Risk and Compliance Manager

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Join the Medavie Health NL Team

Are you looking for a fulfilling career that makes a meaningful impact on your life and the lives of others As the provider of emergency medical services and medical communications operations across Newfoundland and Labrador Medavie Health NL (MHNL) is proud to offer career opportunities for professionals who share our strong commitment to delivering healthcare to communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Reporting to the Director System Performance the Manager Risk Management Privacy & Compliance shall be responsible for the oversight of the operational and clinical risk portfolio within the organization. The role is responsible for the oversight of Risk Management & Compliance ensuring they are integrated within operations to drive continuous improvement within the organization. The Manager Risk Management & Compliance works in collaboration with other managers to promote the integration of risk and safety measures into the Education and Training Programs. Provide oversight of the quality and risk portfolio and supports its integration with operations and clinical services.
Provide oversight of the quality and safety framework to promote continuous quality improvement of operations within the organization.
Provide oversight leadership and support for risk management initiatives that focus on preventing adverse events that impact patient and employee safety.
Provide oversight leadership and support in the development and management of a robust risk and safety reporting system.
Report on and disseminates risk and safety activities to SMT.
Participate in business planning activities as required.
May lead special projects. May also support Medavie Health Services on projects as required.
Participate in the development implementation and review of quality safety risk management and research related policies and procedures.
Monitor and review the activities of industry/organizations that produce standards guidelines and training opportunities specializing in the healthcare system.
Bachelors degree in health sciences or related field or related experience would be an asset.
Licensed or can gain licensure to work in Newfoundland and Labrador as a healthcare professional.
Experience with database utilization and management experience with quality management research and/or risk management an asset.
Experience in project management considered an asset.
Experience with safety management systems an asset.
Experience in the operations of a high-performance ambulance and air medical transport system and/or in the home healthcare setting and understands the role and importance of a quality improvement program and continuing education within these systems.
Willing to obtain the Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designation as required.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Knowledge and/or expertise in healthcare management information technology finance and human resources.

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MHNL is the selected proponent to design manage and operate a single integrated road and air ambulance service in Newfoundland and Labrador. We are an incorporated wholly owned NL-based subsidiary of Medavie Health Services (MHS) the largest contracted provider of emergency management services in Canada and a national leader in primary health care solutions including mobile integrated health and community paramedicine programs.

Together with Medavie Blue Cross MHS is part of Medavie a national health solutions partner and innovative leader in benefits management health management and healthcare delivery. Were one of Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures one of Canadas Top 100 Employers and certified Rainbow Registered as an organization that champions diversity equity and inclusion. We are more than just a workplace we are a people-focused visionary organization dedicated to fostering well-being and making a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees and the Communities we serve.

We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits by offering opportunities for personal and professional growth meaningful experiences and supportive leadership. We welcome diversity
We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. We are committed to making sure recruitment retention advancement and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws .

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