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

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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.


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 organizationwide 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 interprofessional teams, managers, and directors across the organization for optimal patient care and support throughout the MAID process.
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 interprofessional team members in the context of MAiD and endoflife care.
  • Commitment to a collaborative and interprofessional practice.
  • Previous experience in wordprocessing/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 oneonone 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 problemsolving skills.
  • Can deal effectively with ambiguity in timesensitive 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 selfdirected 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
  • 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, onsite gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed t
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