Project Manager, Scarborough SCOPE and Cancer Care Health Equity

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023! Learn more at shn.ca

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

• The Project Manager will work collaboratively on key projects with the Medicine and Cancer Care programs at Scarborough Health Network. The primary projects will include:
  • the development and implementation of Ambulatory Systemic Treatment Model of Care: Health Equity Project
  • the evolving expansion and sustainability of the Scarborough SCOPE Program with Primary Care.
• The Project Manager is responsible for the overall management, coordination, and implementation of these programs.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage and work collaboratively with the team and key community partners on design and implementation of projects that includes the development and execution of operational work plans, design and sharing of reports, preparation of stakeholder engagement meetings and communication, regular data collection and validation, preparation of presentations and scorecards and management of the overall project.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators and reporting to ensure action planning meets project goals and deliverables in conjunction with any other regional and/or provincial reporting authority that may be required to determine performance and work plan results; produce dashboards/reports indicating performance and work plan activity.
• Coordinate and facilitate working groups, quarterly meetings, advisory committees by developing drafts of meeting agendas, materials and presentations, follow up on action items, issues and responses, as required.
• Prepare timely, accurate and comprehensive briefing notes, project updates, promotional materials, internal/external correspondences and other executive documentation related to project planning, management and reporting, track, provide support, organize, and ensure timely data collection and submission of stats;
• Organize and conduct stakeholder and health service provider engagement initiatives
• Facilitation communication and marketing strategies

COMPETENCIES:

Project Manager Position Description

• Health System Design
  • Excellent understanding of the Ontario health care system and primary care delivery models, and solid understanding of local health issues, priorities and needs.
• Building relationships as a trusted partner
  • Works with others to reach outcomes that further organizational objectives through win-win solutions. Listens for and addresses opposing views or reactions.
• Business Planning

• Demonstrates an ability to generate and/or evaluate alternative plans and selects the best one to support and drive the project.
• Works as an integral part of the team in introducing and educating people to new value-added approaches and holding others accountable for deliverables.
• Maintains group focus and provides feedback on performance: Continually compares progress to standards of performance in discussions with subordinates, peers and superiors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Strong planning and organizational skills; and the ability to facilitate meetings
• Able to understand and manage priorities with minimal supervision

• Impact and influence:

• Uses multiple approaches to gain agreement or buy in; positively builds behind-the-scenes support for ideas or uses other indirect strategies to influence others.
• Results Orientation - Sets challenging Goals
• Proactively identifies and pursues opportunities.

• University Degree in Health Sciences, Business Administration or equivalent, Master’s degree in related field preferred. A combination of equivalent education and experience may also be considered.
• PMP certificate preferred
• 3 - 5 years of experience in project management
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare clinical setting
• Ability to plan and implement engagement meetings and resolve issues/concerns.
• Facilitation skills to develop and conduct meetings with multiple stakeholders and service providers.
• Project management skills to plan, develop work plans and lead concurrent projects, to work collaboratively with partners and other team members and to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Exceptional time management skills. Must be able to work independently to manage project in order to meet deadlines
• Sound written and verbal communications skills to write presentations, reports, business notes, etc. is required
• Computer skills with hands-on capabilities in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated understanding of local health issues, priorities and needs while recognizing the broader trends in health care policy and system development required.
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Demonstrated experience and ability to build positive working relationships with partners, influence decision making and adoption of change initiatives.
• Experience in data analytics, epidemiology and information synthesis; knowledge of health care reporting requirements and funding methodologies, knowledge/familiarity with various databases used to capture information in the primary care sector.
• Good work and attendance record are required.

• All employees of Scarborough Health Network (SHN) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.

• All employees of SHN are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by SHN

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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