Position Summary

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a Manager, Risk and Quality- Biomedical Engineering to join our Biomedical Engineering department

In accordance with the established vision, mission, values and strategic priorities of the organization, the Manager, Risk and Quality – Biomedical Engineering oversees the medical device risk management, quality measurement, improvement activities, and cybersecurity readiness of the Biomedical Engineering Department. Utilizing technology management principles in collaboration with regional multi-disciplinary teams, this role manages medical equipment risks, improves the quality of biomedical engineering services, and ensures cybersecurity measures are in place. The Manager plans and deploys medical device risk management programs, continuous improvement initiatives, manages the Biomedical Engineering Risk & Quality Specialists, and supervises designated staff.

Starting salary will be approximately from $106,026 to $132,533 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Engineering, Service Management, or another related discipline along with relevant experience (preferred) or a Technical Diploma in Biomedical Engineering along with five (5) years of related experience
• Eligibility for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) or Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC).

Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated ability to manage department staff and communicate with all levels of staff and regional management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, manage, implement, organize, teach, and problem solve.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including the ability to collaborate within a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to identify variances in risk and quality and implement strategies that lead to desired outcomes.
• Applies the problem solving process demonstrating critical thinking, decision-making skills, and systems analysis.
• Proven ability to utilize equipment/computer technology.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

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