Quality Risk Management Coordinator (Temporary Full-Time)
- locations
- LTC - York (York St.) 333 York Street Sudbury, ON
- time type
- Full time
- posted on
- Posted 8 Days Ago
- job requisition id
- R20802
Job Description
QUALITY RISK MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR - Extendicare York, Sudbury, ON
Candidates are invited to apply for the Temporary Full-Time position of Quality Risk Management Coordinator (QRMC) at Extendicare York, a 278-bed long term care home located in Sudbury, ON.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the QRMC will operate as the driver of quality improvement within the home, by collaborating with local and regional teams. The successful candidate will operate as part of the interdisciplinary team in accordance with Extendicare’s policies, practices and current legislation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee quality initiatives across the home with a focus on indicators
- Develop solutions to existing quality improvement barriers
- Provide local and regional oversight for an assigned quality initiative
- Track and trend quality performance
- Attend and participate in local quality related committee meetings
- Lead/chair a quality improvement committee within the home
- Provide frontline presence in the Resident Communities to support, evaluate, and better understand quality and barriers to quality
- Use project management skills to lead teams towards common goals
- Identify gaps in training and education that impact quality
- Report findings to other members of the management team
- Attend management meetings
- Participate in performance appraisals
- Participate in labour management discussions and performance management of staff
- Oversee and support the admission, treatment and safe discharge process of our 24-bed convalescent care program
- Support and lead our Rehabilitation programs and services
- Work collaboratively with community partners, contract service providers and vendors
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have knowledge and/or a strong desire to learn about quality improvement within Long Term Care (LTC)
- Must be passionate about geriatrics
- LTC experience preferred
- Project management is an asset
- Must be a team player
- 2 years of leadership experience (preferred)
- Must demonstrate and possess exceptional customer service skills
- Familiarity and understanding of electronic health record systems i.e. PCC, RAI/MDS, RUGS, E-MAR, POC tablets is considered an asset
- Knowledge of LTC industry regulatory requirements and current Best Practices is considered an asset
- Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal skills, ability to coach and work effectively with others and an ability to effect change
- Understanding of Quality Indicators/willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and be self-directed
- Ability to facilitate others with problem solving processes
- Excellent written and oral communication
Time Type:
Temporary Full-TimeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
Time Type:
Full timeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!
Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.
About Us
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes.
Our Mission
“Helping People Live Better.”
We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life.
We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members.
Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada.
Our Values
At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us.
Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations.
Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents.
Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement.
Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others.
Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers.
Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication.
Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential.
Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.