Company Description
The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompassesToronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Job Description
Union: Non Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital & Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Joint Department of Medical Imaging,Interventional Radiology
Reports to: Senior Director, JDMI
Grade: M0:08
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $109,091 - $136,364 annually (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: June 21, 2024
Position Summary
Join the Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI) at UHN, one of the largest academic medical imaging department in Canada! With 750,000+ exams annually, we set the standard for clinical excellence. Our cutting-edge digital technology and dedicated team of 700+ staff and 90 specialized radiologists prioritize patient care and exceptional image quality. Be part of our journey to shape the future of medical imaging through innovation, groundbreaking research, education, and top-notch service. The JDMI is committed to ongoing education and quality assurance initiatives and is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and the Michener Institute of Education.
The Director of Interventional Radiology and Patient Flow for the Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI) provides operational leadership that fosters quality patient care delivery and effective resource management. This role is accountable and responsible for clinical and administrative functions, as well as patient care delivery within medical imaging for the University Health Network, Mount Sinai Hospital, and Women’s College Hospital. The Director is an integral part of the operational program leadership.
Duties:
Planning and Operational Leadership
- Maintains responsibility for the effective and efficient operational management of specified departments within the Joint Department of Medical Imaging (University Health Network, Mount Sinai Hospital, Women’s College Hospital)
- Provide leadership for clinical operations in a shared governance model across different hospital corporations
- Takes a committed lead to create and promote a vision and culture of excellence
- Ensures the development of corporate policies and procedures for the effective operations of the medical imaging department across the JDMI.
People & Culture Management
- Manages department human resources, in consultation with assigned P&C repsand Senior/Executive Director, within JDMI at UHN, MSH, WCH
- Provides leadership to management of human resources of all technologists, nursing, administrative and other clinical support staff at UHN, MSH and WCH through the clinical management leadership structure
- Demonstrates a leadership style which is creative, interdisciplinary and collaborative; and builds a culture of caring through an environment of empowerment, respect and collaboration
Financial and Asset Management
- Manages medical imaging financial resources for specified portfolio within the Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI)
- Leads and manages the annual operating budget processes for the specified modalities and operations within the JDMI Department
Quality Improvement, Research and Innovation
- Manages the development, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality improvement initiatives.
- Provides leadership support of a Quality Strategic Plan that drives the improvement of patient care processes, overall image quality and accuracy/timeliness of diagnostic report and/or outcomes
- Influence and support JDMI’s research and innovation strategies through IT, research, education and clinical change management
Qualifications
- Completion of a Masters Degree in Business or Health Care Administration or recognized equivalent
- Over 8 years of practical and related experience
- Member of the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario (preferred)
- Excellent leadership abilities and in-depth knowledge of business process
- Excellent problem recognition and problem solving-skills
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
- Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
- Ability to work in a self-directed manner
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
