Operations Consultant - Primary Health Care

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Business Manager, Primary Health Care, Family Practice and Chronic Disease Management (Northern zone), the Operations Consultant is responsible for working with the broader Primary Health Care (PHC) team to advance the strategic and operational priorities of the portfolio. The Operations Consultant has a responsibility for supporting the coordination of the planning, development and implementation of the activities assigned under the direction of the Business Manager as part of the Business and Operations team.
 
The scope of practice will include various roles as facilitator, coordinator, communicator, and planner. The Operation Consultant works according to the mission, vision, values and policies of NS Health and PHC/ Department of Family Practice to support the development and implementation of PHC programs, services and initiatives throughout the province. The Consultant's activities are guided by PHC priority areas, multiple stakeholders and by community needs and, therefore, require a professional approach.  This work requires recognition and application of best practice and application of evidenced informed decision making. Scope of work is broad and includes key areas such as Business Case planning, coordination, implementation and reporting, resource development, acting as a quality leader for the team, and providing operational supports for primary health care enablers (e.g. space, quality, evaluation, occupational health and safety) and much more.

Please note this position requires travel across Northern zone. A valid driver’s license and access to transportation is required.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Baccalaureate degree from a health discipline/health science field required
• Masters' degree in Business Administration, or Health Services Administration preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience and responsibilities in a Senior Coordinator position or equivalent required
• Experience in program and service development, implementation and evaluation required
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Smartsheets, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience in project management
• Experience in planning, coordinating, delivery and evaluation of PHC and community based initiatives
• Experience within a health related environment preferred
• Experience in a primary health care/community-based setting preferred
• Knowledge of disease prevention, health promotion, chronic disease management, and population health preferred
• Demonstrated leadership in facilitation with multiple stakeholder groups
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle; requires travel across the zone
• Competencies in other languages preferred, French an asset

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Long-Assignment, Full-Time

Approximately 18 months

Shifts may include evenings and weekends

Compensation and Benefits

$37.61 - $47.01 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.