, our team enjoys competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth within the healthcare sector. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive environment dedicated to innovation and excellence.
Contact Details:
Vancouver Island Health Authority Recruitment Team
