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Clinical Learning and Development Specialist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Surrey

AI generated summary

  • You need a Master's in a clinical health profession, 5 years in complex healthcare education, strong leadership, project management skills, and proficiency in MS Office.
  • You will develop clinical learning programs, collaborate with experts, optimize staff training, oversee projects, ensure compliance with standards, and represent the organization at educational events.

Requirements

  • Qualifications: Graduate of an approved clinical health profession with a Master's degree in that health profession or in health administration, education or related field.
  • Experience: At least five (5) years' recent, related clinical and/or education experience in a complex health care environment including progressive professional practice, education, project management and leadership experience. Current practicing registration with the relevant regulatory college or association in British Columbia.
  • COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework of Clear, Caring and Courageous and creates the conditions for people to succeed.
  • Professional/Technical Capabilities
  • Knowledge of health care system and provincial educational systems.
  • Thorough knowledge and experience working with complex health care organizations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of applicable regulatory body/association standards.
  • Ability to exercise initiative, creativity and innovative thinking and is current regarding evolving trends and practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and participate effectively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and write proposals.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the interprofessional collaborative.
  • Excellent organizational, prioritization and time management skills.
  • Advanced knowledge in planning and facilitating organization change, systems thinking, building collaborative partnerships.
  • Advanced consultation, facilitation and project management knowledge including program implementation, education, and evaluation.
  • Proven flexibility with a high level of initiative and self direction.
  • Demonstrated effective decision-making, critical appraisal and supervision skills.
  • Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
  • Proficiency in the use of personal computers and related technology using programs such as MS Word, Access, Excel and Power Point.

Responsibilities

  • Leads the development of career pathways and clinical learning programs, collaborating with subject matter experts, Professional Practice, Employee Experience, and clinical operations leaders.
  • Plans for clinical learning capacity for staff and students in collaboration with post secondary institutions and sites.
  • Provides expertise in clinical learning programs as they relate to Health Human Resources (HRR) strategy and planning; conducts needs assessments and plans, implements and evaluates Fraser Health clinical learning programs, including providing feedback and consultation on related curriculum design, and leading the work of Clinical Nurse Educators and other staff through implementation.
  • Designs learning strategy for role optimization in collaboration with Fraser Health's Scope of Practice and Regulation Committee, clinical networks and programs.
  • Oversees and supports projects and initiatives, incorporating change management and knowledge translation considerations.
  • Oversees specific Learning Strategy and Innovations (LSI) staff as designated and related projects as assigned including the supervision of day-to-day operational work and daily administration of education programs.
  • Optimizes health human resources utilization by evaluating learning requirements and priorities, scanning clinical environments, and developing clinical learning opportunities necessary to prepare health care providers for a variety of practice settings.
  • Recommends and leads or contributes to the development of new learning strategies, policies and procedures.
  • Ensures clinical learning programs are consistent with current practice standards and research; works closely with Professional Practice and clinical networks to confirm that program content supports/endorses best practice and current policies and procedures.
  • Partners with various internal and external contacts (such as regional clinical networks, Employee Experience, Ministry of Health, other health authorities, post secondary institutions, national/international partners) to conceptualize, develop, deliver, and/or coordinate education programs or clinical learning opportunities that meet Ministry of Health mandates and Fraser Health objectives.
  • Represents Fraser Health and Learning Strategies and Innovations at various events including educational forums, professional associations, regulatory bodies and external committees.
  • Supports clinical research to promote the development of clinical knowledge and its application to innovative clinical learning strategies.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Clinical Learning and Development Specialist position?

The salary range for this position is CAD $45.46 - $65.35 per hour.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be graduates of an approved clinical health profession with a Master's degree in that health profession, health administration, education, or a related field.

How much experience is necessary for this role?

A minimum of five (5) years of recent, related clinical and/or education experience in a complex health care environment is required.

Is current registration with a regulatory college or association required?

Yes, current practicing registration with the relevant regulatory college or association in British Columbia is required.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Clinical Learning and Development Specialist?

Key responsibilities include leading the development of clinical learning programs, planning for clinical learning capacity, providing expertise in clinical education, and overseeing projects and initiatives related to clinical learning.

Will I have the opportunity to work with external partners?

Yes, the position involves collaborating with various internal and external partners, including post-secondary institutions and health authorities.

Are there leadership responsibilities associated with this position?

Yes, the Clinical Learning and Development Specialist is responsible for providing leadership in the design, planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinical education programs.

Is experience in project management necessary for this role?

Yes, project management experience is required, along with skills in leadership and education within a healthcare environment.

What competencies should a candidate possess?

Candidates should demonstrate leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework, including being clear, caring, and courageous, which helps create conditions for others to succeed.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the role involves supporting clinical research and participating in educational forums and professional associations, which can enhance professional development.

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Mission & Purpose

Located in British Columbia, Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing health authorities that operates 12 hospitals (including Level 1 and 3 Trauma Centres), the province’s first state-of-the-art outpatient centre and other facilities. Serving over two (2) million British Columbians in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, our team of over 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.