Patient Care Manager, Inpatient Surgery LHO & LHAPStatus: FTFile Number: 2100003422Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering/OshawaWage Schedule: $52.004 - $65.004 per hourProgram: Surgical ProgramDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The Patient Care Manager, In-Patient Surgical Unit reports to the Director, Surgical Program. This position is responsible for the management of two LH units (G7 LHO and 4E LHAP) G7 is a 24 Bed inpatient surgical unit including Thoracic services for the CELHIN and general surgery. 4E is a 24 bed medical/surgical unit. While working collaboratively with all members of the health care team, the successful incumbent will use their effective planning, budgeting and problem solving skills, to ensure: the development of unit and program processes; the management of staff; and to develop/support business goals including operational efficiencies and optimize interdisciplinary team functioning. As well, will develop, facilitate and support the implementation of evidence based processes and practices to achieve excellence in high quality delivery of patient care. The Patient Care Manager will have a personal drive and the need to achieve results by working to accomplish unit outcomes and setting goals and priorities that maximize the use of resources and will have the ability to inspire others to work toward a common goal by engaging and empowering staff. QUALIFICATIONS:* Baccalaureate degree in a health related discipline or a business related degree;* Master's degree or current enrollment in a Master's program (preferred);* Current registration from the appropriate regulated health professional association; * Proven recent clinical experience; * A keen interest and recent process re-engineering, planning and implementing experience; * A proven track record of achieving results that improve the organization and inspire confidence and commitment; * Demonstrated ability to lead effectively and create a high performance culture through change management strategies that facilitates growth and development; * Demonstrated knowledge of hospital functions and current trends in health care; * Proven knowledge of and ability to work with Collective Agreements and Labour Relations issues; *Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and related best practice guidelines;* Proven ability to problem-solve and critically analyze issues; * Proven management skills including financial, human resources, quality improvement, project planning and risk, change management, evaluation and utilization management skills;* Well-developed negotiation and conflict management/resolution skills;* Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills including the ability to fully utilize communication tools; * Current B.C.L.S.; * Must have satisfactory performance record;* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area; and;* Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard;CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under Lakeridge Health's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.