Local Department Head - Regional Department of Family Practice-Abbotsford Regional Hospital

Fraser Health Authority; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Local Department Head to lead initiatives at a prominent hospital. This role involves fostering communication between departments, ensuring program coordination, and promoting a healthy workplace. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and an active medical staff membership. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional health care services in a diverse and inclusive environment. This position offers a stipend and the opportunity to make a significant impact on community health.

Qualifications

• Active privileges and membership in the department are required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as communication between the Regional Department and Facility.
• Coordinate program requirements and promote health and wellness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Education

Medical Degree

Active Medical Staff Membership

Job description

Job Summary

The Regional Department of Family Practice is seeking a Local Department Head at Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre.

Detailed Job Description

1. Participate in the Site Operations Committee or equivalent for the Facility.
2. Serve as the communication channel between the Regional Department and the Facility, keeping Members informed about Fraser Health, HAMAC, and Departmental objectives, policies, and activities, and ensuring Regional Departments are aware of Facility-specific issues.
3. In collaboration with the Regional Department Head, recommend appointment of practitioners and renewal of Medical Staff membership and privileges.
4. Ensure coordination of program requirements within the Facility.
5. Promote health and wellness among Members.
6. Investigate and document complaints regarding care provided by Members within the Department at the Facility, under the direction of the appropriate Regional Department Head and/or Site Medical Director.
7. Encourage a healthy, respectful workplace environment.
8. Review human resource needs of the Regional Department practicing within the Facility with the Regional Department Head.
9. Assist in the search and selection process for applicants to fill vacancies in the Regional Department.
10. Conduct morbidity and mortality reviews.

Compensation

Stipend

Qualifications

Active Privileges, Member of the Department

Locations

Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health serves over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. It is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

Our focus is on people—those we care for and those who care for them. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by over 48,000 staff, medical staff, and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in our workforce. We aim to create an environment of respect, caring, and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices are designed to be inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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