Job Description

Business Analyst, Clinical Informatics

BC Childrens and Womens Hospital & Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

Reporting to the Director, Clinical Informatics, the Business Analyst, Clinical Informatics is an integral team member responsible for providing information, supporting, and reporting on operational sustainment and related initiatives and activities identified as priorities for achieving the sites successful use of new technology in moving towards implementation of an electronic health record.

What youll do

• Develop and produce ad hoc and standard metrics providing accurate and high quality analysis of key indicators, including outcomes, quality & safety, data standards, in ensuring continuous quality improvement. Develop annual and regular reports and briefing documents for various stakeholder groups.
• Provide project management support, planning, implementation and project delivery. Support the development of processes to analyze the functionality and effectiveness of project and program delivery and recommending improvements. Lead and participate in special projects, as required.
• Oversee the review and approval of information sharing agreements; as well as support the communication and education of staff further to provincial information and privacy requirements and legislation.
• Provide business administrative support by coordinating, documenting, and participating in committee meetings and working groups. Monitor, facilitate and report on related action logs.
• Keep up-to-date regarding new initiatives, developments and trends in clinical informatics through literature review, contact with peers at other organizations, professional associations and attendance at seminars, workshop and education programs. Communicate information and make recommendations to the Director.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What you bring

Qualifications

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Health Information Sciences or related discipline plus a minimum of three (3) years of recent experience in health care or information management ideally supplemented by courses in computer technology, clinical informatics, or business analysis.

You will also have

• Superior analytical skills including the ability to comprehend, analyze and resolve complex issues and present information in concise meaningful ways.
• Highly developed business writing and verbal communication skills with the ability to document work appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to use database, spreadsheet and word processing software at an advanced level. Demonstrated ability to exercise tact, good judgment and initiative.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. Thats why were focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BCs largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our Sanyas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (until March 1st 2024)
Salary Range: $61,718 - $88,720/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidates relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 0800-1600 flexibility as project requires
Requisition # 147444E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

(BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

(BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.

BCCH and BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA, BCCH and BCW are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

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Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of August 21, 2023. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.

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Labor Agreement Excluded
Requisition # 147444E-2403664
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Temporary, Full-Time
Temporary Duration N/A
Salary/Rate $61,718.00 - $88,720.00 / Year
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work 0800-1600 flexibility as project requires
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 14-Sep-2023

Provincial Health Services Authority