** This process
is to staff the above-mentioned position(s) and it may also be
used to establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates
which could be used to staff similar positions of varying classifications
with various linguistic profiles and requirements, security profiles
and various tenures within the Embassy of Canada in Beijing. **
We are seeking
high quality written applications to establish a shortlist for
further testing. Your application should include a cover letter
and resume in English or French which addresses the qualifications
listed for this vacancy. Send application to bejing-ap@international.gc.ca.
Please be advised that we only accept applications submitted in
Microsoft Word format.
We thank all
applicants for their interest, but only short-listed candidates
will be contacted. Please ensure that you provide appropriate
contact information so that you can be easily reached (e-mail,
phone, mobile, etc.)
Please note
that this is a term position ending 31 March 2010. A request to
extend this position is in progress.
Job Summary:
Under the general direction of the Canada-based Regional Medical
Officer (RMO): processes medical reports of prospective immigrants
and temporary residents to Canada; provides initial determination
of medical admissibility of applicants for review by RMO or contract
physician; provides final decision on medical admissibility for
certain medical files; participates in research for and the preparation
of reports and statistical information for submission to RMO and
Medical Services Branch; develops protocols and guidelines for
the management of routine medical files and those requiring special
handling; identifies impediments to and develops resolutions for
the effective delivery of the Regional Health Services program;
provides expert advice, assistance and support to Designated Medial
Practitioner program.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION
• Applicants
must hold either a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) degree/diploma from
a recognized university or college or a degree/diploma in the
medical field from a recognized University or College
OCCUPATIONAL
CERTIFICATE
• Certification
from a professional association or regulatory body (e.g. College
of Nurses of a province or territory of Canada or another acceptable
jurisdiction)
LANGUAGE
• Proficiency
in English
EXPERIENCE
• Recent
medical/nursing experience.
KNOWLEDGE
• Broad
knowledge of medical conditions, diagnostic procedures, treatment
protocols.
• Knowledge of Canada? Health Care system as it relates to
cost, waiting lists.
ABILITIES
• Ability
to provide advice, guidance and assistance to support staff and
medical officers as required.
• Ability to establish priorities and work with minimum supervision.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
• Integrity
& Tact
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Judgment
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Effective Communication Skills
OPERATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS
• Ability
and willingness to work overtime on short notice
SECURITY/RELIABILITY
A valid "eliability" Status?security check is required
prior to appointment to this position.
ASSET CRITERIA:
PREFERRED STANDING MAY BE GIVEN TO THOSE CANDIDATES WHO ALSO MEET
THE FOLLOWING:
LANGUAGE
• Proficiency
in Chinese
• Proficiency in French
EXPERIENCE
• Experience
in the assessment, screening and analysis of medical examinations
and medical reports.
• Experience in conducting quality assurance reviews.
• Experience as a team member or leader in a medical services
milieu
KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge
of the objectives, work processes and priorities of the Canadian
Immigration Health Services.
• Knowledge and skill in medical office file management systems
is an asset.
ABILITIES
• Ability
to analyse and interpret medical immigration files using available
computer applications.
• Ability to quickly adapt and implement procedural and technological
changes
• Ability to establish effective interpersonal relationships
within team
• Ability to preserve confidentiality.
• Ability to research and compile reports.
