Director, Value Analysis and Clinical Integration

Company Description

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, the Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre.

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.

Job Description

Union : Non-Union

Site : Hydro Place - 700 University Avenue

Department : Finance

Reports to : Senior Director Procurement & Supply Chain

Hours : Hours per week

Salary : To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status : Permanent, Full-Time

Closing Date : July 26, 2024

Position Summary

As a key member of the UHN Procurement and Supply Chain Leadership Team, the Director of Value Analysis and Clinical Integration is responsible for creating and guiding an organization wide value analysis and clinical integration department that will identify, evaluate and implement opportunities to reduce costs, enhance quality, and / or improve patient outcomes based on product, service, and / or technology optimization.

As a key advisor to executive leadership, on all value analysis and clinical integration related matters, this role will also be responsible for :

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders (physicians, clinicians, administrators, finance, supply chain, and vendor partners) and fostering collaboration between the key stakeholders.
• Implementing governance frameworks and committees to support the successful performance of the value analysis and clinical integration department.
• Identifying and implementing initiatives, using data and best practices, that promote product standardization and other levers of financial, operational, supply utilization, and clinical-usage optimization.
• Liaising between key stakeholders to manage product conversions, inventory control practices, contract management, product evaluation processes, and vendor support.
• Developing and managing departmental performance indicators and policies and procedures to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.
• Facilitating complex meetings involving cross-functional teams and guiding the discussion towards actionable outcomes and plans.
• Participating and supervising others in projects relating to both the supply chain department and the University Health Network.

Duties :

• Develops a value analysis and clinical integration business case to build the program at UHN
• Support value analysis and clinical integration activities for all UHN applicable products, equipment, and services
• Develops, implements, manages and reviews short and long-term plans which are in alignment with UHN’s strategic goals and priorities
• Develop and implement measures to monitor compliance, including escalation process
• Monitors progress towards the achievement of goals at regular intervals and takes action, as required.
• Represents the value analysis and clinical integration department internally on UHN committees, as required, and UHN in the external community at conferences, workshops, etc.
• Human resource management : recruitment, coaching and management of employee relation issues
• Financial management : financial stewardship and accountability of the departments annual operating budget

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree in a relevant field business, supply chain, commerce or economics or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of (5) years of proven experience managing complex value analysis and clinical integration projects, preferably in a healthcare environment
• Demonstrated people management and leadership experience
• Sound working knowledge of the Ontario Broader Public Sector Procurement Directives, trade agreements, and public procurement laws
• Demonstrated proficient communication skills, both written and oral
• Demonstrated organization / time management skills
• Knowledge of procurement and supply chain tools SAP, Ariba is an asset
• Proficiency of business computer application including MS Office 365 and SharePoint
• Developing / conducting presentations advanced knowledge
• Project Management and / or conflict resolution training
• Ability to interact with all levels of internal staff, hospital staff, clinicians, external stakeholders, suppliers
• Team player, sense of urgency, strong communicator, resourceful, time management, integrity
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage unexpected occurrences and at the same time manage deadlines

Additional Information

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 )
• 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.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

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.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

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.