DEPARTMENT: Medical Services

ANTICIPATED START DATE: 26 May 2025

BARGAINING UNIT: Management and Non-Bargaining

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: French essential and spoken English

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Regional Quality of Medical Care Advisor reports to the Administrative Director of Medical Services. They work with the client to achieve the strategic and operational objectives of the sector and the Network as a whole. They are responsible for providing professional assistance to the medical leadership in the framework of quality of medical care. They analyze, revise and draft policies and procedures, executive memos, reports and business plans related to the quality of medical care. They also carry out the research required to establish best practices within the medical profession. The advisor is responsible for managing quality of medical care projects.

They work closely with the research, medical training, project management, quality management, risk management, policies and procedures, communications and planning sectors. They are also responsible for professional relations with external partners such as the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick (NB), the NB Medical Society, the NB Health Council, Choosing Wisely Canada and the Department of Health.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in administration, humanities or social science;
• Medical training or a graduate degree in health services management, public administration, business administration or a related discipline;
• Training in quality management or willingness to complete such training within two years of starting the position;
• Lean Six Sigma certification (minimum green belt);
• Certification in project management (PMP or equivalent);
• Minimum of five years' experience in policy or program development, analysis and implementation in the health field or public sector;
• Experience in research and project management;
• Combination of training and experience deemed equivalent may be considered;

• Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle (occasional travel required);
• Leadership, ability to mobilize and engage others;
• Skills in leading teams, coordinating initiatives and creating and presenting educational materials;
• Good organizational skills, analytical abilities, tact and discretion;
• Ability to write complex documents and reports;
• Knowledge of the Power BI platform;
• Ability to adapt to change;
• Proven analytical, writing and synthesis skills;
• Ability to manage several projects and tasks at once;
• Understanding of the organization's needs and priorities;

• Proficiency with common computer tools (Microsoft 365 suite);
• Ability to set priorities and meet objectives;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethics principles, the Network's management philosophy and organizational values;
• Adherence to the Network's confidentiality rules.

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.