IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source. An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry’s provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.

Position Summary

Manager, Clinical Genetics
The Manager of Clinical Genetics, is responsible for the coordination and provision of client care in the provision of clinical genetics services. The Manager collaborates with the Program Director, Medical lead for Genetics, Chief of Pediatrics and Co-Medical Director of MNP, the Molecular Genetics Laboratory Director, the Managers, Cytogenetics and Maternal Serum Screening Laboratories, the Genetics Program staff and all key stakeholders to ensure that high quality, effective and efficient service is provided. The Manager is responsible for planning, implementation and evaluating all activities and services related to in the Genetics Program and ensuring the are integration with the other services where appropriate. The Manager also has overall program accountability for Research within the Genetics Program. This leadership position reports directly to the Program Director, MNP and Clinical Genetics, this position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers and families.

On a practical level, you will

be responsible for:

Leadership and Quality management

• Maintains a climate conducive to interdisciplinary and collaborative practice and promotes team spirit and cohesiveness.
  
• Initiates and leads change effectively within the service.
  
• Develops, implements and evaluates goals, objectives, and policies and procedures in alignment with the annual service plan and NYGH strategic plan.
  
• Ensures the development and monitoring of performance indicators to improve processes and outcomes.
  
• Collaborates with the Program Director, Chief of Pediatrics and Physician Clinical Lead for Genetics, to develop and implement clinical program strategies.
  
• Participates in program/Hospital, interagency committees as required.
  
• Participate in regional clinical genetics committee as identified through Ontario Health (OH).

• Ensures that staff performance is consistent with the appropriate professional standards of practice and with organizational and Program policy.
  
• Ensures human resources align with new team-based model.
  
• Develops and maintains a climate conducive to personal and professional growth through leadership, motivation, communication, staff education and conflict resolution.
  
• Assists in identifying team and individual’s educational needs and facilitates learning opportunities that promote personal and professional development.
  
• Facilitates the provision of professional training for genetic councilors, nursing, medical secretaries and genetic counselling students.
  
• Supports and facilitates the provision of service for other clinic and northern outreach genetic counselling staff as needed.
  
• Ensures effective strategies are utilized in recruitment, selection, retention and performance management of staff.

• Utilizes effective strategies in operational, research and capital budget planning and allocation to achieve the organizational and Program and Research goals and objectives
  
• Plans for the appropriate utilization of allocated resources and monitors efficiency
  
• Ensures alignment with OH funding and funding model
  
• Ensures proactive planning for incremental volume growth and alignment of funding to appropriate resources and the funding model.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in nursing or genetic counselling.
  
• Masters preparation preferred.
  
• Two to three years genetic counselling, with health care management or leadership experience.
  
  SKILLS REQUIRED
  
  • Effective critical thinking, problem solving and conflict management skills.
    
  • Ability to plan, organize, implement and coordinate clinical service and research activities
    
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills that include the ability to communicate appropriately and work collaboratively with all members of the health care team and external providers.
    
  • Sound clinical knowledge and demonstrated clinical expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and counselling in the care of genetics patients.
    
  • Demonstrated knowledge of clinical research practices.
    
  • Demonstrated flexibility, initiative and creativity in dealing with changing work environment priorities.
    
  • Exhibits mentoring skills that foster the learning and development of others.
    
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.
    
  • Working knowledge of computers and software including Microsoft Office Suite- Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.

What We Offer

Working at NYGHmeans working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals.This is a Full Time Regular position with 8 hour shifts, Days shifts in the Clinical Genetics department at Site : Outpatient & Community Services, 2 Champagne Drive.We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

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How to Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.