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Lung Screening Program Specialist
7 hours ago
Job Category: Professional
Hospital Location: Newmarket ON
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Number of Positions: 1
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $ $46.35
Why Join Our Team?
- A best-in-class workplace environment that prioritizes a culture of belonging and wellness.
- Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
- HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
- Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.
If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve
About the Role:
The Lung Screening Program Specialist works as part of the interdisciplinary health care team to support the delivery of the Ontario Lung Screening Program (OLSP). The Lung Screening Program Specialist provides patient assessment, coordination, education, and follow-up services for individuals at high risk of lung cancer undergoing low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening.
The role supports patients through the screening pathway by coordinating appointments, communicating results and next steps, providing informed consent education, and offering smoking cessation counselling and resource support. In collaboration with the interprofessional team, the Lung Screening Program Specialist ensures timely follow-up, continuity of care, and delivery of high-quality, patient-centered screening services in accordance with OLSP standards.
We prioritize a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspectives each candidate brings to our organization.
What you'll be doing:
Conduct OLSP risk triage and comprehensive eligibility assessments using standardized tools to confirm inclusion and exclusion criteria and determine screening eligibility.
Collect, assess, and document relevant clinical and risk information, including age, smoking history, and additional risk factors such as COPD and family history of lung cancer.
Coordinate care for patients referred to OLSP, including scheduling of risk assessments, LDCT scans, smoking cessation counselling, and other referrals as appropriate .
Coordinate post-LDCT follow-up, recall, and referrals in accordance with OLSP guidelines and Lung-RADS management recommendations.
Communicate screening eligibility, participation status, results, and next steps to participants and referring providers in a timely and accurate manner.
Ensure continuity of care within the screening program by coordinating ongoing participation, including booking subsequent LDCT appointments.
Facilitate connection to a provider for eligible, unattached participants who choose to proceed with screening.
Provide informed consent education and patient- centred counselling regarding LDCT screening, results interpretation, and next steps.
Deliver smoking cessation counselling and facilitate access to appropriate cessation resources in accordance with clinical practice guidelines.
What you bring:
Undergraduate degree in a health-related field (e.g., Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, or equivalent).
Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in patient care coordination, discharge planning, or related clinical practice within an acute care setting (preferred) Clinical knowledge, patient education skills, and care coordination expertise acquired through formal education and professional experience.
Knowledge of office routines, healthcare documentation standards, and administrative procedures.
Ability to use specialized healthcare systems, screening tools, and diagnostic technologies.
Good u nderstanding of clinical pathways, screening protocols, and multidisciplinary care coordination.
Strong communication and counselling skills to support informed decision-making and patient education.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary health care team.
Demonstrate s strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with patients/families, interprofessional team members, and other stakeholders
Demonstrate s excellent organizational and coordination skills and the ability to prioritize multiple competing workload demands.
Demonstrate s excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Demonstrate s flexibility and ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment.
Demonstrates flexibility to meet additional responsibilities as program demands.
Demonstrate s understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
Demonstrate s commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and caregivers within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive.
Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably.
Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process.
Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health
Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.
Accommodation & Diversity in the Workplace
At Southlake Health, we are committed to promoting employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment practices is a key aspect of our search process. The current posting is seeking candidates who identify with the following equity-seeking groups: women, racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are of the aforementioned identities and feel comfortable making it known, you may choose to self-identify as a member of a designated group. Any information directly related to you is kept confidential and used safely to inform our recruitment process towards being an equal opportunity employer.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health
