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Commitment: Long-term
Connection method: Virtual
Open to Vancouver Island Region
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Role description
We are seeking Patient Partners to help improve the quality, clarity and usability of our Virtual Care Services. Patient Partners will contribute lived experience to ensure that digital health tools, patient-facing materials and support services are accessible, understandable and responsive to real patient needs.
Commitment: 18 months
Connection method: MS Teams
Open to: Patient partners from Vancouver Island – participants do not need to be PVN member
Patient Partner input will help:
• Improve clarity and accessibility of virtual care materials
• Strengthen patient confidence in using digital health services
• Enhance responsiveness and empathy in support desk services
• Reduce barriers to care and improve patient satisfaction
• Keep the patient voice at the centre of all improvements, ensuring services reflect real needs, experiences and expectations
Opportunities for Involvement: Approximately 2-4 hours per month for 18 months. Flexible participation based on availability. Starting July 6, 2026.
Level of engagement: Consult
Number of positions available: 8-10
Honorarium: No honorarium other than reimbursement for any required participation costs
RSVP: If you’re a member of the Patient & Public Partnership Program, submit your expression of interest here.
Not a member yet? Visit our website here to join our program or email us at patient.experience@islandhealth.ca for more details.
