Specialist, Palliative Care Implementation (OH Northwest)
Specialist, Palliative Care Implementation (OH Northwest)
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At Ontario Health we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity inspiration tenacity humility and care.
What Ontario Health offers:
Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type:
Fully paid medical dental and vision coverage from your first day
a health care spending or wellness spending account
a premium defined benefit pension plan
three personal days and two float days annually
three weeks vacation to start (for individual contributors) increasing to four weeks after two years
career development opportunities
a collaborative values-based team culture
a wellness program
a hybrid working model
participation in Communities of Inclusion
Want to make a difference in your career Consider this opportunity.
Drive Clinical Excellence and Regional Impact
Join a dynamic team at the forefront of advancing palliative care across the region. As a Palliative Care Implementation Specialist you will play a critical role in supporting the Lead Palliative Care Implementation and the Regional Implementation team in delivering a high-priority multi-year initiative. Where Indigenous communities wish to be involved they will provide support to Indigenous communities and Indigenous organizations for their implementation efforts. We are seeking passionate and innovative professionals who thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to making a difference in patient care.
This position will be regional in nature focusing on pertinent needs of the Northwest Region.
Here is what you will be doing:
Collaborative Project Support: Work closely with senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams to facilitate the successful implementation of region-wide palliative care initiatives.
Strategic Planning & Execution: Evaluate revise and assist in carrying out comprehensive plans to ensure all project accountabilities are met efficiently.
Project Management: Utilize best-practice project management processes and tools to monitor progress and keep projects on track.
Monitoring & Risk Management: Conduct ongoing status reviews identify and escalate key issues or risks and propose practical solutions to mitigate challenges.
Data-Driven Improvement: Implement data collection tools across organizations leveraging data and evidence to drive clinical quality improvements and support continuous learning and advancement in care delivery.
Reporting: Draft clear informative reports detailing implementation progress and maintain documentation to support effective project management and transparency.
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Present complex ideas in a clear compelling manner using strong written verbal and graphical skills ensuring information is accessible to diverse audiences.
Education & Collaboration: Partner with regional and local clinical experts to coordinate and support palliative care education initiatives fostering engagement and knowledge sharing throughout the region.
Be at the center of meaningful change using your project management expertise and passion for healthcare improvement to positively impact patients families and communities. If you are motivated by evidence-based practice continuous improvement and working closely with leaders and experts in the field we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of palliative care in our region.
Here is what you will need to be successful:
Education and Experience
A Bachelors degree is required with a preference for a degree in health science health administration business administration or a related discipline.
A Masters degree in one of the disciplines above is an asset.
Project management certification is an asset (i.e. PMP).
Three (3) years of project management experience is required with a strong preference for project experience within the health care sector.
Experience with palliative care initiatives is an asset.
Experience with community health organizations or long-term care homes is an asset.
A strong understanding of regional priorities and local health care needs within Ontarios health care landscape.
Knowledge and Skills
A commitment to developing a coordinated and standardized approach for delivering palliative care services for all people in Ontario regardless of their age or illness.
Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act and the Excellent Care for All Act.
Strong planning and project management skills.
Ability to successfully execute large-scale complex initiatives.
Excels in a fast-paced and objective-based environment.
Superior attention to detail with excellent organization and time management skills.
Able to prioritize effectively anticipate and respond to issues as they arise.
Aptitude for proactive problem solving by recommending thorough and practical solutions to a wide range of complex problems.
A strong understanding of the continuum of care including clinical processes with the ability to facilitate the effective use of clinical data for quality improvement purposes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Supports the advancement of equity inclusion and diversity across Ontarios health care system.
Commitment to engage with First Nations Indigenous Mtis and urban Indigenous peoples as they self-determine their own approach to palliative care.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook Teams Word PowerPoint Visio and Excel.
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Location
Thunder Bay Ontario (currently hybrid; subject to change)
Employment Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term) Full timeContract Length:
10 Month(s)Salary Band:
Band 4External Application Deadline Date:
July 16 2025All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.
Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations Mtis Inuit and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members ofBlack and racializedgroups; 2SLGBTQIA communities; trans and nonbinary individuals;and people living with disabilities.
Ontario Health is an accessible employer and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process please email and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
