Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Blood Disorders Program
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Shifts: Days
Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: October 1, 2025

Position Summary

As part of the Blood Disorders Program, the Clinical Coordinator in the Thrombosis & Hemostasis Clinic provides specialized outpatient care to patients with thromboembolic disorders and anticoagulation management needs. The coordinator practices in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model for Nursing, and the mission and values of UHN. The team at the Thrombosis and Hemostasis Clinic includes excellent healthcare professionals including physicians, nurse practitioners, allied health, administrative team and volunteers.

The role combines direct patient care with care coordination, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Clinical Coordinator will apply advanced knowledge of anticoagulation therapy, monitor treatment outcomes (including lab results such as INR), and support patients and families through individualized teaching and care planning. The primary role will include long term follow up and support for patients on warfarin therapy.

Duties

• Provide expert clinical assessment and ongoing management of patients receiving anticoagulation therapy.
• Monitor laboratory results, perform warfarin and DOAC dose adjustments per standardized protocols, and escalate clinical concerns appropriately.
• Collaborate with hematologists, pharmacists, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Perform accurate and timely documentation in Epic and other health information systems.
• Provide comprehensive patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment plan, side effects, and self-management strategies.
• Support orientation and mentorship of new staff, sharing clinical expertise and promoting skill development.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and data collection to advance best practice and patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with UHN policies, accreditation standards, and infection control practices.
• Identify and respond to deteriorating patients, initiating emergency procedures as required.

Qualifications

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Level II Rescuer certification.
• B.Sc.N. preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in medical nursing; experience in hematology, anticoagulation therapy, or thromboembolic disorders strongly preferred.
• Strong patient teaching abilities and effective communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a busy ambulatory setting.
• Ability to function collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and work independently when required.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (Epic preferred) and familiarity with provincial systems (Connecting Ontario, RM&R).

Additional Information

• All UHN employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in accordance with UHN’s Vaccination Policy.
• A Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.
• UHN is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.