25NON033R1 - Decision Support Consultant-FT

THUNDER BAY REGIONALHEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a dynamic Decision Support Consultant to enhance financial excellence and operational efficiency. This role involves providing analytical support, developing financial models, and mentoring leadership in financial processes. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and analytical skills, with a strong background in healthcare consulting. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare services and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the sustainability and success of a mission-driven organization focused on exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in consulting and data analysis, preferably in healthcare.
• Experience leading project teams from initiation to close.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for key organizational initiatives.
• Develop financial models and forecasts for long-term planning.
• Mentor and assist in developing business acumen within the leadership team.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Coaching Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Data Management Skills

Business Acumen

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Master's Degree in a business or health-related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Decision Support and Case Costing

Reposted

This vacancy is reposted. Candidates who have previously applied for this position are required to resubmit their application.

A Decision Support Consultant at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre enables and encourages the pursuit of excellence by supporting strategic priorities through quality, effectiveness, efficiency, and innovation. Reporting to the Manager, Decision Support and Case Costing, the Decision Support Consultant works closely with all levels of leadership and provides expert financial advice, analysis, and support to develop comprehensive operational plans, budgets, and financial strategies that align with TBRHSC's mission, vision, and strategic priorities.

The Decision Support team is seeking a dynamic Consultant to ensure that TBRHSC operates with financial excellence, continuously optimizing its resources and capabilities to support its mission of providing high-quality healthcare services. By delivering insightful financial guidance and fostering a culture of business acumen within the leadership group, the Decision Support Consultant contributes to the long-term sustainability and success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Analytics & Reporting: Provide analytical support for key organizational initiatives, including performance management and process improvement, helping to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and innovation.
2. Financial Modeling & Forecasting: Develop financial models and forecasts that aid in long-term planning and assess financial outcomes to support decision-making processes.
3. Mentorship & Development: Mentor and assist in developing business acumen within the leadership team, enhancing their understanding of financial processes.
4. Operational Efficiency: Offer strategic recommendations based on thorough financial analysis to help optimize performance and drive improvements across the organization.

Education and Experience:

• Degree in Business Administration, Health Informatics, or Information Management.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in consulting, performance, and data analysis, preferably in healthcare.
• Experience leading project teams from initiation to close.
• Applying performance improvement and change management methodologies, preferably in healthcare.

Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Advanced problem-solving, analytical, and coaching skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, including polished presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work with staff and leaders at all levels of a complex healthcare organization to bring about improvement and achieve results.
• Advanced business acumen and the ability to develop, lead, and manage initiatives to achieve desired outcomes.
• Superior skills in data management and manipulation using Excel (pivot tables, advanced filters, lookup functions, macros).
• Mastery of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and corporate communication tools.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.

Assets:

• Master's Degree in a business or health-related field.
• Working knowledge of the healthcare system.
• Advanced knowledge of Ontario Hospital Reporting/Management Information System standards and funding methodologies (HBAM and QBP).
• Working knowledge of Discharge Abstract Database (DAD), NACRS, and other large data sets (e.g., wait times).

Salary Range: $45,351 to $53,354

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of patients, visitors, employees, and assets, both financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates are conditional upon: a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner consistent with Patient and Family Centred Care. Applicants are required to demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and commitment to this care philosophy.

Candidates must demonstrate adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative; therefore, all applicants must have a good attendance record to be considered for this position.

Joining our team means being an integral part of achieving our mission, vision, and values.

Our Mission:

We provide quality care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation, and education that responds to the needs of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and encourage Indigenous people, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify. Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request throughout the selection process. We are also an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants, the Hospital may train unqualified individuals at their discretion.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant experience and training by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, 7 May, 2025.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our application system.