The purpose of the Clinical Quality Leader position will be to provide expert advice and leadership with projects/initiatives and policies focused on Quality Health Care, Patient Safety, Risk Management, Accreditation and Health Care Ethics across all Health PEI programs and services. This position reports to the Executive Director of Quality Care, Patient Safety and Ethics.Duties:Lead and/or conduct and analyze evidence based on clinical research, jurisdictional scans and legislation. Recommend actions for development and implementation for new initiatives/programs and redesign of current service delivery practices and processes.Keep well-informed of current healthcare trends particularly related to patient safety, patient experience, quality healthcare delivery, accreditation standards, ethics, and risk management.Utilize data from Provincial Safety Management System (PSMS), ISM, Cerner, Alyacare, Collaborative Health Record, Accreditation Canada, Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), Healthcare Excellence Canada and other data sources as applicable throughout their work.Analyze data into trends and themes to develop reports and recommendations.Communicate findings to improve the quality and/or service delivery of programs and services within Health PEI to a range of audiences including front line service providers and physicians, managers, directors, Senior Operations Team, Executive Leadership Team and Health PEI Board,Lead, manage and/or coordinate the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of provincial projects and initiatives based on the needs of the division, the health system, accreditation standards and/or Health PEI strategic plan.Provide advice, facilitation, change management support, and coaching/mentoring support to stakeholders involved with assigned initiatives/projects.Develop and provide support with materials such as project charter descriptions, implementation workplans, funding proposals, business cases, terms of reference, communication plans, evaluation plans and summary reports as required.Provide analysis, advice and feedback from working groups to Executive Director, Quality & Patient Safety Division, Senior Operations Team, Executive Leadership Team and Health PEI Board on the progress of new initiatives/programs and/redesign current service delivery practices and processes.Responsible for drafting Health PEI provincial/corporate policies related to Quality Health Care, Patient Safety, Risk Management, Patient Experience,



Accreditation and Health Care Ethics as guided by evidence-based literature, relevant jurisdictional scans and Health PEI executive and divisional leadership strategic direction.Prepare communication plans and educational requirements for the implementation of provincial policies and on assigned initiatives/projects using technology such as PowerPoint, Captivate or YouTube.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with divisional members, staff and physicians across Health PEI, Patient and Family Partners, Health PEI managers, directors, Senior Operations Team, Executive Leadership Team and Health PEI Board members.Develop and maintain effective liaison with federal and provincial/territorial departments, Government of PEI Risk Management and Insurance department, internal and external solicitors and Department of Health and Wellness.Develop and maintain effective liaisons with professional colleges, special interest groups, national organizations (i.E., Accreditation Canada, CIHI, Healthcare Excellence Canada, Health Canada, Atlantic Health Quality Patient Safety Collaborative, ISMP, CADTH), provincial and national academic institutions.Responsible for developing an on-boarding and orientation plan for new employees to the Division; and an annual continuing education program for the division.Responsible for the management of educational institution student contracts for Health PEI.Responsible for coordinating and supervising student placements assigned to the Quality & Patient Safety Division.Facilitate the maintenance of a positive culture that supports the change management process and the development of quality, evidence based and patient safety program priorities, quality improvement initiatives, key performance indicators for the division and the organization.Perform other duties as required/assigned by the Executive Director.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a clinical health-related profession is required,



preferably at the master’s level.Demonstrated equivalencies will be consideredAppropriate licensure/membership in professional organization is required.Considerable knowledge of best practice and evidence-based practice principles.Considerable experience in policy and program development and analysis, and change management principles:Considerable experience in Continuous Quality Improvement, including quality improvement activities and experience managing organizational risk.Considerable experience in program/project management, analysis and evaluation.Experience in leadership, group facilitation, conflict resolution.Exceptional interpersonal, facilitation, collaboration, organizational conflict management, and leadership skills.Excellent time management skills including a defined ability to multi-task.Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral including presentation skills); Demonstrated initiative, judgement, critical thinking, problem solving and dependability in completing work assignments.Demonstrated ability to carry out complex analyses, organize, plan and think strategicallyDemonstrated ability to lead self and work independently as well as part of interdisciplinary team; Well-developed organizational skills, priority setting and problem-solving techniques.Advanced knowledge and skill in various computer applications, i.E. Microsoft Office suite - Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Internet research skills.Ability to effectively work independently, as well as in a team, provided an appropriate scope of work is provided.High regard for privacy and confidentiality.A valuable previous work and attendance record.Other Qualifications:Certification in professional healthcare designation is considered an asset.Certification in evaluation, change management, project management or leadership is considered an asset.Experience in statistical analysis and reporting, or research is considered an asset.Knowledge of the Accreditation Canada Q-mentum process and Accreditation standards is considered an asset.Important Notes:Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those whoare selected for an interview will be contacted.This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.Salary Range: $46.02 - $56.68 per hour (Level 20)Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Mon - FriPosting ID: 172869Closing Date: Monday April 27, 2026 at 4:00pm

📌 Clinical Quality Leader - C$46.0 - C$56.7 An Hour (Charlottetown)
🏢 Health PEI
📍 Charlottetown