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Sandy Wagner

Chief Technologist - Central Island Cluster at Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority

Sandy Wagner, formerly known as Pfeffer, has a diverse work experience in the healthcare industry. Starting in 1999, they worked as a Quality Assurance specialist at MDS Laboratory Services until 2003. From 2003 to 2007, they served as the Director of Educational Development at the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science, where they developed a network of professionals and coached them in creating educational material. Sandy then joined St. Mary's General Hospital in 2009 as a Charge Technologist, managing a team and ensuring the quality of laboratory services. In 2015, they became the Chief Technologist at Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority, overseeing lab services in multiple hospitals, including the largest cancer center in BC. Throughout their career, Sandy has demonstrated a commitment to patient safety and continuous improvement in quality and safety.

Sandy Wagner (formerly Pfeffer) completed a Post-Grad Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching at OISE - Uof T from 2001-2003. Prior to that, they obtained an MLT degree in Medical Laboratory Science from Mohawk College from 1981-1984. Additionally, Sandy has pursued Management & Leadership Program at McMaster University and Facilitative Leadership at Schulich School of Business - York University, although the specific years and degree names are not provided.

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Nanaimo, Canada

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Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority

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Island Health – Vancouver Island Health Authority is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With over 28,000 staff, 2,000 physician partners, and 3,000 volunteers that give their time, skills and experience to our organization, Island Health is the largest employer on Vancouver Island. Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 794,000 residents of Vancouver Island and adjacent coastal communities. We’re very proud that we continue to be selected as a top employer: • BC’s Top Employers (2023, 2017) Two Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion Awards (2016) • Canada’s Greenest Employers (2015) • Canada’s Best Diversity Employer (2012-2015, 2017) • Canada's Top Employers (2010-2013) We offer competitive remuneration plus an attractive employer-paid benefits package including dental and prescription coverage, group life, long-term disability and extensive extended health plan. Vancouver Island offers you a wide range of urban, rural or remote communities. Whatever the lifestyle you are looking for, we have it here. Our cities are brimming with cultural events, festivals, shopping and restaurants as well as friendly towns with vibrant neighbourhoods and world-class outdoor adventure. Come be part of our future. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VanIslandHealth Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vanislandhealth Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanislandhealth/


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Victoria, Canada

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10,000+

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