Professional Practice Consultant - London, Canada - University Hospital

University Hospital

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London, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who We Are:

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London.

Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.

As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning.

In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support he wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area.

LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

Posting Period:

Open:
May 7, 2024

Deadline:
May 20, 2024

Non

Union

Department Name:

Professional Practice Consultant - Occupational Therapy

The Professional Practice Consultant (PPC) facilities the development of structures, systems and resources to support and advance professional practice.

The Professional Practice Consultant, working with other members of the Practice team, is responsible for the development, monitoring and evaluation of evolving standards of the practice within an interdisciplinary care model.

The role also collaborates with leadership and professional staff to ensure the integration of practice standards in program design, resource planning and allocation, and in the delivery of patient-centered care.

Each PPC will be assigned to several clinical portfolios to provide primary support.

In addition to the above responsibilities, each PPC may be involved in the following:

Evidence-Based Practice
Healthy Work Environment
Clinical Informatics
Policy & Standards
Professional Development & Education
Research & Innovation
Recruit Evaluation
Evaluation of Supplies and Technology/Equipment

Regular Full-Time

Rate of Pay:
$47.85 per hour - $59.81 per hour

Hours of Work: 30 hours per week

Qualifications:

Successful completion of a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
Current membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and/or the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists preferred
Minimum five (5) years of recent related experience
Demonstrated record of strong, positive leadership in the respective profession
Experience functioning in a multidisciplinary health care environment
Demonstrated ability to influence organizational and professional directions from a staff position
Demonstrated knowledge and skill in program development, evaluation, and education
Eligibility for crossappointment with the Faculty of Health Sciences
Evidence of proficiency in estalishing interpersonal relationships, consensus building, conflict resolution, consultation and coaching/mentoring
Knowledge of current professional practice issues and care delivery systems
Demonstrated research and research facilitation expertise
Advanced project management skills
Advanced computer skills: Microsoft Office, internet and literature searches
Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Vision, Purpose and Values
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:
Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to:

Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis;
Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step);
Provide proof of Health Canadaapproved COVID19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health's current definition of being fully vaccinated

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.