Deputy Registrar (College of Physicians & Surgeons of British Columbia)
Job No:
56016
Location:
Vancouver, BC
- Are you a physician looking for an exciting new challenge? This is a pivotal role allowing you to make a lasting difference to health care in British Columbia.
- Enjoy a highly attractive salary.
- Join one of Canada’s top 100 employers offering full benefits, pension plan, six weeks of vacation, professional development and training, use of a gym and swimming pool, and parking/transit subsidiary program.
About the Organization
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia is the governing body in BC that ensures physicians meet expected standards of medical practice and conduct under the authority of BC provincial law. All physicians who practise medicine in the province are required to be registered with the College.
Our mission is to serve the public through excellence and professionalism in medical practice, and we are committed to following four fundamental values: accountability, justice, integrity, and collaboration. These key values are instrumental in guiding the Board of the College in reviewing important issues, providing guidance and direction to the Board and College staff, and ensuring a well-balanced and equitable approach to medical self-regulation is maintained.
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia has been recognized as one of BC’s top employers for three years in a row, and one of Canada’s top 100 employers for 2014.
To learn more about the College, please visit www.cpsbc.ca
About the Opportunity
Currently, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia is hiring a deputy registrar to join the team in our Vancouver, BC office.
As a key member of senior staff, you will be responsible for the oversight and leadership of all aspects of three programs: the Diagnostic Accreditation Program (DAP), the Non-Hospital Medical and the Surgical Facilities Program (NHMSFP) and the Physician Practice Enhancement Program (PPEP). You will oversee all matters in accordance with the Health Professions Act (HPA), College Bylaws, policies and procedures. Reporting to the registrar, you will ensure that the College’s performance management system is carried out.
Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:
- Supervise, train, evaluate and mentor the PPEP, DAP and NHMSFP staff on a daily basis in conjunction with the direct support of three program directors
- Contribute to the development of our long-term strategic plan, developing annual goals and objectives, and produce detailed progress reports
- Provide the College registrar with direct support, ensure the College’s regulations and requirements for all regulatory matters are communicated and adhered to, and all regulatory changes or new requirements agreed by the Board are formally recorded and incorporated into the appropriate documentation
- Attend board meetings and act as a delegated representative of the College from time to time in provincial and/or national meetings
- Work with the operations department on the preparation and development of the departmental budgets
- Establish systems for tracking/monitoring departmental and College issues as they relate to the programs
- Oversee the development of policies, procedures, tools and internal controls designed to support the PPEP, DAP and NHMSFP in fulfilling the College’s mandate
- Manage and continuously review the management and operational structure of the DAP, NHMSFP and PPEP
- Supervise the implementation of strategic plans, departmental goals and objectives, including key performance indicators (KPI’s)
- Oversee the implementation and management of PPEP, which is comprised of three assessment components: a physician multi-source feedback (MSF) assessment; peer assessment; and the office assessment of premises and processes
- Manage the development and maintenance of an effective DAP and NHMSFP accreditation and performance standards structure, procedures and guidelines to ensure the delivery of high quality health services
In order to qualify for this role, you must be currently registered (or be eligible for registration) with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of related experience in a professional regulatory environment or in a closely related field. Finally, you must have a medical degree to apply.
In order to make informed decisions in this role, you must be well versed in the College Regulations and Bylaws and have knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. Health Professions Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), etc. In this high-profile position, you will need to display exemplary leadership and communication skills, and have the ability to use initiative and take suitable action when unforeseen circumstances arise. It is important that you also have the ability to work collegially and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
We invite you to apply if you welcome the idea of motivating, mentoring, and developing staff using your extensive skill set. This role calls for an advanced level of organization and multitasking, as you will be handling a demanding, complex, diverse caseload with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will be successful in the role if you can effectively plan independently and deliver consistent, high-quality work in a time-sensitive environment.
Advanced technology skills including word processing, telecommunications, database and legal research software are essential in this role.
If you are a leader and a change-agent who is excited about bringing the best out of your team, then please read on to see what we have to offer you!
About the Benefits
In exchange for your commitment and dedication within the role, you can look forward to receiving a highly attractive annual salary.
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia has been recognized as one of BC’s top employers for three years in a row, and one of Canada’s top 100 employers for 2014. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees. As such, you can look forward to receiving the following benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision
- Pension plan
- Life and disability Insurance
- Six weeks of vacation and other office closures
- Professional development and leadership training
- Use of gym and swimming pool
- Use of our parking/transit subsidiary program
We are centrally located in a bright and modern office space in the downtown core and easily accessible by public transit and all SkyTrain lines. Every year, the College holds off-site team-building events such as the summer picnic and Christmas party.
Are you interested in making a lasting difference to healthcare within British Columbia? If so, don't miss this unique opportunity - apply today.
