Safety Consultant - Jobs in Saskatoon

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Job Description Reporting to the Manager Qualityamp; Safety, the Safety Consultant is accountable for the application of safety practices and standards to protect, promote and maintain the healthamp; safety of the Saskatchewan Health Authority. �The incumbent is also responsible for the implementation of the SHA Management System that would support the existing Safety Program, with the intent of exceeding minimum standards in Healthamp; Safety. �The Safety Consultant is a key role within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Qualityamp; Safety portfolio. �The Consultant is responsible to ensure consistent application of all patient and staff safety legislation, regulations and practices, quality improvement methodologies and client concern handling. � The position is expected to maintain quality and safety as outlined in the SHA Qualityamp; Safety Plan and support the deployment and replication of the SHA Management System throughout the organization. �The Consultant may be assigned to support functions and duties related to Patient Safety, Staff Safety, Quality Improvement and/or Concern Handling, depending on area of need. �The Consultant will participate in and lead efforts to link in with key stakeholders to support safety and continuous quality improvement at all levels of the organization. �The Consultant may also be tasked with developing project teams, determining the scope of projects, establishing target dates, monitoring outcomes and providing regular updates. �To be successful, the Consultant must effectively work with staff, leaders, physicians to integrate best practices and standards. The Consultant influences the success of system wide improvement and attainment of organizational goals. Job Qualifications Required QualificationsUndergraduate degree or diploma in a health related field or equivalent combination of education and experienceValid Class 5 Driver #39;s licenseExperienceExperience within a health care facility, along with practical expertise in this specialty area is preferred. Consideration will be given to practical experience gained in other industries.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of First Nations and Metis history in Saskatchewan along with an understanding of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to ActionKnowledge of the healthcare system in SaskatchewanOther InformationSHA and unions continue to work through scope discussions. There is potential some positions currently OOS may transition inscope in the future however it is unknown if this position will be impactedTravel within the province of Saskatchewan may be required Additional Information These positions will be primarily responsible for the areas of OHS, Patient Safety QCC or Quality Improvement. The successful applicant will be designated as a Safety Consultant for QCC in the QS portfolio within a defined geographic area. Please indicate on your cover letter your areas of interest/expertiseamp; location of interest. Onsite presenceamp; travel within the north will be required. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons. Internal candidates may be required to provide a CRC and/or VSC during the recruitment and selection process. We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.Geographic Location: NW 4, 5, 6 - Lloydminster, North Battleford, Unity and surrounding areasExpected Start Date: February 5, 2024Expected Up To Date: March 31, 2025FTE: 1.00