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Specialist Quality and Safety Saskatoon

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November 26 2024
Expected expiry date: December 3 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Health, Security, Disability,
Saskatoon, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 28187
  • Job Category Quality
  • Posting Date 11/25/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Locations Saskatoon City Hospital
  • Apply Before 12/03/2024, 11:00 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 194103

Expected Start Date: December 30, 2024

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Quality Improvement Operations

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager Quality & Safety, the Safety Consultant is accountable for the application of safety practices and standards to protect, promote and maintain the health & safety of the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The incumbent is also responsible for the implementation of the SHA Management System that would support the existing Safety Program, with the intent of exceeding minimum standards in Health & Safety. The Safety Consultant is a key role within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Quality & Safety portfolio. The Consultant is responsible to ensure consistent application of all patient and staff safety legislation, regulations and practices, quality improvement methodologies and client concern handling. The position is expected to maintain quality and safety as outlined in the SHA Quality & Safety Plan and support the deployment and replication of the SHA Management System throughout the organization. The Consultant may be assigned to support functions and duties related to Patient Safety, Staff Safety, Quality Improvement and/or Concern Handling, depending on area of need. The Consultant will participate in and lead efforts to link in with key stakeholders to support safety and continuous quality improvement at all levels of the organization. The Consultant may also be tasked with developing project teams, determining the scope of projects, establishing target dates, monitoring outcomes and providing regular updates. To be successful, the Consultant must effectively work with staff, leaders, physicians to integrate best practices and standards. The Consultant influences the success of system wide improvement and attainment of organizational goals.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Experience in leading teams and project management

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

  • Bachelor of Health Care Administration is acceptable
  • Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
  • Bachelor of Nursing is acceptable
  • Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Bachelor of Commerce is acceptable

Competencies

  • Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
  • Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical thinking skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
  • Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
  • Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
  • Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
  • Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
  • Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
  • Ability to lead and coach others
  • Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
  • Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
  • Ability to adapt to and implement change
  • Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
  • Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Other Information

  • Travel within Saskatchewan
  • For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.