Job Description

Your Opportunity:
Alberta Health Services is currently looking to add Provincial Implementation Leads to the Connect Care Continuing Care team to support the execution and evaluation of Connect Care's projects related to the Contracted Vendor Portal (CVP) readiness and implementation. Contracted Vendor portal project will integrate is a transformative p program that looks to integrate over 1300 independent systems across Alberta into one platform that will enhance patient quality care as we know it. The CVP will be used by contracted agencies and providers to access information provided by Assisted Living Alberta teams. Reporting to the Continuing Care Home Care & Community CORe Lead this is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in project management, change management and stakeholder engagement that will contribute to the success of Connect Care and CVP.
Description:
The Provincial Implementation Lead is a senior professional role that combines advanced clinical skill and knowledge along with project management skills. The Provincial Implementation Lead provides advanced expertise within their clinical scope as well as expertise in implementation and readiness of CVP. This position will support the readiness and implementation states of support of the Contracted Vendor Portal in Phase 1 & 2 by working with a variety of stakeholders. The Implementation Lead requires exceptional communication skills and current experience in patient care areas to understand and address the diverse needs of stakeholders, particularly those working in teams. The Implementation Lead works collaboratively with other Implementation Leads, the Connect Care Continuing Care team, clinical informatics leads including nurses, physicians, allied health professionals and service departments. Monitors project progress against standards, timelines, plans, and budget; actively identifying and resolving issues affecting timely completion including a point of escalation for related issues. Anticipates potential risks and creates mitigation strategies for issues threatening the success of CVP implementation and Readiness. Maintains active communication with clinical operations contacts to understand their environments and influence their thinking for the successful implementation for CIS and related Health Information Technology. Explains complex and difficult issues to leadership that have multiple possible solutions and presents solutions that promote and influence standardization as well as best practice across the continuum; develops solutions to complex problems.

Classification:

Lead

Union:

Exempt

Unit and Program:

Clinical Operations Informatics Office

Primary Location:

Quarry Crossing

Location Details:

Eligible to work remotely within Alberta

Negotiable Location:

Provincial

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp F/T Benefits

FTE:

1.00

Posting End Date:

27-AUG-2025

Date Available:

15-SEP-2025

Temporary End Date:

30-SEP-2026

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

2

Shifts per cycle:

10

Shift Pattern:

Days

Days Off:

Saturday/Sunday

Minimum Salary:

$37.82

Maximum Salary:

$64.86

Vehicle Requirement:

Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in a related health care discipline. Membership in good standing with appropriate professional organization (i.e. CRNA, ACP). Strong working knowledge of Home Care processes. Must be able to maintain positive relationships as well be self-directed and effective in team environments as required. Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines are essential. Basic knowledge of systems principles, as well as theories and concepts of the healthcare business. Must be able to maintain positive relationships as well be self-directed and effective in team environments as required. Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines are essential. Basic knowledge of systems principles, as well as theories and concepts of the healthcare business.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of progressively more responsible roles in clinical areas. Minimum of 7 years of direct experience in clinical roles in the provision of healthcare or a strong working knowledge and understanding of healthcare delivery. Has developed depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline. Experience in health services is desired. Proven experience in managing teams, including demonstrated ability and comfort with decision making, coaching and mentoring. Proven ability to foster relationships and partnerships with highly complex internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong experience and knowledge of Connect Care Home Care workflows. Strong communication and follow-up skills. Proven issues management skills and experience. Detail oriented and probes for information to fully understand clinical issues, able to understand micro and macro points of view to create collaborative solutions. Demonstrated pattern of professional and personal development. Self-motivate and self-directed, requires little supervision.