Primary Health Care Manager - #387879

Job Description

The Primary Health Care (PHC) Manager contributes to the operational direction of Health Networks within the SHA by participating in Health Network site planning, leading the implementation of Health Networks and managing the delivery, evaluation and improvement of Primary Health Care Network programs and services. The PHC Manager works collaboratively with the other PHC Managers and Health Services Managers (urban, rural and north) in order to ensure consistency in approach and integration of service delivery across the various service/program areas. Span of Control: Primary Health Care Managers will have a wide span of control and a wide breadth of functions which include urban/rural/northern components of primary health care. Some examples of current services include, but are not limited to: chronic disease prevention/management, home care services, primary care services, mental health, public health services, therapies, client navigation, and all aspects of preventive and reactive health, intermediate care services and some complex care services. This position has accountability to provide clinical leadership in a matrix relationship with other network leaders through oversight of a large range of disciplines. Managers will be expected to participate actively in key committee's as determined by Network needs and clinical standard operations. Challenges: � Maintenance of effective, ongoing communication to ensure that client, community, staff and program needs are identified and addressed consistently while staff function in a matrix style of management. This includes leading, supporting and engaging in crucial /critical conversations � Providing effective services within limited resources and competing priorities � Managing expectations of stakeholders including the public, physicians, community groups, municipalities, First Nations and Metis organizations and non-governmental agencies � Managing multiple priorities in a developing role in a constantly c

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in health, social sciences or administration, along with professional leadership training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrates and is recognized for strategic and operational leadership that includes articulation of mission, vision and strategy and charts a path forward
• Demonstrates commitment to a diverse, culturally competent and culturally safe health system and representative workforce
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Has a proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders, including community, to balance the needs and interests of these diverse groups while maintaining alignment with strategic priorities
• Has demonstrated ability to coach and develop others
• Has demonstrated strong critical thinking, financial and analytical skills
• Has demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Is committed to delivering on Patient and Family Centered Care
• Is committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge of First Nations and Metis History in Saskatchewan along with an understanding of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Knowledge of the healthcare system in Saskatchewan
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Promotes innovation, guides change and is committed to continuous improvement
  
  

Other Information

• Travel within the province of Saskatchewan is required
• Where necessary, on-call responsibilities may be required in this position
  
  

Additional Information

SE NETWORK 4: YORKTON & AREA The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons. Internal candidates may be required to provide a CRC and/or VSC during the recruitment and selection process. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.

Geographic Location: Yorkton

Expected Start Date: August 12, 2024

FTE: 1.00