Coordinator, Equipment and Supplies, Business Management Office

• Provides leadership, guidance and supervision to staff for the assigned area(s) using effective management techniques including recruitment and selection, coaching, mentoring, training and performance management and employee discipline. Approves leave requests and monitors and addresses attendance and overtime. Works in collaboration with Human Recourses in accordance with applicable collective agreements.
• Lead discussions with managers, physicians, respiratory therapists, educators, senior practice leaders and other health care providers in identifying the appropriate equipment and supplies to support clinical practice and safe patient care.
• Oversees and coordinates the planning and procurement process, project implementation and evaluation of equipment and supplies.
• Contributes to the organization of the trial and evaluation of new equipment and products with sales representative and health providers. Activities include developing product evaluation forms to be complete by participants involved in the evaluation process. Complies and analyzes evaluation results and present to committees and leaders.
• Supports the educators with-in-servicing orientation related to equipment to all program area members and orients new employees to existing equipment.
• Liaises with external vendors, outside contractors, BCCSS and In-Hospital Replenishment Department to participate in the negotiation of the program area’s equipment and supplies.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and accreditation activities. Recommends adjustments to policy and process improvement on an on-going basis. Assesses and meets quality assurance standards in minimizing and managing critical incidents as it pertains to equipment and supplies.
• Participates in the development of standards and procedures with key stakeholders in accordance to best practice. Provides support for system integration testing, updates, and troubleshooting with users.
• Participates in user meetings; assists and/or undertakes a variety of projects as assigned by Manager as appropriate.

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a recognized Diploma program in a health, business, Supply Chain/logistic or technology related discipline plus three (3) years’ experience in a supply chain or supply systems environment, including two (2) years in a managerial or leadership capacity; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, build team and promote teamwork. Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications and knowledge of purchasing and inventory and other clinical and business applications. Demonstrated effective communication, problem resolution and critical thinking/analytical skills. Ability to evaluate staff, education requirements and to conduct training and orientation sessions. Demonstrated success in broad business skills including human resources, operations, development of business, strategic, financial, marketing and forecasting plans and project management, and preferably with a broad understanding of the clinical care process and multidisciplinary health care provision. .Able to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Provincial Health Services Authority