Clinical Coordinator

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.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Surgical Oncology
Reports to: Manager,
Salary: $43.22 - $54.02 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Status: Temporary Part-Time ( 1 year with a possibility of extension )
Closing Date: November 1, 2024

• The Nurse in this Clinical Coordinator position would help address the particular deficits experienced by the Multidisciplinary Testis Cancer Clinic through patient navigation efforts
• Testicular cancer patients are typically between the age of 15-35 and require a different level and type of much-needed survivorship support
• Helping the young testis cancer patients navigate through the complexities of their diagnosis and treatment by following the patients closely after their primary treatment to monitor for relapse and/or adverse effects of treatment and helping with pre-op counseling and peri-chemo coaching.
• As an integral member of the Nursing Team, the responsibilities of the CLINICAL COORDINATOR, include: utilizing and applying current specialized knowledge and expertise on recent advances in nursing practice to facilitate the effective management of clinical activities and the coordination of out-patient care and continuity in patient care management; performing patient care responsibilities; performing teaching/education responsibility; participating actively in Quality Improvement initiatives; participating in academic and research activities/projects; performing administrative responsibilities; performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested.

• Completion of a recognized BScN (or equivalent) required
• Master's degree preferred
• Up to three (3) years of relevant experience including experience working in an advanced clinical practice role
• Certificate of competency (licensure) from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent decision-making and problem solving skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent teaching skills with the ability to teach one-on-one and/or groups
• Ability to function collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and/or independently Ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Demonstrated awareness of and adherence to professional and ethical standards
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
• Computer literacy

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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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

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.