Rehabilitation Service Coordinator, Outpatient Geriatrics/Msk/Multisystem Rehab

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto Rehab - University Centre
Department: Allied Health, Musculoskeletal Program
Reports to: Manager, Allied Health
Grade: D0:09
Hours: .50 FTE
Salary: $45.98 - $56.85 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Shifts: Various
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: November 26, 2024

As an integral member of the multidisciplinary health care team(s), the Rehabilitation Service Coordinator is responsible for the overall patient flow of the program inclusive of planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating activities related to patient admission and discharge. In addition, this role provides administrative and clinical leadership to all staff in a supportive, empowering manner while facilitating the effective and efficient admission and discharge of patients. Key responsibilities include: leading and/or participating in developing and implementing organizational initiatives regarding quality improvements and program development; planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating activities related to patient admission and discharge, ensuring efficient and effective program operation by providing mentorship and promoting a supportive learning environment for health professions and administrative staff; acting as a clinical resource for the interprofessional team; establishing and maintaining a systematic review and assessment of department capacity. Service Coordinators develop and maintain strong relationships with patients/families, external partners, and other stakeholders.

• At minimum, over 4 years up to and including 6 years practical and related experience and/or 2 years on-the-job training required
• Membership in relevant Ontario College of Health-related discipline required
• Membership in relevant professional agencies and associations preferred
• Knowledge and experience in admission and discharge planning and case management required
• Knowledge and experience using utilization management principles and length of stay management strategies required
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience required
• Experience in project management preferred
• Experience in program development and implementation preferred
• Experience working with interdisciplinary team is required
• Specialized experience with the rehabilitation population is required
• Excellent decision making, organizational and time management skills required
• Knowledge of standards of practice and applicable healthcare legislation required
• Current Basic Life Support (C Level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) required

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.