Senior Business Analyst, Strategic Information Management (Sim)

Senior Business Analyst, Strategic Information Management (SIM)
Decision Support Services
Burnaby, BC
In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Senior Business Analyst, performs a variety of roles to contribute and promote excellent practices in performance measurement and the alignment of measurement standards across PHSA's agencies and services. Working on multiple executive's projects simultaneously, the Senior Business Analyst is self-driven in carrying out duties such as researching and evaluating performance measurement best practice approaches, proposing and implementing improvements to PHSA's processes and measurements and conducting and summarizing broad subject research to ensure successful delivery of performance measurement solutions.
What you'll do

• Develops strategies and project plans, evaluates progress and realigns resources on high profile projects that involve analyzing data from multiple data sources, developing/improving performance indicators and preparing/publishing reports for various audience groups.
• Liaises with a variety of internal and external stakeholders such as program managers, data custodians, patient quality directors, health authorities and MoH Business Analysts and managers to collaborate and obtain feedback to deliver performance measurement solutions for PHSA and other agencies.
• Proposes and implements solutions based on evidence and literature reviews on how best to access, use and interpret performance results to various levels of PHSA leaders such as Directors, Executives and Board Committee members.
• Provides technical and business guidance and direction to other project staff by identifying resources required, assigning tasks to staff, setting priorities and reassigning work when necessary to ensure project deadlines are met. Documents projects and change processes and ensures stakeholder feedback and approval is captured.
• Ensures internal, external and public reporting needs are met by gathering and negotiating reporting requirements from customers and stakeholders, communicating requirements and following up with stakeholders regularly to develop and implement an examination process for the final reports.
• Identifies issues with data and takes initiative in working out optimal solutions with appropriate stakeholders to improve accuracy, timeliness, connectivity and other data issues.
• Produces high quality research reports on subjects related to SIM, BCMHSUS and related agencies and services through literature researches and the identification and examination of relevant SIM websites. Creates and maintain systems that allow information to be easily searched and retrieved and determines how information should be shared.
• Conducts multi-layer data analysis independently by linking data from multiple health information data sources such as patient registries, admissions databases and vital statistics.

What you bring
Qualifications

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in Health Informatics or related program plus a minimum of three (3) years of recent experience in health care or Information Management.
• Ability to understand and interpret data management concepts and processes. Ability to communicate complex and technical ideas in simple language. Demonstrated ability to perform accurate advanced data manipulation, analysis and information presentation using Microsoft Office suite, database and statistical software. Knowledge of library databases searching tools and methods. Ability to conduct brief and detailed subject researches depending on the request. A commitment to customer service and strong skills in preparing professional presentation material. Knowledge and adherence to privacy and confidentiality policies and measures to protect data and information sources. Ability to write, edit, and publish reports professionally. Knowledge and experience in project management, strategic planning and implementation.

Skills & Knowledge

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-time
Salary Range: $72,445 - $104,139 /year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate's relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.Location: 1795 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5C 6E3Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filledHours of Work: 0900-1700 (Monday to Friday) Requisition # 159138E
As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.
What we do
The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.
Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments' unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey-one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.
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