UAH Continuous Improvement Program, Senior Consultant
- Classification: Senior Consultant
- Union: Exempt
- Unit and Program: University of Alberta Hospital, Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute / CK Hui Heart center and the Kaye Edmonton Clinics
- Primary Location: U of A Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 26-OCT-2023
- Date Available: 20-NOV-2023
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $35.65
- Maximum Salary: $61.14
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Quality improvement certification/designation (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) from a recognized institution required. Minimum 3 years’ experience in frontline/hands on quality improvement work including planning, execution, reporting, monitoring and evaluation required. Minimum 3 years’ experience, leading complex process improvement initiatives within an organization of significant size and complexity Undergraduate degree in Business or a Health Science profession; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Strong facilitation skills with a demonstrated ability to analyze and communicate data and complex topics effectively to various audiences at all levels of the organization. Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, interpersonal and customer-service skills, as well as attention to detail. You are able to demonstrate the ability to prioritize, align and oversee multiple projects and competing demands. You will also need excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work independently and as an active team member demonstrating the ability to handle job related matters in a professional, diplomatic manner. A demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree or certification in health system leadership, change management and/or project management is an asset. Knowledge of AIW (AHS Improvement Way) methodologies an asset. Minimum 3 years’ experience in a hospital/healthcare setting is an asset.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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