Coordinator

Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre; Barrie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Ontario is seeking a Coordinator for Complex Malignant Hematology. This role involves managing patient care, collaborating with teams, and ensuring quality outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree and relevant certifications, along with strong communication and critical thinking skills. Join us to enhance patient care and contribute to continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of malignant hematology oncology experience.
• Completion of de Souza Complex Malignant Hematology course required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inpatient and outpatient care within the CMH program.
• Facilitate communication among the CMH team and other departments.
• Work with interprofessional teams to optimize patient experience.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Teaching ability

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Provincially Recognized Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification

Master’s level preparation in a health profession

Current BCLS, Level II Rescuer certification

Canadian Oncology Nurse Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Patient Information systems

Job description

Job Summary & Requirements

Reporting to the Manager of the Hematology program, the Coordinator, Complex Malignant Hematology (CMH) will serve as the primary coordinator for patient care within the CMH program, collaborating with the shared care, leukemia, and Cell therapy teams at Princess Margaret (PM) Cancer Centre.

As a key member of the Malignant Hematology Team, responsibilities include applying specialized knowledge of Malignant Hematology to manage clinical activities effectively. This involves coordinating inpatient and outpatient care, ensuring continuity, and performing various responsibilities such as patient care, teaching, quality improvement, research, and administrative duties. The role also includes cross-functional tasks as assigned.

The Coordinator will facilitate communication among the CMH team, inpatient units, consultants, other departments, and leadership, promoting teamwork, communication, autonomous practice, and continuous improvement. The individual will work with the interprofessional team to optimize patient experience, enhance patient flow, and achieve quality outcomes.

This position requires collaboration with stakeholders to coordinate care and develop best practices to improve quality and efficiency in the CMH program.

Education:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (required)
• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (required)
• Provincially Recognized Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification or maintenance course (ONS or de Souza Institute)
• Master’s level preparation in a health profession or related field (asset)
• Current BCLS, Level II Rescuer certification (required)
• Canadian Oncology Nurse Certification (asset)
• Membership in oncology-related associations (asset)
• Completion of de Souza Complex Malignant Hematology course (required)

Experience:

• Minimum three (3) years of current or recent malignant hematology oncology experience
• Experience with systemic therapy/chemotherapy/biotherapy administration (asset)
• Extensive knowledge of malignant hematology diseases and treatment trajectories
• 1–2 years in an advanced clinical practice role (preferred)
• Project management and leadership experience
• Participation in policy development and process improvement initiatives

Competencies:

• Effective communication skills
• Verbal and written communication proficiency
• Interpersonal and time management skills
• Teaching ability for individual and group settings
• Initiative, good judgment, and multi-tasking ability
• Self-directed work capability
• Effective collaboration within interprofessional teams
• Coaching, mentoring, and providing constructive feedback
• Commitment to personal and team growth
• Critical thinking, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills
• Confidentiality adherence
• Awareness of professional and ethical standards
• Dedication to improving patient flow and shared care
• Knowledge of applicable policies and standards
• Alignment with RVH values

Other:

• Proficiency in computer use, Microsoft Office, and Outlook
• Understanding of Patient Information systems (ARIA, Meditech)
• Leadership training (asset)
• Research experience (asset)