Associate Physician Medical Lead

Why Fraser Health?:

Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose and Commitments of Fraser Health including service delivery that is centered around patients/clients/residents and families:

The AP Medical Lead will also be responsible for addressing all quality assurance concerns arising with employed Associate Physicians.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide leadership to the accredited programs on the progression, consistency, and quality of the AP programs across our region.
2. Responsible for the oversight and operation of AP programs in accordance with the provincial standards, the medical staff governance structures, and consistent with the spirit and intent of the Medical Staff Bylaws and Rules.
3. Collaborate with the consultant, Medical Affairs on the planning and development of new programs, initial and ongoing program accreditation, and maintenance.
4. Collaborate with the consultant, Medical Affairs, and partners to develop and implement orientation programs that ensure smooth integration of APs into their clinical roles and ensure APs are familiar with organizational policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
5. Collaborate with quality assurance teams to review AP performance and implement improvement initiatives where needed.
6. Promote patient safety and evidence-based care across all AP clinical activities.
7. Ensure programs are operating in accordance with the Fraser Health framework, CPSBC requirements, and provincial standards.
8. Participation in provincial and regional AP committees and working groups.
9. Acting as the Co-Chair of Fraser Health’s monthly AP Advisory Committee Meetings.
10. Liaising with the consultant, Medical Affairs as the primary point of contact for CPSBC, HEABC, and the Ministry of Health.
11. Serve as a key advisor for decision making and strategic planning for quality improvement and quality assurance.
12. Proactively identify and address practice concerns raised by APs, colleagues, or other partners. Encouraging a collaborative approach focused on the promotion of best practices. Fostering a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and professional support.
13. Assist APs with day-to-day clinical practice needs, fostering a positive work environment.

This is a 0.2 FTE position for a two (2) year term with the possibility of renewal. Remuneration is based on the Medical Leadership Compensation Framework.

Qualifications/Skills and Abilities

• Licensed Physician in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC).
• A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience within the Health Authority or similar healthcare setting.
• Experience in providing leadership and/or mentorship.
• Experience in onboarding or training to medical staff.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience working with Associate Physicians or medical learners.
• Experience training or practising internationally is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Broad understanding of systems thinking utilization management and medical governance.
• Commitment to quality care and continuous improvement in clinical practice.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative approach to decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to, manage and lead ongoing change.
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent interpersonal rapport.
• Demonstrated communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice and patient-centered care.

Compensation: Stipend

Qualifications/Credentials: Active Privileges, CMPA, CPSBC Full

Locations (Physicians): Corporate Office