IM/IT Team Lead – Innovation

Job title: IM/IT Team Lead – Innovation

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Job description: Req ID: 108862
Location: 90 Lovett Lake Court, Halifax (NSH Executive Offices & Remote)
Company: NSHA
Department: IMIT Strategy & Corporate Systems
Type of Employment: Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: MGMT/NON-Union
Posting Closing Date: 30-Mar-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

The IM/IT Innovation Lead provides subject matter expertise and technical oversight on all Research and Innovation “Launch Pad” proof of concept/project work and will be responsible for advising on the technical components related to the implementation of multiple technical platforms/solutions in the healthcare setting. The individual will lead the technical planning and IT approvals processes as well as implementation/evaluation of the proposed solutions in collaborative partnership with other IM/IT resources, and stakeholders (e.g., NSDS).

The IM/IT Innovation Lead works collaboratively with the Research and Innovation team and heath care stakeholders to trial technology based solutions as a part of the “Launch Pad” Program. Delivers clear communication and documentation of clinical innovation initiatives through consultation and analysis of patient care flow and program workflow patterns with clinical specialists and physicians. The IM/IT Innovation Lead reports to the Process and Business Services IM/IT Manager and oversees a multitude of pilot projects, with particular attention to Mental Health and Addictions and Primary Health Care. The IM/IT has dual reporting into the Senior Director, Innovation.

The IM/IT Innovation Lead performs a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, coordination of resources and stakeholders; managing timelines and milestones; documenting outcomes; monitoring, summarizing and communicating the progress of activities to the appropriate stakeholders. Additionally, this lead position ensures that all activities within their responsible area are supported by the NSHA IM/IT business plan, established policies/procedures, and in line with service level agreements between NSHA, IWK and the department of health.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in computer science information systems or health related field, plus a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ of experience in supporting clinical applications. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered

• Current registration in a health care discipline (where applicable)
• Masters in a clinical/health care specialty preferred
• Project management and change management certification considered an asset
• Acute understanding of clinical work flows, processes and professional guidelines
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and build strong working relationships with existing team and diverse internal and external stakeholders

Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare technology experience considered an asset

• Experience supporting or leading clinical programs or clinical applications in a health care organizational environment considered an asset
• Knowledge and skills in the areas of IM/IT tools, applications and systems of support
• Experience in leading teams of staff with indirect accountabilities to other operational units
• Ability to execute through effective delegation, motivation and oversight
• Ability to conceptualize, plan, organize, coordinate and manage the work of a major program or function within the department
• Ability to lead and direct software upgrades
• Strong communication skills – written and oral and the ability to present in large groups
• Ability to demonstrate project management, customer service and support skills, and ability to escalate and contribute to resolving issues accordingly
• Competencies in other languages and asset, French preferred

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
Beginning April 1, 2021 with an expected end date of March 31, 2022
Dates are approximate and subject to change

Salary Information

$36.3711- $45.4638 hourly

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit – MGMT/NON-Union position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

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Location: Dartmouth, NS

Job date: Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:31:45 GMT