Job Description:This is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.Location: WRHN @ Cancer CentreWork Type: Temporary Full TimeContract End Date: November 5, 2026Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.POSITION: Clinical Regional Coordinator, OncologyHOURS OF WORK: 7.5 hour shifts, Days, Monday to FridayPosition Objectives:
Projects and initiatives: To collaboratively work with the Regional Cancer Clinical Leads, Regional Cancer program leadership and Patient Family Advisors (PFAs) to identify regional clinical needs, create work plans, and implement projects and initiatives in accordance with funding deliverables, and both the Ontario Cancer Plan and the Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Plan.
Person-centred Care: To support and deliver quality person-centred care in Waterloo Wellington through the promotion of services provided through the Regional Cancer Program such as patient experience and engagement, symptom management and psychosocial oncology. Developing strong relationships, especially with all regional partners is key.
Data and Reporting: To monitor regional cancer performance data and flag changes in performance, missing data etc. to regional manager for action. To facilitate the completion of OH-CCO reports (i.e., quarterly performance, year-end) action plans, proposals, and other documentation as required. To collaborate with multiple stakeholders, internal and external, to ensure priorities and metrics are successfully achieved.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
Coordinates with GRRCC leadership, management and PFAs to identify clinical project needs, create project plans, and implement.
Ensures that all organized initiatives align with GRH Strategic Plan, GRH Integrated Plan, Ontario Cancer Plan, WW Regional Cancer Plan and the WW Indigenous Cancer Plan as well the priorities of the GRRCC Cancer Program.
Embraces and utilizes recognized Quality Improvement approaches for planning, implementing, monitoring and measuring projects or project components.
Utilizes sound project delivery practices by identifying challenges and leading initiatives and activities to ensure timely completion.
Utilizes strong clinical background to engage with the project team, develop new workflows and support team with processes to enhance patient care.
Supports best practice when planning projects. This includes connecting with other cancer programs to understand current process and practices.
Communicates and updates program managers regularly of program initiatives and project progress.
Utilizes data and flags change in performance, missing data etc. to the appropriate manager to support both project progress and sustainability.
Collaborates with the management team to assist other initiatives when necessary.
Attends and participates in meetings. Prepares all support materials and agendas as necessary.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate degree in a health related discipline required.
Completion of Masters in a health related discipline, business or quality improvement is an asset
Completion of Courses or certification in project management is preferred – demonstration of project leadership is required
Completion of Courses or certification in Quality improvement (QI) is preferred – demonstration of the use of recognized QI practices is required
Experience with research and/or literature an asset.
Knowledge of the cancer system is preferred.
2 – 4 years in an ambulatory health care environment is required
1-2 years in an ambulatory oncology environment is preferred
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects involving the health care environment is required.
Strong computer knowledge and skills (e.g. Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Publisher, WebEx, and MS Project an asset) and ability to review data as needed.
Well-developed interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Experience with oral and written presentations is required.
Strong analytical and problem solving ability with a broad-based outlook/perspective in health care.
Ability to multitask, take initiative and work both independently and in a team environment
Demonstrated priority management skills with respect to deadlines.
Good attendance record.
EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING THE EMPATH SYSTEM.Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, where applicable, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community.We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.
