Job Specifications
Posting Dates: February 2, 2026 to February 8, 2026
The Risk and Policy Office at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH) supports all programs and services in accordance with applicable provincial and federal laws. Our facility is a fully accredited hospital serving the City of St. Thomas and all seven municipalities within the County of Elgin. STEGH offers a full range of services, including outpatient care, diagnostic imaging, inpatient acute care, emergency services, post-acute care, and regional satellite services. To achieve the best health outcomes for patients, our hospital continually seeks innovative ways to deliver services, engage with patients and the community, invest in its people, and collaborate with health care partners.
Join a team that strives to create a positive, compassionate patient experience in a high-performance setting.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
Reporting to the Manager of Risk and Policy, the Risk and Privacy Specialist plays a critical role in strengthening organizational resilience, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting safe, high-quality patient care. With a primary focus on enterprise and clinical risk management, this role assists in proactive risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring activities across the organization. The Specialist also provides specialized privacy expertise to support compliance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) and related legislation. Working collaboratively with internal and external partners, the Specialist supports a culture of safety, accountability, and privacy protection.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
Completion of an undergraduate degree in a related health discipline or equivalent with a health focus
Certified Information Privacy Professional/Canada Designation
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a healthcare setting
Ability to gather high quality data, analyzing and problem solving while upholding standards across the organization
Knowledge in developing automated processes, programs and functions to compile data to reduce human error and save time
Knowledge of the following: HIM Policies and Procedures; PHIPA; IPC: FIPPA; PIPEDA, Privacy Policy
Ability to work with internal as well as external stakeholders (ie. Regional Privacy Resource – LHSC)
Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver engaging, informative and well-organized presentations
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing/continuous professional development
Demonstrated thoroughness and attention to detail
Proven ability to work independently, utilizing critical thinking skillset
Demonstrated acceptable performance record
Excellent attendance record
WHAT WE PREFER YOU TO HAVE:
Ability to deal with the occasional difficult or challenging situation
Experience working in an ever—changing environment
Experience in a healthcare setting in Privacy and/or Risk Management
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Enrollment in the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan
Training and development opportunities
Access to our dynamic Health and Wellness 360 program including an onsite social worker
Regular activities on site such as yoga and stretching, mindful sessions and much more
Access to the Hospital gym and an exercise circuit
An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse and talented workplace
Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard
HOURS:
The successful candidate will work Monday – Friday (37.5 hours weekly) with a willingness to adjust their schedule to meet the needs of the Hospital.
Ready to Join the Team? Apply today!
This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization
About the Company
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH) is an award winning 179-bed facility dedicated to providing an excellent patient care experience for every patient, every time. STEGH provides comprehensive 24-hour coverage in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Anesthesia, Emergency, Mental Health and Family Medicine. As a fully accredited hospital, we are proud to serve the city of St Thomas and all eight municipalities within the County of Elgin.
More than 1,000 professionals work at STEGH, including over 200 cr...
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