Quality Improvmenet Specialist System Flow

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Saskatoon, SK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Quality Improvement Specialists are responsible for performing various key functions within the Safety, Quality & Strategy portfolio. Reporting to the Quality & Safety Manager, the Quality Improvement (QI) Specialist supports a culture of quality and safety through coaching and partnering to develop the behaviors and processes of continuous improvement and safety in everyday practice across the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The position directly supports improvement of our SHA Production System (day to day delivery of service) and the coaching and implementation of the SHA Management System (assess, improve and evaluate the effectiveness of the Production System). The position varies in scope and greatly influences the success of system-wide improvement activity and attainment of Q&S and other organizational goals through QI and Lean Methodology.

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.

Requirements

• Experience in leadership
• Experience in quality improvement initiatives
• 3-5 years' recognized experience in a complex health care environment
• Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a health related field
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Project Management diploma is acceptable
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Critical thinking skills
• Communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Project management skills
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values

Responsibilities

• Supports a culture of quality and safety through coaching and partnering to develop the behaviors and processes of continuous improvement and safety in everyday practice across the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
• Directly supports improvement of the SHA Production System (day to day delivery of service).
• Coaches and implements the SHA Management System (assess, improve and evaluate the effectiveness of the Production System).
• Influences the success of system-wide improvement activity and attainment of Q&S and other organizational goals through QI and Lean Methodology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level