Perioperative Quality Lead - Perioperative Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; New Glasgow; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Nova Scotia seeks a Perioperative Quality Leader. This role involves enhancing quality management practices and supporting strategic goals through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a graduate degree in a health-related field and extensive experience in perioperative settings. Join a diverse team committed to quality patient care and operational excellence.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Travel Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of perioperative or management experience.
• Knowledge of quality systems and innovations in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality leadership for all services in the Perioperative Program.
• Implements process changes for quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Graduate degree in a health-specific field

Undergraduate degree in a healthcare discipline

Master's degree

Job description

Click here as an internal applicant.

Req ID:
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Location:
Northern Zone, Aberdeen Hospital
Department:
OPNZ PERI General OR ARH
Type of Employment:
Permanent
Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Position:
Management/Non Union
Posting Closing Date:
27-May-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada. We aim to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration, reflected across our hospitals, health centres, and community programs. Our team provides high-quality inpatient and outpatient services, including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as primary health, public health, and mental health services. Join our diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and thinkers today.

We employ professionals across the province and believe there's a place for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities to quaint towns. The work-life balance here allows you to explore and enjoy the Atlantic lifestyle. Visit novascotia to discover why many are moving here.

About the Opportunity

The Perioperative Quality Leader, under the direction of the Perioperative Director and Physician Co-Leads, provides quality leadership for all services in the Perioperative Program. This role promotes improvements in quality management practices to enhance overall performance. The position supports Nova Scotia’s Health Strategic Plan and operational goals, working with co-leadership and multidisciplinary teams to implement process changes for quality improvement.

Site location will be determined based on the successful applicant's location, with regular travel within the Northern Zone.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• A graduate degree in a health-specific field or equivalent education and experience
• An undergraduate degree in a healthcare discipline; a master's degree is an asset
• Appropriate licensure/membership in a professional organization
• Minimum 5 years of perioperative or management experience in a perioperative setting
• Knowledge of quality systems and innovations in patient care
• Understanding of perioperative procedures, complications, and patient populations
• Ability to coach others in continuous quality improvement and regulatory requirements
• Strong project management, coaching, and teaching skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and group leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively as a change agent and team leader
• High analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with information management and computer skills
• Operational and strategic planning skills
• Commitment to a respectful workplace environment
• Competencies in other languages, especially French, are an asset

Please ensure your resume is current and includes relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent, full-time; 75 hours biweekly. Travel between sites is required.

Compensation and Benefits

$40.95 - $51.19 hourly. Successful candidates may be eligible for benefits including health, dental, travel, disability, life insurance, and a pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and is committed to an inclusive workforce. We encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous peoples, Black/African Nova Scotians, persons of color, newcomers, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, to apply.