Description:
The Department of Medicine possesses a strong track record of academic excellence. We attract the best and brightest students, residents, and fellows, because of our excellent faculty and staff, innovative teaching methods and diverse learning experiences in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Our faculty and trainees are passionate about ensuring the consistent delivery of patient centered care, including safety and quality. We are part of a larger healthcare system that works to deliver the health solutions that people require in London and Southwestern Ontario. The Department of Medicine works closely with academic hospitals, the Southwest Local Health Integrated Network and community physicians and partners to achieve accessible and sustainable healthcare for all.
Responsibilities
The Web Developer provides web development support to a team or designated unit. The incumbent will be responsible for the innovative design, coding, analysis, testing, modification, and layout of the website for the Centre for Quality, Innovation & Safety(CQUINS) at Western University. The incumbent will strive to create a visually appealing website that features user-friendly design and clear navigation. The incumbent will be involved in deploying the site ensuring that it is accessible both internally and externally.
Qualifications
Education:
- Diploma in information technology or a university degree with a minor in an information technology field, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in a variety of programming languages, including Java, Javascript, ASP.NET, etc.
Experience:
- 2 years related experience designing, implementing, programming and testing web content management systems, preferably Cascade CMS
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- Familiarity with web technologies and tools including content management systems, and learning management systems
- Familiarity of industry standards and best practices of website programming techniques
- Working knowledge of current Internet technologies, including HTML and CSS including responsive web
- In-depth knowledge of programming languages, coding methods and best practices
- Familiarity of e-communication tools including website and graphic design principles
- Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments
- Computer skills with the ability to creatively use and integrate technology to improve quality and productivity
- Ability to effectively communicate (orally and in writing) and participate in business discussions
- Ability to write clear, concise and accurate procedural documentation
- Ability to provide solutions and ideas for improvement by using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required
- Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, to work independently and follow through on work assignments
- Ability to understand customer needs and expectations and provide excellent customer service to directly and indirectly satisfy expectations
- Problem solving skills with a sense of urgency in resolving issues and getting tasks completed
- Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
- Ability to investigate and research issues and resolve problems
- Familiarity with project management tools and resources