Local Department Head - Regional Department of Family Practice - Mission

Job Summary The Regional Department of Family Practice is seeking a Local Department Head at Mission Memorial Hospital. Responsibilities The responsibilities of the Local Department Head include (but are not limited to): Participating in the Site Operations Committee or equivalent for the Facility. Functioning as the channel of communication to and from the Regional Department to keep Members practicing within the Facility informed regarding Fraser Health, HAMAC and Departmental objectives, policies and general activities and to ensure Regional Departments are aware of issues specific to the Facility. In collaboration with the Regional Department Head, recommending appointment of practitioners, renewal of Medical Staff membership and privileges. Ensuring the requirements of programs operating within the Facility are co‑ordinated. Promoting health and wellness amongst Members. Investigating and documenting complaints regarding care provided by Members within the Department at the Facility under the direction of the appropriate Regional Department Head and/or Site Medical Director where appropriate. Encouraging a healthy, respectful workplace. Reviewing with the Regional Department Head the human resource requirements of the Regional Department practicing within the Facility. Contributing to the search and selection of applicants for vacancies in the Regional Department. Conduct morbidity and mortality reviews. Compensation Stipend Qualifications Active Privileges, Member of the Department Location Mission Memorial Hospital #J-18808-Ljbffr Fraser Health Authority