In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Innovation Manager, the Innovation Consultant is responsible for identifying opportunities, prototyping, piloting, and trialing innovations, and supporting implementation planning to enable transition to operational ownership within Island Health's clinical, operational, and organizational governance frameworks. In addition, this role provides team-based consultation and support services to Island Health staff, physicians, and leaders.
The role operates as a trusted advisor and delivery partner, helping teams navigate complexity, governance pathways, and system interdependence so that innovation can be implemented safely, effectively, and at scale. The role combines design led and agile practices with strong systems and governance fluency to accelerate innovation outcomes and reduce rework.
