Accreditation Canada

Surveyors - Indigenous Health Services

Accreditation Canada  •  Canada (Onsite)  •  16 days ago
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Job Description

Become a Surveyor: Join our Mission to Improve Global Health Care Quality    
About Us At Health Standards Organization (HSO) and our affiliates, Accreditation Canada (AC) and the Institute for Quality Management in Healthcare (IQMH), we are united by a shared vision of safer care and a healthier world. For over 65 years, we’ve been setting the standard for health care quality through innovative programs and services that drive meaningful change across the global health ecosystem.     Why Join Us? As a Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in empowering health care and social service organizations to achieve national and global standards. Your expertise will help transform care delivery, foster continuous improvement, and advance the health and safety of patients and communities.     Who We Are Looking For Accreditation Canada is seeking Indigenous health care professionals to join our team of over 500 surveyors.    This role is ideal for those with clinical expertise as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Medical Doctor (Physician), Social Worker or Counsellor.      We invite applicants with experience in one or multiple of the following sectors: Indigenous Health Services, Substance Abuse and Gambling, Community Services, to apply.     Your Impact As a surveyor, you will:  
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to conduct on-site surveys.  
  • Assess organizational programs and services against standards of excellence, identifying opportunities for improvement.   
  • Share your expertise to guide organizations in adopting best practices and achieving better outcomes.   
Key Details Location Canada    Time Commitment: Minimum of two surveys per year (approximately 10 days).    Support Receive initial training, ongoing professional development, a modest honorarium, and full travel reimbursement as per expense policy.  Earn continuing education credits from the First Nations Health Managers Association (FNHMA), Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL), Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), and the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC).      Required Qualifications 
  • First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis person with employment in an organization accredited by Accreditation Canada or a partner organization.
  • Leadership experience working in one or more of these areas: Indigenous Health Services, Substance Abuse and Gambling, Community Care.
  • Clinical expertise as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Medical Doctor (Physician) Social Worker, or Counsellor with valid licensure.
  • Experience working with patients, clinicians, administrators, or governance teams on service des ign or quality improvement initiatives and a strong commitment to improving care quality.
  • Proficiency in English (writing and communication) and technology.  
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills with a positive, adaptable attitude.   
  • Knowledge of Accreditation Canada programs and accreditation processes.  
Preferred Qualifications 
  • Knowledge of languages such as Inuktitut and Cree, or other Indigenous languages 
  • Fluency in French.  
  • Located outside of Alberta.
  • E xperience working with different Indigenous communities. 
Why This Role Matters Surveyors are at the heart of our mission to create a culture of excellence in health care. This opportunity allows you to make a tangible difference in improving care delivery while growing professionally in a collaborative and rewarding environment.     How to Apply  If you’re ready to contribute to global health care quality, submit your résumé and highlight how you meet the qualifications. 

We will close applications once we reach our target number of qualified surveyors. Early submission is encouraged.

Applicants can expect to hear back within 4–6 weeks of submission.
  If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at surveyors@accreditation.ca    Discover More Learn about the journey of our surveyors and how you can join our mission: Surveyor Journey (https://accreditation.ca/about/become-a-surveyor/).     We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to the principles of Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified persons, including visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.   Personal laptops are required. Please reach out to discuss further if this is a barrier to you applying for this role and we will seek to find a solution. 
Accreditation Canada

About Accreditation Canada

Accreditation Canada (AC) empowers and enables organizations to meet national and global standards with innovative programs that are customized to local needs. AC Assessment programs and services support the delivery of safe, high-quality care in health systems, hospitals, laboratories and diagnostic centres, long-term care, rehabilitation centres, primary care, home and community settings. Our specialized accreditation and certification programs support safe, high-quality care for specific populations, health conditions, and health professions.

By meeting our assessment program requirements, organizations can earn the trusted designations of Accreditation, Certification or other types of awards that recognize their achievements.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Ottawa, CA
Year Founded
1958
Website
accreditation.ca
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