Medical Lead, Edmonton Zone Virtual Hospital (EZVH), 0523EDMpcc9087
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- Medical Leader (non-clinical position)
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- MED0001NW Requisition #
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- May 09, 2023 Post Date
Description:
Alberta Health Services (AHS), Edmonton Zone invites applications for the role of Medical Lead, Edmonton Zone Virtual Hospital (EZVH).
This 0.20 FTE position governed by the Medical Staff Bylaws and Rules, reports to the Medical Director, EZVH. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that standards of care are being met in the department and that support for research and teaching is available.
The Medical Lead, EZVH will assist in the operation of a model that facilitates the provision of medical care in the medical virtual hospital.
This would include but not be limited to:
- Supporting medical teams in early facilitated discharge
- Readmission avoidance
- Recruitment of patients
- Mentorship to medical colleagues across the zone.
They will work closely with the Virtual Hospital Operations and medical Lead to develop, implement and evaluate this innovative model of care that is aligned with the strategic direction of AHS in supporting the highest quality of patient care and with the Enhancing Care in the Community partnerships.
The position has an expected start date of approximately June 1st, 2023 and an expected term of 3 year.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated abilities in communication, conflict resolution and a passion for quality and patient safety. They will be an inclusive and visionary leader with significant experience in medical leadership and is considered a strong clinician by peers.
The successful candidate will possess superior interpersonal skills, have demonstrated supervisory experience and be an excellent clinician with the respect of their peers. The successful candidate also will be committed to fulfilling clinical and non-clinical duties as a representative of the Department of Medicine.
Candidates must be Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) certified, be eligible to work in Canada, and hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta and appointment to the AHS Medical Staff. Candidates should have evidence of formal administrative education and training.
To apply, please forward a copy of your curriculum vitae and a letter of interest online through the doctorjobsalberta.com posting and to
Dr. Greg Hrynchyshyn
Medical Director, Edmonton Zone Virtual Hospital
c/o Quinn Kent at Quinn.Kent@ahs.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Deadline for submission of applications is 30 days; however, the competition will remain open until the position is filled.
Alberta Health Services hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.