Health Services Manager, Medical Unit, SSRH

Job title: Health Services Manager, Medical Unit, SSRH

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Job description: Req ID: 105601
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Company: NSHA
Department: OPWZ Admin Nrs SSR
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: Management position
Posting Closing Date: 3-Feb-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community-based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Western Zone Director Health Services, the Health Services Manager, Medical Unit develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates all activities and resources within this portfolio, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team and stakeholders to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of patient care. The Manager ensures that the principle and practices that guide Nova Scotia Health such as the vision, mission, values, expected behaviours, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are visible at the front line and within daily activities.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree related to healthcare or management
• Current designation with applicable professional association; (Social Work, Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy, Nursing, etc) is required
• Master’s degree related to healthcare or management is preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years recent related experience, including at least two (2) years’ experience in a formal leadership role with responsibilities related to program planning, evaluation, human resource, partnerships and financial management
• Information systems – ability to work within Microsoft Office suite
• Progressive leadership and/or management experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of healthcare structures, environments and services
• Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated abilities related to staff and program development and evaluation
• Demonstrated networking, negotiation and change management skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
• Physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position
• Travel may be required; valid NS driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Competencies in other languages, French preferred

Please Note: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

• Full Time, Long Assignment; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Commencing as soon as possible; approximate one year assignment

Salary Information

$41.1721 – $54.7053

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date. Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs, as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid Registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy. Only online applications are accepted.

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Location: Bridgewater, NS

Job date: Fri, 29 Jan 2021 07:03:28 GMT