Sinai Health is looking for a Privacy and Information Access Specialist who is aligned with our purpose to join our Privacy Office.

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Privacy and Information Access, the Specialist will play a key role in supporting the Privacy Office by leading and facilitating activities related to the development, implementation, and maintenance of Sinai Health’s privacy programs.

In This Role, You Will

Act as the Privacy Office’s first point of contact for privacy inquires, complaints and concerns from internal and external stakeholders, including members of the public
Process and manage patient privacy requests, including corrections, consent directives, and consent override investigations
Develop and amend policies and guidelines related to privacy matters
Conduct privacy incident investigations
Develop and manage internal privacy training, and promote privacy awareness across the organization
Support the development of projects and other initiatives by conducting privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and providing guidance/recommendations to enhance privacy
Assist in processing Freedom of Information (FOI) requests
Perform regular privacy audits
Keep abreast of changing requirements and trends in privacy and information access

Job Requirements

Mandatory

Successful completion of an Undergraduate Degree in a related health discipline from an accredited educational institution or equivalent work experience
A minimum of 1-3 years of recent and relevant experience in privacy, preferably in a hospital environment

Preferred

Certified Information Privacy Professional/Canada (CIPP/C) Designation is considered an asset
Experience with Cerner and/or Meditech

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and ability to apply applicable law and legal/regulatory decisions and Ontario Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) guidelines to real world situations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat Professional
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with proven sensitivity, patience, discretion, tact and good judgment when dealing with patients, families, visitors and staff members
Excellent presentation and training skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative
Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to respond to numerous demands, prioritize work activities accordingly, and manage expectations of key stakeholders

If this sounds like you and you feel ready to build your career within Privacy & Information Access, apply now and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team.

Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto), Sinai Health

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