“We are a caring, creative and accountable academic Hospital, transforming Healthcare for Our Patients, Our Community and the World”
University Health Network (UHN) represents the coming together of shared values and diverse expertise in patient care, research and teaching. Each of our facilities (Toronto General Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Western Hospital and Toronto Rehabilitation Institute) makes a unique contribution to the whole. Together, we create something far greater than the sum of our parts.
Toronto General Hospital (TGH) is leading the way in cardiac care, organ transplants and the treatment of complex patient needs. Home to three of UHN’s major program groupings (Heart and Circulation, Transplantation and Advanced Medicine and Surgery), our highly skilled teams are committed to UHN’s vision of achieving global impact.
As a member of the TGH/PMH Surgical Program the responsibilities of the CLINICAL COORDINATOR will be working with breast cancer patients undergoing surgical procedures and will include: utilizing and applying current specialized knowledge and expertise on recent advances in nursing practice to facilitate the effective management of clinical activities, the coordination of patient care across the continuum and continuity in patient care management; performing patient care responsibilities; performing teaching/educational responsibilities; participating actively in Quality Improvement initiatives; participating in academic and research activities/projects; performing administrative responsibilities; performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing
• Completion of a recognized masters degree nursing program preferred
• Certificate of competency (licensure) from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) program, Level II Rescuer certification
• Three (3) or more years experience in surgical oncology nursing, preferably with focus on breast cancer
• Ability to work with psychosocial needs of individuals, couples, families and groups in a dynamic manner
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
• Ability to participate in all on-going clinical research studies within the Breast Program
• Effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task
• Excellent decision-making and problem solving skills
• Excellent teaching skills with the ability to teach one-on-one and/or groups
• Ability to function collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and/or independently
• Ability to triage and prioritize new referrals for breast reconstruction and arrange timely clinic consultations
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work in a self directed manner
• Demonstrated awareness of and adherence to professional and ethical standards
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
• Performs Clinical Coordinator functions and other cross-functional duties consistent with the job classification, as required.
• Computer literacy
  Application Submission Closing Date: Until Filled
  If you are interested in making a contribution at UHN, please apply on-line. You will be asked to copy and paste as well as attach your resume and covering letter. You will also be required to complete some initial screening questions.
  For current UHN employees, only those who have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN’s attendance management program, and possess all the required experience and qualifications will be given first consideration.
  University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  University Health Network has a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.
  UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.