Facility Engagement Activities
This was one-time funding ($60,000) of which $7,721 remains. It is to be used to replace or add items to common areas that will enhance work life for physicians. This activity will allow for the refurbishment of furniture in VJH physician-only areas. Proposals for specific purchases will be reviewed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Items…
This project began in 2023/24 with a budget of $20,664. Dr. Kira McClellan developed the idea for Physician Waffle House as part of her NAVIG8 leadership project. Physician Waffle House is an independent online community by physicians for physicians. It is designed to promote professional and social engagement as well as collaboration, leadership development and…
VJH is actively recruiting physicians. This activity will allow medical staff in any VJH department to claim for their time and expenses for actively engaging prospective candidates i.e. site visits, facility tours, social engagements, and Question & Answer (Q&A) Sessions with candidates. Physician Lead: Dr. Kira McClellan
This activity pays sessional reimbursement for the VJH MSA Executive to work on behalf of the MSA on governance issues related to the MSA. Mission: to improve patient well-being by developing solutions, streamlining systems, and promoting collaboration and open professional dialogue with key stakeholders. MOU Requirements: Physician Lead: Dr. Johannes Schreve
Contending with patient verbal abuse, public distemper and ill-treatment from others can be especially hurtful. Such events erode trust, abolish the spirit of teamwork and can damage relationships. What begins as a blow to the self-esteem and self-confidence can lead to resentment, bitterness and staff disengagement with repeat exposure. This project, which began in 2021,…
The Working Group, a representative body/committee of the VJH MSA engages hospital medical staff and advises the Board of Directors of VJH MSA Board of Directors on matters of importance to medical staff, their patients and to the Health Authority. It is comprised of a representative(s) from the MSA Executive and at least one representative…
Provides medical staff with an opportunity to engage and be compensated for providing their expertise at facility-related meetings. Sessional time for physicians to attend such meetings will be reimbursed for up to a MAXIMUM of 2.5 HOURS per meeting per participant. Meetings of more than 2.5 hours duration require additional approval. Please contact: Sharon@vernonmsa.ca to…
This activity supports the regular practice of communication, knowledge, and skills involved in emergency resuscitation for those who would encounter emergency resuscitation as part of their scope of practice. The goals are to improve uptake of simulations (SIMS) participation for Vernon Jubilee Hospital (VJH) physicians and improve communication between physicians and allied health staff. Simulations…
Funds support leadership and professional development training for physicians to improve their skills and expertise in leadership and quality improvement. Funding is capped at three (3) hours per physician per course to a maximum of nine (9) hours per physician per fiscal year. -Request for funds must be submitted prior to attending the activity. Non-course…