Join Northern Health as the Manager of Patient Care Services for Wrinch Memorial Hospital and play a key leadership role in advancing patient centred care while supporting the organization’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.
In accordance with the established vision, mission, values and strategic priorities of the organization, the Manager, Clinical Operations is accountable for ensuring excellence in the provision of patient centered care within a defined clinical area(s). The Manager, Clinical Operations provides leadership and direction for the operations, management, utilization, risk management, and quality improvement within the assigned clinical area(s), and applies management theory and concepts to leading, staffing, monitoring, evaluating, and data gathering including the development of relevant outcome measures pertinent to the clinical area(s). The Manager, Clinical Operations is accountable for: efficient, effective utilization of approved physical, financial, and human resources; guiding and coordinating activities of the clinical area(s) in accordance with professional standards; supporting the goals and strategic direction of Northern Health.
A unique opportunity to lead a level 3 community hospital with Acute Care, Long Term Care, Day Surgery and Emergency Departments, co-located Primary and Community Care services. Wrinch Memorial Hospital is located on unceded Gitxsan Territory in Hazelton BC and serves a broad geographical area with a majority Indigenous population.
Hazelton is located in the Upper Skeena Region under the towering cliffs of Stekyawden Mountain where the Xsan (Skeena) and Wedzenkwah (Bulkley) rivers meet.
Starting salary will be approximately from $132,169 to $163,073 and will be based on education, training, experience, reporting structure and salaries of similar positions. This position is projected to start in mid-October.
- Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field.
- A minimum of five (5) years recent, related clinical experience, including two years in a leadership role.
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Current registration with the relevant professional college or association preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
- Leads Self/Cultural Agility – self-awareness, demonstrates character; noticing and adapting to cultural uniqueness to create a sense of safety for all.
- Engages Others/Empathy – fosters the development of others, communicates effectively, builds effective teams, listens with heart rather than reacting.
- Achieves Results/Process Orientation – takes action to implement decisions, assesses & evaluates results, follows culturally respectful processes that also produce results.
- Develops Coalitions/Building a Trust-Based Relationship – builds partnerships & networks to create results, demonstrates a commitment to customers & service, navigates socio-political environments, building personal relationships in addition to professional ones, participating in open exchanges of experiences and culture.
- System Transformation/Credible Champion – demonstrates systems/critical thinking, strategically oriented to the future, champions & orchestrates change, remains self-aware and maintains effective relationships, shows courage and conviction in advocating for change for the betterment of Indigenous people.
- Demonstrated ability to guide individuals and groups while maintaining group cohesion, motivation, commitment, and effectiveness.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively introduce and manage change that is consistent with the vision, purpose, and operating principles of Northern Health.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, implement, manage, and evaluate programs.
- Excellent negotiation skills to relate effectively with clients, medical staff, and members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to define own continuing education needs and maintain competency through reading literature, management workshops, seminars, and available educational offerings.
Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through
Wrinch Memorial Hospital
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through
The Hazeltons
More information about Hazelton and the work culture can be found through the Rural and Remote Division of Family Practice:
Work Here
More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.
What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
- Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
- Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
- Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
- Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
- Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
- Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
- Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.
Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
- Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
- Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
- Program certificates or diplomas.
- High school, college, or university transcripts.
- Cover letter and resume required.
International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants
