Surgical Clinical Reviewer, Program Management-Surgery, Full-Time Position

4 days ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

Job Summary

The Surgical Clinical Reviewer, Program Management-Surgery, Full-Time position at North York General Hospital is a dynamic role that requires a detail-oriented and organized individual to collect and submit reliable data to the ACS NSQIP. The successful candidate will work closely with the Department of Surgery to identify clinical quality improvement opportunities and manage special projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Data Collection and Reporting: Identify surgical patients for inclusion in the Program through the application of Program inclusion/exclusion criteria and protocols.
  • Collect preoperative, operative, and postoperative data components for the Program through the effective utilization of the hospital medical record systems.
  • Attend division meetings as required to report on data collection of postoperative occurrences.
  • Demonstrate applicability of the methodology and the reliability of definitions utilized by reviewers within the program through Inter-Rater Reliability (IRR) testing.
  • Identify streamlining and process improvement opportunities in the data collection process.
  • Demonstrate appropriate utilization of resources necessary to obtain valid, reliable data for entry into the Program.
  • Utilize software applications for data collection and analysis.
  • Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of data into the program's database and meets the caseload accrual requirement protocol.
  • Reviews weekly site accrual report on the database and responds to accrual report alerts.
  • Executes study-related administrative tasks such as collection of regulatory documents, data entry, ethics submissions, serious adverse event submissions, etc.
  • Plans, implements and coordinates all aspects of data collection, and source documentation, as per North York General Hospital policy.
  • Conducts chart reviews.
  • Assesses study-related literature.
  • Participates in database maintenance including data entry.
  • Works Effectively with Patients, Families, and Staff: Establishes effective working relationships with members of the hospital community, especially staff in the Surgery, Medicine, Nursing, Medical Records and the Information Systems Departments whose support is necessary for the management and success of the Program.
  • Contacts patients and/or families via telephone and/or written communications postoperatively for the purpose of identifying possible occurrences associated with surgical procedures performed at the hospital.
  • Serves as a resource on the ACS NSQIP for internal and external audiences by developing material and delivering presentations.
  • Identifies problems, reports them to senior team members, and assists in developing plans to resolve them.
  • ACS NSQIP and Ontario (NSQIP-ON) Participation: Successfully completes the ACS NSQIP SCR Training/Certification Program within first 3 months.
  • Successfully completes ACS NSQIP annual competency exam.
  • Participates in Program teleconferences.
  • Attends ACS NSQIP National Conference.
  • Shares NSQIP data and quality improvement lessons and solutions with the NSQIP-ON Collaborative participants.
  • Engages in collaborative learning with a network of colleagues across the province (NSQIP-ON Collaborative).
  • Participates in training/webinars/meetings.
  • Participates in formal evaluation of NSQIP-ON Network.
  • Participates in developing the annual Surgical Quality Improvement Plan (SQIP) and completing the quarterly reports.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate degree in a health-related discipline or equivalent.
  • Certified SCR or willingness to successfully complete the ACS NSQIP SCR Training/Certification Program.
  • Minimum one year experience in a surgical department, surgical suite setting, acute care setting, clinical research or medical records with coding and abstraction.
  • Clinical chart review and abstraction experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in the MS Office suite with advanced skills in MS Word and Excel is required.
  • Experience in PowerPoint and Outlook preferred.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and be confident self-starter.
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Clinical chart review and abstraction experience preferred.
  • Basic statistical knowledge preferred.
  • Database entry and/or management experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Oracle Health (PowerChart and SurgiNet) applications preferred.
  • Quality improvement or patient safety knowledge and experience preferred.
  • Proficiency and knowledge of the regulatory environment in Clinical research, including Privacy legislation, Health Canada Clinical Trial Applications, Health Canada inspections, Tri-Council Policy.
  • Certification with the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) and current active member of CHIMA in good standing; an asset.
  • RN and RPN background preferred. Must be in good standing with respective college.

What We Offer

Working at North York General Hospital means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada's leading hospitals. This is a Full-Time Regular position with 8 hour shifts, day shifts in the Program Management-Surgery Department. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department



  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer, Program Management-SurgeryNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our Program Management-Surgery team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP, a program that provides hospitals with a surgical quality...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer, Program Management-SurgeryNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our Program Management-Surgery team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP, a program that provides hospitals with a surgical quality...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our Program Management team at North York General Hospital. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP, identifying clinical quality improvement opportunities, and managing special...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team in the Program Management-Surgery Department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP, identifying clinical quality improvement opportunities,...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team in the Program Management-Surgery Department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP, identifying clinical quality improvement opportunities,...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team at North York General Hospital. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery Department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and submit high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and document high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and document high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team at North York General Hospital. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery Department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and submit high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and document high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and document high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and document high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Surgical Clinical Reviewer Job DescriptionNorth York General Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team. As a key member of our Program Management-Surgery department, you will play a critical role in collecting and submitting reliable data to the ACS NSQIP.Key Responsibilities:Collect and document high-quality data for...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Surgical Clinical Reviewer to join our team at North York General Hospital. As a key member of our Program Management team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest quality of care for our patients.Key ResponsibilitiesCollect and submit reliable data to the ACS NSQIP by compiling, documenting, and...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Intuitive Surgical Full time

    About Intuitive SurgicalWe are a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, committed to making a difference in the world of minimally invasive care. Our team is united behind our mission to expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Sales Representative to join our team in...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Intuitive Surgical Full time

    About Intuitive SurgicalWe are a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, committed to making a difference in the world of minimally invasive care. Our team is united behind our mission to expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Sales Representative to join our team in...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Intuitive Surgical Full time

    Company OverviewAt Intuitive Surgical, we are driven by a mission to revolutionize minimally invasive care. Our team is united behind a shared vision: to empower surgeons to deliver life-enhancing care through intelligent technology.We are a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, and we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team that is...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Intuitive Surgical Full time

    About Intuitive SurgicalWe are a pioneering company in the field of robotic-assisted surgery, dedicated to expanding the potential of physicians to heal without constraints. Our mission is to make a difference in the world of healthcare by fostering an inclusive and diverse team, committed to solving some of healthcare's hardest challenges.Job SummaryWe are...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada Intuitive Surgical Full time

    About Intuitive SurgicalWe are a pioneering company in the field of robotic-assisted surgery, dedicated to expanding the potential of physicians to heal without constraints. Our mission is to make a difference in the world of healthcare by fostering an inclusive and diverse team, committed to solving some of healthcare's hardest challenges.Job SummaryWe are...


  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada North York General Hospital Full time

    Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Surgery Program ManagementNorth York General Hospital is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to join our Surgery Program Management team. As an integral member of our team, you will provide administrative support to the Program Directors and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care.Key...