Branch Supervisor

Permanent Full-Time
Zonal Manager of Medical Imaging
Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook
The Provincial Health Authority in Newfoundland and Labrador, serves a population of more than 525,000, offering the full continuum of health and community services, including public health, long term care, community services, correctional health, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. The PHA has responsibility for providing tertiary level health services which are offered through its academic healthcare facilities. These provincial responsibilities require a broad understanding of the service needs throughout the province. The transformation of the health system into one Provincial Health Authority was a key element of the Newfoundland and Labrador Health Accord (HANL), released to the public in early 2022. The HANL outlines a vision of improved health and health outcomes for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians through acceptance of and interventions in social determinants of health, and a higher quality health system that rebalances community, hospital, and long-term care services.
Reporting to the Director of Medical Imaging, the Zonal Medical Imaging (MI) Manager provides leadership, vision and administrative oversight to the Medical Imagining Department. The Zonal MI Manager will be accountable for financial management and budgeting; human resource management including professional development, human resource planning and performance management activities; functioning as part of the management team to develop, implement and evaluate strategic directions for Medical Imaging services; providing input and recommendations for Medical Imaging services, equipment needs and purchases; as well as Risk Management, Patient safety and quality improvement. The MI manager will ensure that policies, protocols, and standards are in place to support evidence informed practice. The manager will provide clinical supervision and support to staff within the program, as well as operational support to program staff at designated sites. The Zonal MI Manager is also responsible for the monitoring of wait times and developing strategies to ensure that clients receive timely access to health services.
The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements. o Leading yourself by having self-awareness, managing your performance and health, developing yourself, and demonstrating character that is in line with Western Health's values of accountability, care, collaboration, excellence, respect and transparency;
o Engaging others through fostering development of others, contributing to the creation of a healthy organization, communicating effectively, and building effective teams;
o Achieving results by setting direction, strategically aligning decisions with vision, values, evidence, taking action to implement decisions, and assessing and evaluating outcomes;
o Developing coalitions through purposefully building partnerships and networks to create results, demonstrating a commitment to customers and service, mobilizing knowledge, and navigating socio-political environments;
o Systems Transformation by thinking analytically and critically and questioning and challenging the status quo, encouraging and supporting innovation, orienting oneself strategically to the future, and championing and orchestrating change.
Zonal and provincial responsibility subject to change as the NL Health Services Provincial Medical Imaging structure is finalized.
Completion of a recognized program in Medical Radiation Technology or Diagnostic Ultrasonography is required.
Bachelor's Degree in Technology, Business, a health-related discipline, or other related discipline is required.
Education in healthcare management from a recognized/approved institution is preferred.
Education and/or certification in Project management is an asset.
Minimum of five years of experience within the last seven working in multi-discipline Medical Imaging Department is required.
Experience working in a leadership or management role is required, preferably in a health care environment.
Knowledge of human resource management, financial management and operations management.
Demonstrated strong collaboration and team building skills, and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrated skills in change management and quality/process improvement.
Demonstrated effective management, analytical, and supervisory skills.
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize work requirements.
Current or eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) or Sonography Canada is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
Use of a private vehicle is a condition of employment.
Monday to Friday
Western Health values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.