St. Michael's General Recruitment Brochure - St. Michael's Hospital

Bringing Research and Education TogetherInspired Work EnvironmentSt. Michael’s is entering an exciting era. The creation of theKeenan Research Centre and the Li Ka Shing InternationalHealthcare Education Centre, which together form theLi Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, represents an excitingnew opportunity to embrace emerging trends in healthcareeducation. This innovative facility will also help us reachSt. Michael’s corporate vision of achieving excellentpatient outcomes through leadership in health professionaleducation and research.“It’s an exciting time to be involved witheducation at St. Michael’s. Simulationtraining is a favorite among staff andstudents and I see more and moreinter-professional teams trainingtogether at the Simulation Centre.They practice performing simulatedemergencies in high-tech mannequins,live actors, real equipment, anda realistic hospital environment.Education has never been so fun!”St. Michael’s is fortunate to have a dedicated team of staffand physicians who care about their work environment.Focus groups are held with physicians and staff and surveysare distributed to solicit input on a wide range of plans.St. Michael’s is committed to a healthy work environmentthrough a safe and respectful workplace. For example,the Greening the Hospital initiative involves all staffin creating a better environment through conserving energyand reducing waste.One way we honour staff members is through ourValues in Action awards, given to individuals and teamswho live our values and contribute to our culture of caring.“I was flattered. It’s part of why I’vestayed here for 10 years. I don’t knowof other hospitals that recognize theirpeople in this way.”—Zenny Gepilano, PERIOPERATIVE SERVICES NURSEwho received the Values in Action, Social Responsibility Awardfor her work on the annual humanitarianmission to the Philippines—Roger ChowCLINICAL EDUCATION COORDINATORPHOTO: GERALD ALLAIN4 St.Michael’s5