Non-UnionPatient Care Manager, MedicineProgram: MedicineStatus: Full TimeShift: Monday to Friday (8 hour days); on-call & occasional weekend coverageSalary: $50.708 - $55.245File #: UNEX1700000871DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The Patient Care Manager, G9 Medicine unit, reports to the Director, Medicine Program. This position is responsible for the management of the clinical 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 processes, the management of staff, the achievement of business goals including increased operational efficiencies and optimize interdisciplinary team functioning. As well, will facilitate and support the implementation of evidence based practice 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 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, required;* Recent management and leadership experience, required;* Experience in medical/surgical patient care, required;* Well-developed negotiation and conflict management/resolution skills, required;* Certification from a recognized Health Regulatory College of Ontario, required;* Proven knowledge of and ability to work with Collective Agreements and Labour Relations issues* Effective team building skills;* 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 that facilitates growth and development;* Demonstrated knowledge of hospital functions and current trends in health care;* 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, change management, evaluation and utilization management skills;* Proven effective organizational, planning, assessment and evaluation skills;* Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills;* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety and environmental safety, and participation in regular in-service sessions;* Masters in a related field, preferred;* Experience in LEAN methodology, an asset; and* Proven attendance with the capability of maintaining this same standard.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:This position is open to all qualified staff throughout Lakeridge Health.The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.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.