Senior Clinical Consultant

Altera, a member of the N. Harris Computer Corporation family, delivers health IT solutions that support caregivers around the world. These include the Sunrise™, Paragon®, Altera TouchWorks®, Altera Opal, STAR™, HealthQuest™ and dbMotion™ solutions. At the intersection of technology and the human experience, Altera Digital Health is driving a new era of healthcare, in which innovation and expertise can elevate care delivery and inspire healthier communities across the globe. A new age in healthcare technology has just begun.

Job Title: Senior Clinical Consultant

Location: Remote Canadian role

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Clinical Consultant to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will leverage your extensive clinical expertise and knowledge of healthcare systems to provide strategic consultation and support to various healthcare providers, administrators, and stakeholders. You will play a pivotal role in improving clinical outcomes, enhancing patient care, and facilitating the implementation of best practices within healthcare organizations across Canada. If you are passionate about advancing healthcare quality and efficiency and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

This is a remote role in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Consultation: Provide expert clinical consultation to healthcare organizations, offering guidance on clinical practices, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Needs Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments of clinical practices and workflows to identify areas for improvement and develop tailored solutions.

• Training and Education: Design, implement, and deliver training programs for clinical staff and management to enhance clinical skills, promote best practices, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Patient Care Improvement: Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient-centered care models, enhancing the overall patient experience and clinical outcomes.

• Policy Development: Assist in the formulation and review of clinical policies and procedures to ensure alignment with current legislation, standards, and best practices.

• Data Analysis: Analyze clinical data and performance metrics to identify trends and provide evidence-based recommendations for process improvements.

• Project Management: Lead and manage projects related to clinical initiatives, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and stakeholder objectives.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare providers, administrators, and patient advocacy groups, to facilitate collaboration and communication.

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay current with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards, ensuring that clinical practices remain compliant and aligned with evolving requirements.

Qualifications

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Medicine, Health Sciences, or a related discipline, or equivalent/years of experience required.

• A master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Nursing, Public Health, Healthcare Administration) is preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with at least 3 years in a consultative or leadership role.

• Must have leadership skills- able to lead, motivate, mentor and guide small to large-scale teams, clinical experience: physician or nurse by trade, previous experience of leading change or transformation projects in Canada.

• Proven track record of successfully implementing clinical programs or initiatives that enhance patient care and improve clinical outcomes.

• Experience working within the Canadian healthcare system, with a strong understanding of provincial and federal regulations and standards

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex clinical data and translate it into actionable recommendations.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the capability to convey information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to build and foster collaborative relationships with healthcare professionals and stakeholders at all levels.

• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies, patient safety protocols, and evidence-based clinical practices.

• Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and other health informatics tools

Travel Requirements:

• 10-15% travel required. Key travel occurs during final stages of go-live.   

Working Arrangements:

• Remote Canadian role. 

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Salary Range

CA $ 90000 – CA $ 125000

Altera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

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