COORDINATOR, CLINICAL EQUIPMENT & INTEGRATION (BIOMED)-CAPITAL PROJECTS

Position Summary

If you are looking for friendly, supportive staff, and work life balance this may be just the opportunity that will take your career to a new level.

Reporting to the Clinical Engineer, Biomedical Engineering, the Coordinator, Clinical Equipment & Integration (Biomed) - Capital Projects assists in the planning of all activities associated with the implementation of assigned capital projects. The Coordinator, Clinical Equipment & Integration (Biomed)- Capital Projects provides clinical device input into the design, build, procurement and implementation of hospital replacement projects which is an integral part of Northern Health’s (NH) Strategic Plan and involves the incorporation of clinical processes to ensure consistency. The Coordinator, Clinical Equipment & Integration (Biomed)- Capital Projects works in partnership with all members of the Project Teams, Biomedical Engineering, IMIT, Health Information Management, and Clinical Leadership. The Coordinator, Clinical Equipment & Integration (Biomed)- Capital Projects works in collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure the project plan and built environment can support the clinical service model and clinical service delivery expectations. The Coordinator, Clinical Equipment & Integration (Biomed) collaborates with others on the adoption of equipment and system integration with new clinical practices and procedures. The incumbent provides support in assessing and responding to the impact of a new design, technology, and equipment; identifies need for technical service training and opportunities to improve clinical practice and processes. In addition, the Coordinator, Clinical Equipment & Integration (Biomed)- Capital Projects is responsible for facilitating, in collaboration with others, the development and implementation of education, transition planning and training strategies to support clinicians through these changes.

Starting salary will be approximately from $72,445 to $90,556 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Mills Memorial Hospital is a fully accredited 44-bed Acute Care facility and receives an average of 24,700 ER visits per year. Services include:
• 10-bed Psychiatric unit
• 3 surgical suites
• Three ICU beds
• Extensive Day Care service
• Community Cancer clinic
• Community based programs such as
• Chronic disease management
• Meals on wheels
• Diagnostic and specialist center
• CT and Nuclear Medicine services
A new hospital is opening soon! Learn more here: https://letstalk.northernhealth.ca/mmh

Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualifications

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Biomedical Engineering Technologists diploma plus seven (7) year experience in a related health care setting or an equivalent combination of education, training & experience.
• An engineering degree in a relevant discipline will be considered an asset.
• A formal Healthcare Project Management related education and/or training will be considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities:
• Thorough knowledge of clinical technology and equipment.
• General knowledge of patient care delivery systems in primary, acute and community settings.
• Broad knowledge of relevant standards, codes, and regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability in clinical health care practice, education and program planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
• Ability to ascertain bottom line requirements, understand technology requirement specifications, and maintain project budgets.
• Demonstrated oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated project management, process re-engineering and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer (PC) and applicable software applications.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively plan and promote new service delivery models.
• Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to stakeholders internal and external to the organization.
• Proven ability to work with an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.