Patient Care Manager - Perioperative Surgical Services and Endoscopy Programs

Halton Healthcare•Oakville, ON

4d•CA$66 - CA$83•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of the Operating Room (OR), and Endoscopy Suite for both Surgical Services and Ambulatory Care is responsible for all aspects of planning, organizing and directing the delivery of patient care services within the OR and Endoscopy Departments. Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always! At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve. Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Requirements

BScN required
Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current BCLS certification required
A minimum of 5 years of current clinical experience in a similar setting required
A minimum of 3 years of recent experience as a Patient Care Manager or Professional Practice Leader
Demonstrates a current knowledge base regarding best practice for the surgical patient and endoscopy patient and draws upon contemporary evidence and/or research-based practice methods and standards.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage; to motivate, delegate and operate in both structured and unstructured situations.
Strong planning skills, strategic and operational skills.
Demonstrated expertise in quality improvement for programs, new business and staff development; ability to develop an environment where quality improvement principles are embraced and used on a continuous basis.
Demonstrated leadership, planning and project management skills
Strong problem solving and change management skills
Consultative, collaborative leadership style which encourages commitment to a shared vision
Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
Innovative, creative and professional role model
Ability to prioritize/organize multiple projects with strict deadlines. Ability to work autonomously.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio
Satisfactory employment and attendance record required

Nice To Haves

Masters preparation or evidence of substantial completion preferred
Knowledge of SETP and ORBC data base an asset

Responsibilities

Develop and lead the implementation of the departmental strategic plans by setting goals, objectives and policies while adapting to the changes in the hospitals strategic direction in consultation/collaboration with the Program Leader, physician partners and team members.
In collaboration with the surgical team and ambulatory team sets standards for the OR and endoscopy that are reflective of the regulatory colleges or professional bodies and relevant legislation and works with the OR and endoscopy staff to ensure that these standards are met for each surgical specialty.
Monitor and report on compliance with relevant standards
Develops an environment where quality improvement principles are embraced and used on a continuous basis.
Prepare and monitor annual operating and capital budgets.
Administer the budget allocated and strive to optimize the performance of resources to meet the financial budget targets.
Manage human resources for the relevant areas. Hire and manage staff performance as determined by human resource policies, union contracts, legislation and standards of practice
Participate in Patient Care Administration on-call roster for Milton District and Georgetown Hospitals.
Develop, implement and audit quality assurance programs and quality indicators for the operating room and sterile processing activities.
Stay current and make recommendations related to changes in processes and technology, and finding opportunities to improve levels of service.
Align to the strategic direction and maintaining future focus for teams for the new hospital
Participate in select committees internally and externally in order to represent Halton Healthcare perspectives, enhance integration across the continuum and maintain relationships
Promote a collaborative, respectful professional practice climate and fosters an interdisciplinary approach to patient care