• Report to the Manager Operating Room (OR) Equipment & Supplies.
• A member of the OR management team in the strategic and operations planning and development of policies and procedures for the program, and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational requirements of assigned area(s) within the program.
• Supervise staff for the assigned area(s) including making determinations on selection and discipline, approving or declining special leave requests made by union staff, providing leadership and guidance to team members, and coordinating related training and orientation.
• Lead discussions with managers, surgeons, anesthesiologists, other supervisors, and surgical staff in identifying the appropriate equipment and supplies to support their clinical practice in providing effective patient care.
• Prepare reports regarding statistical product budget analysis and provide recommendations in developing authority-wide strategic plans for the standardization of safe and cost effective OR equipment and supplies. Analyzes trends and identifies opportunities for the development of innovative processes that optimize resource use, and continually improve service delivery within a fast paced, high volume operating room environment.
• Interact regularly with colleagues and co-workers regarding assigned area(s) service delivery and operational activities and communicates with key internal and external stakeholders, committees and task groups as required for conducting daily business and achieving program goals and objectives.
• Maintain on-going consultation with existing and prospective user/clients to formulate and develop strategies and process improvements. Participates in quality assurance activities, and provides input into budget for assigned area(s).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field
• A minimum of five (5) years’ recent, related experience in a complex, fast-paced health care environment with progressive leadership experience including supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and database programs (such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and ORMIS) is required.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Skillfully coordinates activities of staff to ensure effective service delivery using strong leadership, coaching, mentoring and communication abilities.
• Provides knowledgeable input into the planning and development of the budget and monitors expenditures and makes recommendations for corrective remedial action as required.
• Uses an understanding of customer needs to develop both strategic and tactical solutions to achieve objectives and ensure user needs are met.
• Uses strong interpersonal and customer relations skills to deal with a variety of stakeholders both internal and external to the organization.
• Uses analytical abilities to review current processes, identify areas for standardization and improvement, and formulate policies and procedures.
• Effectively utilizes verbal, written and technological communication skills when obtaining information, providing advice/information and otherwise communicating electronically, verbally or in written format.
• Keeps up-to-date with current trends, topics and issues pertaining to OR equipment and supplies and acts as a resource to key stakeholders.
  
  

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.