Island Health

Patient Care Quality Liaison

Island Health$76K — $109K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant human services discipline or equivalent experience.
  • At least three years of related conflict resolution or crisis intervention experience.
  • Knowledge of laws like the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Patient Care Quality Review Board Act.
  • Familiarity with best practices in client relations and complaint management.
  • Strong analytical and conflict resolution skills, particularly in emotional situations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and consult on patient/client/resident issue management.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to resolve complaints and minimize risk.
  • Ensure accessible channels for client feedback.
  • Address complaints in a timely and respectful manner.
  • Track, analyze, and report on client feedback activities to identify improvement opportunities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Involvement in developing and delivering educational programs.
  • Support for continuous professional development.
  • Access to resources for managing complex patient interactions.
  • Work within a respected healthcare institution.
Full Job Description
Close Date

Sep. 7 2026

Location

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time



Days Off

Weekend/Stats

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$39.03 - $56.11

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Aug. 31 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Feb. 26 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Patient Care Quality Office, the Patient Care Quality Liaison (PCQ Liaison) provides leadership and expert consultation in the identification, management, resolution and education of patient / client / resident issues and works in collaboration with key stakeholders, internal to the organization, to facilitate resolution of complaints and minimize risk exposure to the organization. The PCQ Liaison ensures that avenues for client feedback are accessible, that complaints and concerns are addressed in a timely, appropriate, and respectful manner. The PCQ Liaison is also responsible for ensuring a system for tracking, analyzing and reporting client feedback activities and identifying opportunities for improvement for the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a relevant human services discipline and three (3) years' related conflict resolution / crisis intervention experience.

Skills And Abilities
  • Demonstrated knowledge of pertinent laws and legislation, including the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Patient Care Quality Review Board Act, and the Residents' Bill of Rights.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of client relations and complaints management best practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise judgement and sensitivity working with complex, confidential and sensitive issues.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of health care system issues and functions.
  • Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and conflict resolution skills, and ability to apply these skills in potentially emotionally charged situations with patients and families.
  • Ability to lead, participate and facilitate inter-disciplinary groups in a collaborative environment with multiple interests.
  • Ability to educate and provide consultation to healthcare professionals.
  • Ability to develop, coordinate and deliver educational programs and presentations.
  • Ability to work effectively with others, including working effectively in a multicultural environment, independently, as part of a team and understanding the frameworks of other disciplines.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, adhering to requirements of legislation and with sensitivity to the need to balance both organizational requirements and a focus on patient/client/resident needs.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload in a complex environment.
  • Advanced writing skills.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.


Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD2018.pdf

Additional information for applicants

The salary range for this position is $76,111 (min) to $95,138 (midpoint) to $109,409 (max) per annum (based on 1 FTE). Salary placement is between min and midpoint, based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This is a hybrid position with required on-site work at Royal Jubilee Hospital.

Additional Clauses

Requisition CA

Non Contract

Affiliation/Union

Non-Contract Management

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