Salary Range: $102,938-$147,974/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.

Job Summary:

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Manager, Clinical Services, reports directly to the Senior Director, Regional Clinical Operations, and is responsible for the effective and efficient management of designated clinical services at a regional Cancer Centre.  Responsibilities include managing and directing staff, budget development and oversight, and implementation of operational plans.  The Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction for the management, utilization and risk management, and quality improvement for clinical operations in the Cancer Centre.  The Manager provides leadership and promotes the philosophy and goals of the organization by applying and evaluating standards, policies, practices, and procedures to the assigned areas; empowering team thinking and innovation; and creates and promotes a practice environment that is focused on evidence-based improvements to patient-centred care that supports opportunities for research, learning and teaching for students and staff.  The Manager models joint decision-making and alignment in goals and objectives, and ensures the provision of an inter-professional work environment and care through the maintenance of working relationships and liaison with medical, nursing, administrative and other regional and provincial leadership positions.

Qualifications:

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field from an accredited University, a Master’s degree is preferred, plus a minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years recent related clinical experience that includes two (2) years working in a managerial/leadership capacity. Current registration/membership with appropriate professional college if applicable is preferred.
Proven leadership ability, with communication and interpersonal skills conducive to interacting in a multidisciplinary environment and ability to relate easily to a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.  Fosters collaborative working relationships that promote cooperative goal achievement and contribute to an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.  Self-directed and highly motivated.  Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to promote teamwork.  Critical thinking skills and proven ability to effectively manage human and fiscal resources.  Demonstrated understanding and experience of quality assurance process, operational planning and program development.  Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.  Demonstrated basic computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs and ability to utilize a computerized patient care information system.