Perioperative Quality Lead - Perioperative Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; New Glasgow; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Perioperative Quality Leader to enhance service quality in the Perioperative Program. This permanent, full-time role involves leadership, project management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and operational goals. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in perioperative settings and a strong commitment to quality management.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Pension Plan

Long-term Disability

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of perioperative or management experience.
• Knowledge of perioperative procedures and patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for all services in the Perioperative Program.
• Implements process improvements for quality and continuous enhancement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Graduate degree in a health-specific field

Undergraduate degree in a healthcare discipline

Job description

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Req ID: #

Location:
Northern Zone,
Aberdeen Hospital

Department:
OPNZ PERI General OR ARH

Type of Employment:
Permanent

Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Management/Non Union Position

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 across hospitals, health centres, and community programs.

Join our diverse team of professionals delivering high-quality inpatient and outpatient services, including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

We believe there's a place for everyone in Nova Scotia, from vibrant cities to quaint towns. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle that allows you to explore and participate in the Atlantic lifestyle. Discover more at novascotia.

About the Opportunity

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

Site location will be determined based on the successful applicant's location. Regular travel within the Northern Zone is required.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you meet the following criteria:

1. Graduate degree in a health-specific field or equivalent education and experience
2. Undergraduate degree in a healthcare discipline; Master's degree is an asset
3. Appropriate licensure/membership in a professional organization
4. Minimum 5 years of perioperative or management experience in a perioperative care setting
5. Understanding of quality systems, innovations, and patient care
6. Knowledge of perioperative procedures, complications, and patient populations
7. Ability to coach others in continuous quality improvement and regulatory requirements
8. Strong project management, coaching, teaching, and transfer of skills
9. Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and group leadership skills
10. Proven change agent with the ability to work effectively across organizational levels
11. High analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
12. Experience with information management and computer skills
13. Operational and strategic planning skills
14. Commitment to promoting a respectful workplace environment
15. Additional language skills, especially French, are an asset

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

Hours

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

Compensation and Benefits

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

Once You've Applied

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

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and others who self-identify.