Clinical Initiatives Lead - (219639)
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Posted on:
14-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 Regional Manager or designate the Clinical Initiatives Lead provides leadership support and coordination of strategic service improvements for Mental Health and Substance Use services Primary Care Strategy Seniors Health and Community Virtual Care Capital Projects or Community Health Services via the Community Resource Team. Specifically the scope of this work includes establishing strong partnerships with operations medical leaders and others for the (re)development of clinical processes care delivery and procedure changes for initiatives identified as a priority within the addition the Lead collaborates on the development and implementation of education change management process and training strategies to support department staff and clinicians through these changes. They will partner with other members of the department team as well as other Island Health departments in order to advance initiatives.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
A level of education training and experience equivalent to a Masters degree in a related health discipline such as Nursing Allied Health Sciences or other relevant clinical discipline plus seven (7) years recent related experience providing clinical services. Experience leading and participating in a variety of related projects is an asset. Masters degree preferred.
Valid BC Drivers License.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability in clinical health care practice education and program planning development implementation and evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to provide progressive and innovative approaches to service delivery and program issues.
- Exceptional leadership skills with proven ability to bring about change in a proactive manner.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to effectively plan prioritize and carry out projects within deadlines together with analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Proven interpersonal skills including ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to stakeholders internal and external to the organization.
- Demonstrated commitment to person-focused services and teamwork.
- Ability to lead and participate in qualitative improvement processes and develop and nurture an environment where quality improvement principles are used on a continuous basis.
- Proven ability to facilitate negotiate and remain neutral in situations.
- Demonstrated commitment to Cultural Safety and Humility.
- Proven ability to utilize project management tools methodologies and templates for tracking and reporting progress.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability with a variety of Microsoft Office Suite tools including Excel PowerPoint as well as internet and e-mail systems.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
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Key Skills
- Administrative Skills
- Facilities Management
- Biotechnology
- Creative Production
- Design And Estimation
- Architecture
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
