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Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a Lead, Accreditation to join our Quality & Innovation department

In accordance with the established vision, mission, values and strategic priorities of the organization, the Lead, Accreditation is responsible for all aspects of planning, coordinating, and organizing key deliverables identified by Northern Health for the goal to achieve accredited status. The Lead provides strong, consistent leadership and focuses on coordinating quality, operational, and service partners to meet Accreditation Standards and Required Organizational Practices (ROPs). The Lead coordinates continuous quality improvement stemming from accreditation activities and ensures that documentation and required reports are completed according to established timelines. The Lead works with stakeholders at all levels across NH to build relationships and knowledge sharing capacity, ensuring that staff are informed of accreditation activities that impact their responsibilities. The Lead maintains current knowledge of new developments, trends, and research in accreditation and collaborates with counterparts in other Health Authorities and organizations to share information and best practices.

Starting salary will be approximately from $88,990 to $111,237 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia - Canada's Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.

It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page

• A Bachelor's degree related to healthcare supported by relevant experience and a combination of knowledge, skills, and the attitude necessary for health systems evaluation and improvement.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in Quality Improvement including three (3) years of progressive management experience or an equivalent of education, training, and experience is preferred.
• Recent, related experience in the Accreditation Canada Q'Mentum Program is preferred.
• Experience in project management and managing multiple projects concurrently.

• Demonstrated experience in collecting, analyzing, and evaluating data, information processes, and systems and making recommendations for system improvement.
• Self-directed with effective organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of the delivery of care in a health setting.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a highly dynamic, fast-paced, continually changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to guide individuals toward the vision of the organization while fostering teamwork and commitment to excellence in the provision of care.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and support change that is consistent with the vision, purpose, and operating principles of NH and Accreditation Canada.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to identify variances and implement strategies that lead to desired outcomes.
• Ability to effectively evaluate processes and systems and provide support in planning and implementation.
• Ability to apply the problem-solving process, demonstrating critical thinking, decision-making skills, and systems analysis.
• Ability to utilize computer programs (Word processing, email, Internet, basic spreadsheets).
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.