About Digital Health
Digital Health initiatives are underway across the province from on-line appointment booking to see a primary care provider to seamless transitions across the health care system. At the County of Simcoe, the Digital Health Coordinator is working to support the realization of digital health technologies and services in Long-Term Care Homes (LTCHs) and Senior Services (SS) that are grounded in the quadruple aim and Digital First for Health Strategy.
The Digital Health Coordinator is a registered nurse working at a clinical level to support realization of virtual care such as Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN). As well, this position helps to support the implementation of projects or initiatives within Long-Term Care Homes and Seniors Services residences across the County. In addition, this role works in collaboration with regional Ontario Health Teams and the Ontario Health – Digital Health team.
About Health Care Ontario
Health Connect Ontario provides timely access to care and information by phone, chat and online. Launched in April 2022, Health Connect Ontario is another way Ontarians can navigate the health care system through technology. https://healthconnectontario.health.gov.on.ca
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Digital Pulse newsletters is created to share updates on digital health within the Long-Term Care and Specialized Seniors community and health care partners.
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May-June 2022
Resources for Staff
- OTN Resources, Education and Support, please reach out to the Digital Health Coordinator
- OTN Technical Support Team 1-855-654-0888