PRIVACY, DATA & HEALTH INFORMATICS OFFICER (PDHIO)

Reporting Relationship
The Privacy, Data & Health Informatics Officer (PDHIO) will work under the direction of the Health Services Department Manager.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Department Manager, the Privacy, Data & Health Informatics Officer (PDHIO), position is responsible for supporting M’Chigeeng Health Centre (MHC) in their quality improvement planning, decision making and implementation activities and assisting in driving change regarding MHC’s Clinical, Peer Support and Outreach, and Family Resources staff. This includes supporting teams in the implementation of data quality initiatives, improving the flow and use of information, developing queries and analytical products that support boards and leaders in their quality improvement goals and teams engaged in clinical process change.  The PDHIO person will also be expected to participate in broader data harmonization initiatives and champion the use of data and performance analytics within M’Chigeeng First Nation’s community health and support initiatives.

Essential Functions
The PDHIO is also responsible for the accountability of compliance with MFN’s Privacy Policy and adherence to PHIPA.  You are responsible for educating a company’s employees about data compliance, training members of staff who are involved in processing data and carrying out regular security audits. You also serve as the main point of contact between the company and the relevant data protection authorities.

Serve as the main point of contact within the organization for staff members, regulators, and relevant public authorities on issues related to data protection
Ensure that company policies are in compliance with codes of practice such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), PHIPA (Personal Health Information Protection Act),
Evaluate the existing data protection framework to identify areas of no or partial compliance, and rectify any issues
Devise training plans and provide data protection advice to staff members
Inform and advise the data controller or data processor on all matters related to data protection
Promote a culture of data protection and compliance across all units of the organization
Roles and Responsibilities

Work with a steering committee and stakeholders to build decision support capacity.
Be a subject matter expert in data integrity and lead the analysis of data quality issues, using problem-solving methodologies to recommend corrective and preventative action.
Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams engaged in quality improvement helping to identify performance measurement information and data quality needs.
Design, test and deploy tools and processes for extracting and managing performance data.
Identify gaps in data availability and define and implement solutions to close the gaps.
Support the work of boards and quality improvement committees in the development and implementation of quality improvement plans.
Provide consultative and analytical support regarding the collection, interpretation, analysis, and presentation of data to help teams ensure that clinical information management practices support best practice standards.
Act as a change agent and coach to inter-disciplinary teams on data management and performance measurement.
Create effective working relationships with multiple teams and manage data quality, business process improvement, report development and other projects using effective project management practices.
Work with your peers across the region on standards development and data harmonization priorities.
Conduct analysis and develop reports and presentations using statistical reporting packages and present this information to a variety of audiences.
Monitor and evaluate clinical information system functionality from a user and decision support perspective.
Provide expert advise and educate employees on important data compliance requirements.
Draft new and amend existing internal data protection policies, guidelines, and procedures, in consultation with stakeholders.
Deliver training across all business units to staff members who are involved in data handling and processing.
Conduct audits to ensure compliance and address potential issues.
Maintain records of all data processing activities of the business.
Serve as point of contact for data protection authorities.
Provide Privacy Report to the Department Manager when requested
Qualifications and Requirements

Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Business, Office Administration or Business Administration, Related field
Minimum of two years’ work experience in relevant administrative position in a First Nation administrative capacity
Understanding of Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
Previous experience in the administrative field is an asset
Excellent research and analytical skills and advanced word processing and internet usage
High proficiency in Microsoft office and other software applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and time management and organizational skills
Is a conscientious worker, pays attention to detail and is able to work with minimal supervision
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle properly insured
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Must have knowledge and/or experience with the culture, history and customs of the Anishnaabe
Understands and is fluent in Ojibwe or is willing to learn is an asset
CRC required thirty (30) days current, certified copy, or original

Criminal Reference Check (CRC) Rationale:  M’Chigeeng First Nation is in a position of trust to its band members and is committed to providing a safe and secure work environment.  Applicants must have record clear and/or dated of convictions relating to fraud, drugs, assault and theft.  The CRC must be current (30 days) and must be an Original.

Interested applicants must submit COVER LETTER, RESUME, THREE (3) CURRENT REFERENCES (2 Work-Related references from a direct supervisor/manager and 1-character reference that will be contacted upon a successful interview) and education certifications to:

Privacy, Data, & Health Informatics Officer (PDHIO)
employment@mchigeeng.ca
c/o Human Resources
P.O. Box 333 M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax 705-377-4980)

INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to Anishinabek people.
For Job Description, please contact Human Resources employment@mchigeeng.ca
Job Category: Health Services
Postal Code: P0P 1G0
Job Location: Health/Family Resources