Device Analyst, PDHIS

PDHIS

Vancouver, BC

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Provincial Health Services Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Within the context of the Information Management Information Technology Services (IMITS) lower mainland consolidated area that provides services to Vancouver Coastal Health, Providence Health Care, and Provincial Health Services Authority and other lower mainland consolidated services (VPPL), the Device Analyst reports to the Manager or designate, this is a professional level job that works with independence within a multi-site health care environment. For assigned portfolio, the Device Analyst utilizes a broad based understanding of IMITS supported devices, device and application integration and system relationship; release/change management processes, concepts and tools; and ITIL knowledge in in order to carry out in-depth analysis on complex systems/applications. The Analyst gathers detailed information from clients, completes impact analysis, translates business needs into technical requirements and applies multiple technical solutions to business problems; troubleshoots, problem-solves and analyses system incidents, examines and identifies issues and formulates solutions; and participates on complex large/medium initiatives and projects. Creates and implements detailed work plans, procedures and process, and carries out device testing, evaluation and configuration. Collaborates with IMITS colleagues, clients and vendors as needed. Ensure completion of own work assignments and refers issues to supervisor.

What you’ll do

• Responds to system incidents and other tickets via the service desk by performing tasks such as gathering information and feedback from user department, investigating and prioritizing incidents and tickets according to potential impact, analyzing and diagnosing problems and formulating solutions, escalating unresolved incidents and tickets as required, and communicating progress on tickets to the service desk, customers, and/or other teams.
• Functions as intermediate device analyst by working on complex large/medium initiatives and projects that have a significant impact on client departments by providing advice, reviewing work requests and analyzing requirements and feasibility, identifying conflicting requirements and completing an impact analysis, estimating tasks and timelines, workflows and calculating cost estimates and making recommendations.  Carries out the data and process modeling activities, and develops complete device solution/application(s) and support of the device solution/application.
• Develops and implements detailed work plans, sets schedule based on priorities and staff availability/requirements, and prepares project status reports and presentations.  Participates in the creation of project charter for client and IMITS sign off, bringing together project resources for discussions, and with monitoring project team's progress.
• Collaborates with, and represents IMITS to, clients and others by methods such as developing and maintaining relationships with clients and other stakeholders, attending meetings to provide input into the operational requirements of the area, meeting with senior staff/leaders to determine priorities and needs; assisting clients in identifying technical/system deficiencies, providing options and presenting to decision makers, negotiating with client departments and other project teams, and providing user training as required. 
• Drafts standard operating procedures, processes, and formal documentation by methods such as establishing device and solution setups, installs, troubleshooting standards and procedures for use by IMITS and user departments, writing comprehensive operating documentation, preparing complex test plans for review and approval, and developing procedures steps, such as recovery and maintenance procedures.
• Liaises with vendors and appropriate stakeholders by researching and evaluating new solutions or version upgrades, working with vendors to ensure service levels meet standards, and communicating with vendor or third party services personnel to identify, isolate and resolve problems.  Contributes to development of Requests for Proposals (RFP) documentation. Support solution implementations and upgrades by following the change control process; performing technical testing, engagement of other teams for testing and planning as needed, go live planning and support.
• Works with various IMITS team members to ensure device integrated solutions and represents team/IMITS in various initiatives across the organizations as a device/technical resource.
• Performs a variety of duties related to solution and device testing, evaluation, configuration and overall support as required.
• Documents own work and actions taken, updates assigned ticket information with client provided information, maintains accurate team records, and updates information related to workflows in accordance with standard operating procedures.  Creates and updates documentation to internal websites and SharePoint sites.
• Attends team meetings, participates in team discussions and projects, and actively participates in continuous quality and process improvement activities by reviewing job workflow, reporting system issues and errors, and providing input/feedback to the Manager such as identifying roadblocks and inefficiencies, and proposing possible solutions.
• Assists with the implementation of clinical applications by performing duties such as building application initialization files, developing and executing test plans and scripts, developing application documentation, developing user training support and documentation and development of downtime and disaster recovery procedures and by verifying that programs are functional and consistent with client requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

What you bring

Qualifications

• Education, certifications, years’ experience, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings. This involves familiarity and understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within PDHIS contexts found in the foundational documents 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 - BC Human Rights Code, BC Anti-racism Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Awareness 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.).

Skills & Knowledge

• Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
• Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the 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, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

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: Temporary, Full-Time
Wage: $46.22 / Hour
Location: 1885 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 1Y5
Closing Date: May 27, 2025
Hours of Work: 0800-1600 (Monday to Friday & On-call may be required)
Requisition # 182856E

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 – Create equity – Be courageous.

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

PHSA is committed to anti-racism and 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 excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’k̓ula 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 exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the 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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