Accreditation Coordinator

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Accreditation Coordinator at the Dominica Hospitals Authority. The Accreditation Coordinator assists with developing and implementing policies, procedures, and strategies related to the Dominica China Friendship Hospital accreditation. The role includes developing a training plan for teams involved in the accreditation process, providing advocacy services to staff, creating reports on the accreditation process status, and addressing any issues or concerns.

Responsibility

• Assist with the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and strategies related to the hospital’s accreditation.
• Work closely with Heads of Department to ensure accreditation requirements are met.
• Develop and implement a training plan to engage staff/service teams in the accreditation process.
• Provide advocacy and liaison services to staff during the accreditation process.
• Create reports on the ongoing status of the accreditation process, addressing any issues or concerns.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Nursing Administration, Business Administration, General Management Studies, or a related field from an accredited institution, plus two (2) years of experience in a managerial or supervisory position within a hospital setting.
• OR
• Associate Degree in Nursing with five (5) years of experience in a managerial or supervisory position within a hospital setting.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail for reviewing documents for compliance with accreditation standards, compiling evaluation visit information, and drafting relevant reports.
• Action-oriented with the ability to set and achieve targets, overcome obstacles, and establish standards in a results-driven environment.
• Highly motivated with leadership skills to empower, inspire, and collaborate with others.
• Must operate with the highest level of confidentiality and trust.

Benefits and Others

The successful applicant will be given a six (6) months service contract. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Address for Applications

Applications should be sent under CONFIDENTIAL cover to:

Human Resources Manager
Dominica Hospitals Authority
Administration Building
Dominica China Friendship Hospital (DCFH),
Federation Drive,
Goodwill,
Dominica

1. Applications must be emailed to matthewhendersono@domhospitals.dm or hrm@domhospitals.dm.
2. Applicants should include evidence of formal qualifications and the names and contact details of two (2) professional referees.

Closing Date: The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, November 08th 2024.