Consultant, Surgical Quality

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Consultant to lead the development, implementation and evaluation of a National Surgical Quality Improvement Program across VIHA sites. The role provides education and expert support for evidence-based systems to increase quality and safety, and it facilitates interdisciplinary reviews of patient safety events to drive system-wide improvements.

Reporting to the Manager, Surgical Quality, the successful candidate will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, travel as

Qualifications

• Masters' degree in a related health discipline is required.
• Seven years of related experience, including two in quality improvement, development, implementation and evaluation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally; strong collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of a National Surgical Quality Improvement Program at VIHA sites.
• Provide education and expert support for evidence-based systems and tools to improve quality, safety and outcomes.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary reviews of patient safety events to drive system-based improvements.
• Coordinate travel as required to meet program objectives.

Skills

Quality improvement

Communication

Time management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in a related health discipline

Job description

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:00-16:00

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp NON-Contract> 6 Months

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$46.55 - $66.91

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Oct. 1 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Sep. 30 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, Surgical Quality, the Consultant, works collaboratively within the surgical team to provide leadership in the development, implementation and evaluation of a National Surgical Quality Improvement Program at selected VIHA sites. The Consultant provides education and expert support for the application and integration of evidence-based systems and tools designed to increase the effectiveness, efficiency, safety and sustainability of health services. The Consultant facilitates the interdisciplinary review of patient safety events and systems issues to assist clinical areas in making system-based recommendations and improvements, while ensuring consistency and standardization of related information flow.

Travel is a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle and Valid BC Driver's License.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Masters' degree in a related health discipline and seven (7) years' recent related experience including two (2) years' experience in quality improvement, development, implementation and evaluation.

Skills And Abilities

• Educational preparation in quality improvement, certificate in quality improvement or equivalent training in the use of quality improvement methods and tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to effectively self-manage time as it relates to deadlines and workload.
• Ability to facilitate solution-focused approaches through innovation and creativity.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to model organizational values and principles.
• Ability to identify, plan and complete work assignments.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.