Freedom of Information Advisor

Job title: Freedom of Information Advisor

Job description: Do you have experience working with and extensive knowledge of BC’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act requirements and are looking to use that knowledge in a healthcare setting?

At Fraser Health we have an opening for a Freedom of Information Advisor that will be perfect for you.

We are proud of the innovation, dedication, partnership and resourcefulness of our physicians, employees and volunteers. More than any building or technology, it’s our people who make Fraser Health distinct.

If you looking to utilize your technical skills, information systems knowledge and also proven abilities as a leader, this is a role for you!

Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing health authorities. With over 30,000 employees, physicians and volunteers, we serve more than 1.8 million people – over one third of the entire population in British Columbia.

Fraser Health has twelve acute care hospitals, BC’s first dedicated outpatient care and surgery centre and a wide variety of services in public health, home health, mental health and long-term care facilities – all within Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Known as one of the most desirable places to live in the world, these varied communities along with inspiring scenery and easy access to an abundance of outdoor activities provide an outstanding quality of life.

In this role your day will consist of:

• Working within the Information Access & Privacy Team by overseeing and responding to FOI requests while making recommendations and assessing •Advising senior leaders, staff and provincial partners in understanding the requirements of provincial privacy legislation, •Developing internal and external confidence that personal information is accessed and disclosed in a responsible manner while enabling patient care and health service delivery. •Represents Fraser Health in formal processes with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) for BC, and prepare files for formal inquiry, in collaboration with Legal Counsel. •Being an authority for Fraser Health programs ensuring that privacy is an enabler of patient care.

We are looking for you to have:

• Bachelor Degree in Health Administration, Law or another related discipline (i.e. Business or Computer Science, Human Resources) •5-7 years recent related experience. Completion of an Information Access and/or Protection of Privacy Certificate Program is an asset (i.e. CIPP/C, CIPT, CIPM, or CAPPA). •Healthcare experience will be highly regarded. •Solid grasp of BC’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, relevant OIPC orders, cases, trends and issues. •Effective partner engagement, communication, teamwork and leadership skills.

Do you take ownership for your own performance and seek to model integrity, resilience and confidence? You are passionate about building an engaging environment that supports and challenges others to achieve their goals!

We encourage you to take the next step and apply online, so we can continue the conversation about you joining Fraser Health.

We value diversity in the work force and maintain an environment of Respect, Caring & Trust.

This position is based at our Central City offices in Surrey, B.C.

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About Fraser Health

Located in British Columbia, Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing health authorities that operates 12 hospitals (including Level 1 and 3 Trauma Centres), the province’s firs…

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Location: Surrey, BC

Job date: Fri, 08 Jan 2021 05:34:44 GMT