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Form of workAre you looking for that career that will allow you to combine your health service expertise and your proven leadership skills? If you feel you can deliver success by implementing strategies that focus the efforts of individuals on business goals, individual goals, team goals and translating them into positive outcomes - we want to hear from you.
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, Values and strategic direction of the Northern Health Authority (NH), 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 Director, Research Evaluation and Analytics, the Regional Manager, Research, Evaluation and Knowledge Translation is responsible for leading a team to execute projects that generate evidence, either from synthesis of literature or a variety of mixed-methods health research and evaluation approaches, with the goal of translating and sustaining positive results into service delivery and clinical care at Northern Health.
This role is an enabler of learning health system capacity development at Northern Health leadership and requires robust engagement and collaboration with other departments and experts architecting evidence informed care, clinicians and leaders who are seeking evidence to support improvements in care delivery and health services planning and delivery, patients, families, community members and academic researchers. Within its leadership mandate including a commitment to cultural safety and humility, leads and supports a research- and evaluation-enabling organizational culture which in turn contributes to meeting Northern Health's vision of excellent health and care for everyone, everywhere, every time. A commitment to cultural safety, anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practices are a fundamental requirement in all aspects of this role.
Starting salary will be approximately from $102,938 to $128,673 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.
Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia - Canada's Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit.
Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
Qualfications
• Master's degree in a related health discipline, including training and/or experience in health services research, research and evaluation methods And Knowledge Translation and exchange (PhD is preferred and a minimum of 7 (seven) years' related research and evaluation experience within the Canadian health system, including 3 years' experience directly supervising staff.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Credentialed evaluator designation with the Canadian Evaluation Society is an asset.
Skills and Abilities:
• Comprehensive knowledge of research and evaluation methodologies, project evaluation principles and metrics, implementation science, ethics, regulations, and practice.
• Exceptional strength in fostering and developing partnerships and relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Completion of cultural safety and humility training and experience in working in partnership with Indigenous Elders and communities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven conflict management skills at an individual and team level.
• Demonstrated analytical problem solving to develop strategic, progressive, creative, and innovative enterprise-wide solutions.
• Ability to make decisions, work well under pressure and meet deadlines in an environment subject to constantly changing priorities.
• Proven ability to mentor and manage people, speak confidently in public, building a team environment, inspiring and engaging others, achieve results and promote and support organizational innovation.
• Functional competence with database software (REDCap), analytical
• software/graphics programs (e.g., SPSS, Nvivo), MS Office suite and familiarity with a range of population, resource, and library databases.
• Ability to adapt and reprioritize to meet changing priorities and resource constraints.
Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
