Clinical Coordinator- Medical Assistance in Dying - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

Description

Company Description

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Collaborative Academic Practice
Reports to: Director, Professional Practice
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $84,279 - $105,339 per annum
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: June 20, 2024

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) is an end-of-life care option available to eligible patients at UHN. The Clinical Coordinator- MAiD holds organization-wide responsibilities while working closely with the MAID clinical team (Clinical Nurse Specialist, Administrative Assistant, assessors/ providers, and executive leadership) as a primary resource for the coordination of internal MAID processes (e.g. inquiries, requests, consults, assessments, and provisions). The Clinical Coordinator- MAiD will also consult and collaborate with inter-professional teams, managers, and directors across the organization for optimal patient care and support throughout the MAID process.

The successful applicant will work to address potential gaps in care related to the MAiD process by connecting team UHN to the appropriate resources. This includes supporting the MAiD team of assessors and providers through the application of specialized knowledge on MAiD processes and legislation, developing and offering education sessions for inter-professional team members across UHN, and providing patients and their families with education and clinical resources.

Other coordinator responsibilities may include supporting the development and evaluation of MAiD policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives; managing database structures and stewardship of data collection; participating in academic and research activities/projects; identifying process concerns and quality issues to present to MAiD program leadership and relevant committees (e.g. case reviews, safety events, process evaluation, etc); performing administrative responsibilities; and performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested.

This position will report to the Director of Professional Practice, MAiD

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing.
• Certificate of competency (licensure) from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) program.
• Minimum three (3) years related experience in a health care environment and/or teaching hospital preferred.
• Interest and/or comfort in communicating with patients, families, and inter-professional team members in the context of MAiD and end-of-life care.
• Commitment to a collaborative and inter-professional practice.
• Previous experience in word-processing/data entry/spreadsheet software, including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Visio), preferred.
• Excellent empathic verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent teaching skills with the ability to teach one-on-one and/or within groups.
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Can deal effectively with ambiguity in time-sensitive scenarios.
• Ability to produce high quality and accurate work in accordance with hospital standards.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Ability to perform duties in a self-directed manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.