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Clinical Trials BC

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• Continuing education and training
• Clinical trials provincial job board

Clinical trials are essential for evaluating the safety, effectiveness and outcomes of life-saving and health promoting health interventions such as vaccines, drugs, devices and health services.

We support clinical trial investigators, sites and institutions to ensure British Columbia is a world-class destination for clinical trials. Focusing on infrastructure and capacity building with a collaborative approach, we enable clinical trial excellence across the province.

We work with our cross-organizational teams BC SUPPORT Unit and Research Ethics BC, along with partners and stakeholders, to support and advance health research that benefits the people of BC.

We advance British Columbia’s development as a world-class destination for clinical trials across our province’s hospitals, research institutions and communities.

Our mission

To maximize the health, educational and economic benefits of clinical trials to the citizens of British Columbia.

We provide:

Workforce innovation and training

• Professional certification and mentoring
• Training and development for BC’s clinical research community
• Webinars and speaker series with local experts

Site support and clinical research navigation

• Navigation of and guidance around BC’s provincial clinical trial network
• Program development and implementation
• Site education and training
• Regulatory, compliance and quality consulting
• Audit and inspection preparation

Leadership and collaboration in advancing clinical trials provincially, nationally and internationally

• Representation of the province within the global regulatory environment
• Participation in expert working groups on national clinical trials governance and policy initiatives
• Leading of, and contributing to, strategic planning and infrastructure initiatives that benefit clinical trial sites and teams
• Generation of data and knowledge to improve the patient/participant experience and make practice improvements

Province wide tools and resources

• Online clinical research tools, resources and e-learning programs
• Implementation support for quality management system ( QMS ) frameworks
• Clinical trial management system ( CTMS )
• Database connecting patient volunteers and researchers ( REACH BC )

I am a researcher and/or on a research team

We support researchers in developing expertise in clinical research processes, quality management and risk management. We also provide access to provincial tools and resources.

I am a sponsor/industry partner

BC’s population diversity and its efficient provincial clinical trials structure and network are among the many reasons to bring clinical trials to the province.

I am a patient partner/potential trial participant

We provide resources to help patients learn about clinical trials or being a trial participant in BC. Our team also engages patient partners to gather data to improve the patient experience.

Annual activities report

The annual report highlights our activities, programs and key achievements in contributing to the clinical research and clinical trial community provincially and nationally.

2020-2021 Clinical Trials BC Activities Report

Provincial Job Board

We maintain an online job board to promote clinical research and trials positions located in BC.

Our Advisory Council

The Clinical Trials BC Advisory Council is a source of expert advice that supports the achievement of our strategic priorities. Our council members represent academia, the health system, health research-related organizations and patients.

Gavin Stuart

Chair, Clinical Trials BC Advisory Council | Professor, Faculty of Medicine, UBC

Julia Bickford

Research Director, Northern Health

Kate Keetch

Director, Department of Evaluation and Research Services, Fraser Health

Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, UBC

Patient partner

Mandeep Manhas

Manager, Strategic Projects Innovation Division, Ministry of Health

Martin Dawes

Professor, Department of Family Practice, Faculty of Medicine, UBC

Melanie Reid

Paul Winwood

Regional Associate Dean, Affiliate Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, UNBC

Robert McMaster

Past Chair, Clinical Trials BC Advisory Council | Vice Dean, Research, Faculty of Medicine, UBC

Robert Olson

Affiliate Associate Professor | Research Lead, Northern Medical Program, UNBC

Srinivas Murthy

Investigator, BC Children's Hospital

Stephania Manusha

Director, Clinical Trials Administration, VCHRI

Tania Bubela

Professor and Dean of Health Sciences, SFU

Wendy Hurlburt

President & CEO, Life Sciences BC

View past meeting minutes

Connect with us

Twitter: @ClinTrialsBC LinkedIn: Clinical Trials BC

Email: [email protected]

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Clinic Nurse, Ambulatory Clinics - BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Clinic Nurse, Ambulatory Clinics

BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

What you’ll do

• Plan and coordinate with medical staff, allied health team members and community agencies for patient care plans and assessments in the clinic. Support the delivery of care in the clinic by making adjustments in patient assignments/schedules. Utilize and implement appropriate nursing skills/techniques in the care of the ambulatory patient in the assigned clinic/program.
• Coordinate assessment and post assessment referrals, respond to patient, family and health care member’s enquiries, and liaise with other support diagnostic services/community health services in coordinating patient referrals.
• Collect and document patient health care information including updating charts and obtaining information from community providers regarding current treatment and objectives. Maintain complete and accurate records of nursing observation, interventions, teaching and evaluation of nursing care. Maintain complete and accurate records of telephone communications as well.
• Teach patients, family members, and other caregivers by providing and explaining diagnosis and treatment information, demonstrating procedures and the use of equipment, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of the selected teaching methods.
• Participate in the orientation and continuing education of nursing and other allied healthcare staff and students by preceptoring and mentoring.
• Act as a clinical resource/support person to patients and families, nursing and health care professionals, as required.
• In consultation with other team members, plan and develop educational resources such as pamphlets, patient teaching videos, for patient and family health education.
• Contribute information as a member of the health care team in patient care reviews and conferences.
• Provide input to the Manager or designate, regarding policies, procedures, and operational requirements by observing service needs and providing spoken or written suggestions which address patient and family needs and promote effective use of resources.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, families and staff by following established emergency procedures and safety practices and procedures. Identify and report patient safety events in established reporting systems.
• Promote the implementation and evaluation of research and quality improvement activities including knowledge generation, translation and dissemination and committees and by keeping current through attendance at educational and in-service opportunities.
• Maintain current nursing knowledge and contribute to the continuing improvement of health care within the programs.
• Perform other professionally related duties as assigned.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Two years recent related experience in the designated clinic setting and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

You will also have

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Able to work in all areas of the clinic
• Ability to relate effectively to patients and their families and others.
• Ability to function as an active member of a multidisciplinary team, and function as a nursing resource.
• Ability to demonstrate effective CPR techniques.
• Ability to organize work
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Ability to operate related equipment including applicable computer software.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Part-Time (FTE 0.40) Wage: $41.42 - $55.91/hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9 Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Hours of Work: Thursday and Friday, 0800 - 1600 Requisition # 165058E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre (BCW) is dedicated to improving the health of women, newborns and families through a comprehensive range of services, research and education.

BCW is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BCW are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile at  http://internaljobs.phsa.ca

Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of  M ay 10 th , 2024 . If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.

If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the  Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264 . Please note regular business hours are Monday – Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at  [email protected]  and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.

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