Job Description

Location: Mount Pearl Square

Program Manager, Primary Health Care
Primary Health Care - Chronic Disease Prevention
Temporary, Full Time (until July August 6, 2024 with possibility of extension)
09870RP1
Hours 70 bi-weekly (8 hour shifts)
Salary HL-21, ($71,216.60 - $92,583.40 per annum)
Competition Number 2023006664
Posted Date 09 November 2023
Closing Date 16 Novemeber 2023

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
This position reports to the Director of Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Prevention and Management and is accountable for the provision of efficient, effective and quality Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Prevention and Management services within the defined geographic area of St. John\'s and the surrounding area of Eastern Urban Zone of NL Health Services.

This is an integral leadership team member supporting the program to deliver the full continuum of primary health care services. The position functions with a high degree of autonomy assisting the Director to implement key strategic directions, operational plans, objectives and strategies. The position develops, coordinates, integrates and assists in the development of interdisciplinary programs; monitors performance standards and existing practices, and designs new systems to improve organizational performance and staff competence. The position also promotes the integration and standardization of evidence informed practices; assists in the design of safe, effective and efficient quality care delivery systems; leads the development, implementation and evaluation of program specific projects; and supports clinical program priorities in alignment with strategic goals of NL Health Services.

The Manager coordinates a systematic, standardized Primary Health Care approach in NL Health Services\' Primary Health Care clinic sites using the five principles of Primary Health Care which include access, continuity, person-focused, collaborative and team-based and engaged communities thereby improving quality of care in an effective, efficient and equitable manner.

The Manager is responsible for the program oversight of educational requirements of clinical staff, while providing direct supervisory, administrative and operational direction to the Clinical Educator and additional team members responsible for of the quality improvement and change management initiatives within the program.

Job Qualifications

Education
Bachelor\'s degree in a health-related discipline or social science.
Master\'s degree is preferred.

Experience
A minimum of five (5) years\' experience within the last seven in a similar role is required.
Experience with project management an asset
Management experience is preferred.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Comprehensive knowledge of community health programs, community health nursing, population health, particularly in the areas of primary health care and chronic disease prevention and management, interprofessional models of care, population health and change management.
Demonstrates exceptional oral and written communication skills including high level presentation skills for the purpose of facilitating decision making through clear and well-structured reports, presentations, briefs, submission sand strategic documents.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills in pertinent clinical area, and awareness and knowledge of organizational systems.
Establishes and adheres to clinical practice guidelines and organizational policies and procedures, service delivery standards and continually monitors and adjusts based on best available information.
Possess leadership experience in team building, program planning, evaluation and community development.

Other
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver\'s License and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Please submit your resume/cover letter, clearly demonstrating how you meet required qualifications.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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