Transformation Specialist

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note\: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement 
Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement 
Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement 
Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement 
Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

Hamilton Health Sciences is on a bold mission to transform how we provide care. This position supports Hamilton Health Sciences’ Strategy & Transformation Program, within the Office of the President and CEO, working to enable innovative solutions and sustainable care for all.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Strategy & Transformation, the Transformation Specialist will lead the planning and implementation of enterprise-wide strategy and transformation initiatives, in collaboration with program leadership. 
The Transformation Specialist works closely with HHS Senior Leadership, operational leaders, specialists, healthcare professionals, and physicians to take ideas from concept through to final implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and best practices.  The Specialist will lead cross-functional project teams and act as a critical liaison between the Strategy & Transformation Program and executive sponsors, internal project teams, and external partners. 

Monday-Friday, Business Hours

1. Undergraduate Degree
2. Master's Degree Preferred
3. Project Management Professional (PMP)designation 
4. System-based understanding of healthcare operations to form linkages, identify cross-functional impacts, and assess opportunities. 
5. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex initiatives and to implement proposals and projects within established time frames and targets.
6. Ability to develop and manage project action plans, ensure appropriate frameworks and risk registries are in place, establish project governance structures and oversee project resources.
7. Ability to create, implement and monitor project charters, targets, schedules, communication plans and other documents as required.
8. Expertise in understanding operational excellence, quality improvement, change management and process redesign concepts including lean/six sigma.
9. Significant financial literacy and understanding of operational and financial implications of initiatives.
10. Diplomacy and tact in leading at times of uncomfortable conversations and reviews while aligning multiple perspectives to actionable initiatives and outcomes.
11. Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills, including the ability to develop reports and presentations for various audiences. Strong interpersonal and client service skills.
12. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with relevant groups and interested parties.
13. Strong leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
14. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, while completing assignments independently and prioritizing competing tasks.