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**1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Patient Flow Coor.**

**Utilization Management**

**Reposted**

**It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event**

**you are successful.**

**Why Join Us?**

**Impactful Work**: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the

efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.

**Competitive Compensation**: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract

top talent.

**Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)**: We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario

Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having

access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong

pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our

overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As

your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

**Our Mission**: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

**Our Vision**: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

**Our Values**: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

**About the role**:
The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values

and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Under the direction of the Manager ‑ Patient Flow, the Patient Flow Coordinator is responsible for planning and

coordinating the day‑to‑day activities related to patient flow and interprofessional teamwork within the defined patient

care unit or program. The Patient Flow Coordinator is responsible for the overall processing of new patient referrals

and internal consultations as well as coordinating and facilitating the efficient flow of patients through the various

stages of their hospitalization. The Patient Flow Coordinator works within the program leadership team that includes

the program director, physician leader, unit manager, clinical nurse specialist, and nurse practice leader and

interprofessional team members, providing leadership to nursing and interprofessional team members.

Qualifications:

- Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario, or the ability to

become licensed with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current unencumbered Registration with the College of Nurses
- Current competence and clinical expertise with patient population (minimum 10 years)
- Demonstrated leadership experience and collaborative leadership style
- Discharge planning experience, specifically in the coordination and delivery of services and knowledge of patient

flow concepts
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback and resolve conflict
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work within a team
- Knowledge of team‑building principles and interprofessional collaboration
- Knowledge of professional practice standards and guiding principles to foster professional practice and

accountability
- Knowledge of Community Agencies, Long Term Care and other health care resources within the community and

region
- Adherence to PFCC philosophy, knowledge of CNO standards of practice
- Knowledge and expertise of patient flow
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing work demands

Salary Range: $44.240 to 61.680

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &

work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for

this position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work

environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a

workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve