Corporate Analyst, Physician Compensation Programs

Corporate Analyst, Physician Compensation Programs

PHSA Corporate

Vancouver, BC

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA's Agencies/Divisions/Services, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Corporate Analyst, Physician Compensation Programs, reports to the Corporate Manager and is responsible for identifying, researching, analyzing and documenting physician compensation issues concerning policy/guidelines, contracting, service models/options, funding applications, reporting and accountability requirements as well as specific program issues for review and decision-making by senior management. The Analyst is responsible for the preparation of highly complex physician clinical and medical administrative contracts, salary agreements and letters of agreement for a portfolio of PHSA agencies. The position is a key liaison with agency physician administrators providing expert advice and support concerning physician compensation matters, reviewing contracting requests to ensure information is accurate and complete, liaising with agency staff to resolve contracting issues and ensuring contracts are prepared in accordance with the complex structure governing physician contracting. The Corporate Analyst actively coordinates and provides complex analysis concerning the MoH/PHSA Contracted Physician Resource Plan (CPRP) for physician services spanning all PHSA's Agencies including involvement in reporting, forecasting and reallocation of funding between PHSA physician programs and services in support of senior management.

What you'll do

• Prepares and approves draft physician service contracts, salary agreements and medical administrative contracts across PHSA's Agencies by paying particular attention to service deliverables and compensation rates. Identifies contracts and agreements that require policy clarification and direction, and obtains appropriate guidance and approval. Provides expert advice and direction to Agency staff throughout the contract drafting process ensuring compliance with a myriad of policies and agreements in place within PHSA and, its Agencies, the MoH, and the Physician Master Agreement (PMA) and its subsidiary agreements all of which together form the foundation for a contracting framework for physicians.
• Provides support to the policy development process pertaining to physician compensation, through consultation with stakeholders, research and analysis. Drafts policy papers, formulates options and confidential recommendations for decision by Physician Compensation senior management. Writes procedures to implement policy; communicates policy and procedures and provides orientation and training to Agency staff in implementing procedures and using business tools.
• Prepares confidential complex analytical reports and briefing documents (including issues notes) on a variety of physician compensation issues involving multiple data sources. Identifies problems and opportunities for adjusting processes for improved accuracy, quality and efficiency, and/or establishing guidelines or policies to clarify management issues. Coordinates, analyzes and trouble shoots MoH required reporting and supports the negotiation of new APP Funding Agreements and assesses service requirements for renewals. Prepares trend and variance analysis, forecasts revenue in collaboration with Agencies and PHSA Finance and coordinates the CPRP reallocation process to maximize uptake of available funding based on utilization and projected service needs. Clarifies and resolves variances between PHSA invoices and MoH payment. Approves and submits mandatory documentation as required by both MoH and MSP.
• Provides information management support by maintaining up-to-date database records; liaises with Physician Compensation Finance to ensure accurate and appropriate payments for physicians. Provides secretariat support for Physician Compensation working groups and committee meetings with agencies. Represents the Physician Compensation Office at various forums such as meetings and trainings in order to share information, seek input and give presentations.
• Plans and implements projects and initiatives across PHSA agencies related to Physician Compensation, in collaboration with the Corporate Manager, Physician Compensation. Tracks project progress according to project plan and identified metrics. Monitors and reports on the status of projects and major barriers encountered. Makes decisions and recommendations regarding project scope and related changes required to facilitate a successful outcome. Implements or contributes to the implementation of effective processes to assess project risks, identify risk mitigation strategies and monitor risk throughout the project lifecycle.

What you bring

Qualifications

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Diploma in Business Administration, Health Administration or related field, plus five (5) to seven (7) years of related experience including contract administration, financial administration, variance analysis. Experience with and direct knowledge of physician compensation, including the negotiated agreements between Government and Doctors of BC, would be an asset.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and public relations skills. Superior analytical skills, including the ability to identify, interpret, assess and resolve complex issues and present information succinctly, with strong attention to detail. Ability to plan, implement, and problem solve independently. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects. Demonstrated ability to use database, spreadsheet and word processing software at an advanced level. Excellent facilitation skills with the ability to encourage cooperation between diverse operational groups and skill sets, and to work collaboratively to design and implement solutions. Demonstrated ability to exercise tact, good judgment and initiative.

Skills & Knowledge

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $$74,618 - $107,264 /year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate's relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location: 1333 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H 1G9
Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: 0800-1600/1830-1630/0900-1700 (Monday to Friday)
Requisition # 171137E

What we do

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA's North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca .

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

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