Please note, Accreditation Canada is no longer recruiting for this health sector in 2024. New applicants will be considered for 2025 needs.
Do you have lived experience accessing healthcare services as a patient* or caregiver?
Accreditation Canada (AC) is looking to engage First Nations, Inuit, and Métis patients and/or caregivers who share our passion for achieving quality health services for all. We are building a future towards ensuring surveys are conducted in a manner of cultural responsiveness and are culturally safe for staff, contractors, clients, and others involved in the survey process. If you are looking to contribute to the health care and social services field, and to communities, highlighting and furthering First Nations, Inuit, and Métis perspectives on quality, health, and wellness in a meaningful way this position could be for you.
Patient Partners can be people with lived experience as a patient, family member, or caregiver. They bring a unique perspective to discussions and enhance the quality of programs and services.
Surveyors are reviewers who assess the performance of health organizations against standards of care and identify opportunities for improvement. Patient Partners are trained as surveyors and play a key role in assessing criteria related to people-centred care. Having a patient lens brings that crucial perspective on patient experience and people-centred care.
Terms: Must be available to participate in a minimum of 10 survey days per year (approximately 2 surveys per year). Additionally, some preparation and travel time may be required. Surveyors must also participate in initial training and complete ongoing learning requirements.
Application Deadline: June 30th, 2025
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.
Compensation: Surveyors are paid a modest honorarium and reimbursed for travel expenses. They can also 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).
Location: Canada
As peer reviewers and champions of quality and safety, your responsibilities include:
You have a unique history. Does it include the abilities and experience listed below?
You’ll stand out if you...
[1] *Patient is used to identify individuals who participate in and benefit from health systems and services, as co-producers of health. Depending on the health setting or context, a patient may be referred to as a client or resident, or community member, and individuals could include caregivers and families.
Do you have what we’re looking for? Submit a CV, cover letter, or bio. If you have any other questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
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, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.