In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position

Reporting to one of the following Director, Technology Management; Director, Device Services; Manager, Enterprise Technical Services; Manager, Data Centre and Microsoft Platforms; Manager, Network Architecture, Manager, Network Operations, or Manager, Medical Imaging, the Specialist supports VIHA s strategic and clinical objectives by developing and championing the implementation and adoption of new and improved technology solutions that align with IM/IT and provincial standards, as well as VIHA s clinical and business requirements.

The Specialist provides expert vision, direction and leadership to advise executive and senior IM/IT staff; guides project teams, staff, contractors and vendors to ensure technical solutions deliver desired business outcomes. Researches and analyses industry, market and technology trends and standards to determine the suitability of approaches in solving VIHA business challenges.

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a degree in computer science and ten (10) years' relevant experience including experience in technology deployment and management in a large clinical organization.