Strategic Business Advisor

Position Summary
Interior Health is hiring two Term Specific full-time Strategic Business Advisors who are passionate about making a difference in healthcare.

One position is for one year and the second position is until December 10, 2025 or return of incumbent.

Location: This position is flexible within the Interior Health Region.

What we offer:

• An attractive remuneration package
• Excellent career prospects
• Employer paid training/education
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended Health & Dental coverage
• Work-life balance
• May be eligible to contribute to MPP

Salary range for the position is $62,239 to $89,469. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on consideration of the qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.

How will you create an impact:

The Strategic Business Advisor is responsible for supporting the Physician Compensation Team and the Medical Affairs portfolio in maximizing value and minimizing risk in relationships with physicians. The Strategic Business Advisor will focus on providing appropriate and timely information and support to the Manager, Physician Compensation.

The primary focus of the Strategic Business Advisor is to maintain a thorough knowledge of the Ministry of Health, Health Authority, and physician contract negotiation processes and systems and be the link between the operational contract processes and the strategic negotiation processes of the Team.

In alignment with IH’s Occupational Health & Safety Program, employees shall adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times and attend all required training. Employees are responsible to report any identified hazards, unsafe conditions or incidents to your manager or supervisor immediately.

What will you work on:

• Supports the Manager in the review and development of contract processes to ensure that new processes are strategically appropriate.

• Advises Interior Health (IH) Managers on the strategic implications of contractual decisions and on appropriate action regarding the application for clinical service and administrative contracts and termination policies.

• Provides first-line analysis of strategic reports as required by the Manager.

• Provides administrative and data support to the Manager in project work.

• Ensures the smooth working and continuous development of the performance management system including data collection, processes, validation, and management.

• Supports the Manager in the development of training materials and policies such as change of service provider, subcontracting, and other issues of contractual compliance or intended change.

• Provides the Manager with information to support contract renewal and new contract negotiation.

• Supports the relationships between Manager and others within the Medical Affairs team on strategic issues.

• Provides backup to other Advisors and Physician Compensation Assistants and Analysts, as required.

• Performs other duties as requested by the Manager

Interior Health strives to create an environment where you enjoy the work you do, the place where you work, and the people around you. Together, we create great workplaces. Apply today!

Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).

Qualfications
Education, Training and Experience

• A post-secondary diploma in a related field.
• A minimum of five years of experience in a complex environment, preferably in contract management.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Basic accounting knowledge is required.
• Expert knowledge of Word and Excel.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management in IH and with outside peers in related fields across other Health Authorities and the Ministry of Health.
• Professional and courteous with excellent customer service
• Effective team member with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to compile and analyze data with a high level of detail.
• Flexible and willing to support the team where deemed necessary by the Manager.
• Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.