Decision Support Associate

Position: Decision Support Associate

Department: Decision Support

Position Status: Full-Time/Full-Time Temporary

Union: N/A

Number of Positions: 1

The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a state-of-the-art regional hospital with a proud local history extending back over a century. With a capacity of 494 beds, our regional hospital has one of the busiest Emergency Department in Ontario and offers an extensive range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, and vascular surgery.

We wouldn't be the hospital we are today without the people and nothing is more important to us then our team of dedicated employees. At PRHC, we pride ourselves on creating and maintaining an environment where people are valued, recognized, and treated with respect.

We believe that the best way to support our patients is through our people. We do this by providing our employees with competitive and comprehensive benefit plans, a pension program with matching employer contribution, professional development opportunities, employee and family assistance program, health and wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, annual wellness fair, travel discounts) and a learning fund for educational development. Exploring new positions, programs, or development initiatives is encouraged as it contributes to your personal and professional growth. PRHC supports and encourages you to pursue whatever path you choose.

As a team player this role works in collaboration with Decision Support Staff and clinical programs. Support the collection of accurate and timely data, and information to support strategic, regional and operational decision making across PRHC.Supports reporting, and related systems associated with Ministry of Health, Local Health Integrated Network, Ontario Renal Network, Cancer Care Ontario and internal management reporting.

§Community College or University Graduate in business or health care related program

§3 years related experience in a health care environment preferred

§Familiarity with healthcare databases and performance requirements (CIHI, CCO, ORN, LHIN, MOHLTCH, Intellihealth). Experience with other databases considered an asset.

§Exceptional communication, customer service, interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively cross functionally.

§Demonstrated experience in data quality, process improvement, ability to prioritize and manage multiple overlapping projects within required timelines

§Ability to analysis, research and interpret data and strong attention to detail required

§Computer knowledge and advance level in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio)

§Demonstrated experience coordinating among diverse stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to achieve common goals and objectives required. Team player with the ability to initiate and model positive change.

§Knowledge of financial/statistical information, health information systems and use of BI tools/Report Writing Software (ie: SAS, SQL, Visual studio, Crystal Reports) or other statistical software considered an asset

At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.

We welcome and encourage applications from members of all groups and backgrounds, especially those applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person.

Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should any applicant require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please Notify us by indicating you require an accommodation in your application form. A representative from Human Resources will be in touch with you to tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.

Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: From $31.81 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Peterborough, ON K9J 7C6 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Peterborough, ON K9J 7C6: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person