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CERMAK MEDICAL/SURGICAL CLINICAL DIRECTOR
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Job Description
Job Title: Cermak Medical/Surgical Clinical Director
Department: Cermak Health Services
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary The Cermak Medical/Surgical Clinical Director (Clinical Director) is responsible for providing clinical and operational leadership over Cermak Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg) and Advance Practice Providers (APPS), under the direction of the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak. The Clinical Director will oversee the expansion and improvement of the medical services outlined across Cermak Health Services. In alignment with the Cook County Health Strategic Plan, the Clinical Director provide oversight in strategic planning, program development, and quality reviews to ensure the focus is on providing high quality patient care.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals.
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings. Discipline:
Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels.
Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements. Supervision:
Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices.
Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements. Management:
Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH systemic development and success.
Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures.
Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary.
Typical Duties
Manages and oversees the medical/surgical program and APPs ensuring implementation of policies and procedures.
Ensures Med/Surg Program meets the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) accreditation standards and any external auditing standards, i.e., Consent Agreements.
Schedules and maintains staffing in the Med/Surg divisions/units ensuring appropriate coverage.
Collaborates with the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak over program design and implementation.
Monitors assigned budget and assists in the development of the annual budget.
Drafts and submits metric reports to the leadership, the Quality Committee and other committees as required. Submits productivity statistics or other reports as requested.
Reviews and responds to incident reports, letters of inquiry, complaints, subpoenas, and court orders.
Oversees Cermak's involvement in developing linkage agreements with community-based clinics and resources and oversee development of reentry strategies for Cermak Med/Surg patients.
Adheres to all Cermak rules and regulations and comply with Cook County Department of Corrections (CCDOC) General Orders and security requirements.
Ensures training programs are in compliance with CCH and Cermak requirements along with regulatory requirements.
Attends and participates Cermak committees and meetings including, but not limited to, the Quality Assurance, Pharmacy and Therapeutic, Disaster Planning, and Quarterly Administrative meetings with the Department of Corrections, as needed.
Represents Cermak Med/Surg Program to external agencies as required.
Maintains an active clinical load of at least 70% as requested by the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak.
Reports to the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak with a matrix reporting to the Senior Director of Advance Practice Providers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed and certified Clinical Provider in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment.
Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Two (2) years of experience managing staff in a correctional health care program.
Two (2) years of experience developing policies and procedures.
Experience reviewing and developing annual budgets.
Experience with National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) accreditation.
Must be cleared for privileges by Medical Staff Services by start of employment.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher in Health Care Management, Public Health, Medical Science from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and other Characteristics
Knowledge of and experience in correctional health care.
Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups.
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills.
Ability to adhere to department policies and standards, utilizing best practices.
Ability to manage a large correctional health program. Ability to work with multidisciplinary clinical staff.
Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls, and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
Veteran Preference When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications, and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing, knowingly prejudicing, or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
Equal Opportunity Employer COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Department: Cermak Health Services
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary The Cermak Medical/Surgical Clinical Director (Clinical Director) is responsible for providing clinical and operational leadership over Cermak Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg) and Advance Practice Providers (APPS), under the direction of the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak. The Clinical Director will oversee the expansion and improvement of the medical services outlined across Cermak Health Services. In alignment with the Cook County Health Strategic Plan, the Clinical Director provide oversight in strategic planning, program development, and quality reviews to ensure the focus is on providing high quality patient care.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals.
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings. Discipline:
Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels.
Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements. Supervision:
Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices.
Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements. Management:
Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH systemic development and success.
Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures.
Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary.
Typical Duties
Manages and oversees the medical/surgical program and APPs ensuring implementation of policies and procedures.
Ensures Med/Surg Program meets the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) accreditation standards and any external auditing standards, i.e., Consent Agreements.
Schedules and maintains staffing in the Med/Surg divisions/units ensuring appropriate coverage.
Collaborates with the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak over program design and implementation.
Monitors assigned budget and assists in the development of the annual budget.
Drafts and submits metric reports to the leadership, the Quality Committee and other committees as required. Submits productivity statistics or other reports as requested.
Reviews and responds to incident reports, letters of inquiry, complaints, subpoenas, and court orders.
Oversees Cermak's involvement in developing linkage agreements with community-based clinics and resources and oversee development of reentry strategies for Cermak Med/Surg patients.
Adheres to all Cermak rules and regulations and comply with Cook County Department of Corrections (CCDOC) General Orders and security requirements.
Ensures training programs are in compliance with CCH and Cermak requirements along with regulatory requirements.
Attends and participates Cermak committees and meetings including, but not limited to, the Quality Assurance, Pharmacy and Therapeutic, Disaster Planning, and Quarterly Administrative meetings with the Department of Corrections, as needed.
Represents Cermak Med/Surg Program to external agencies as required.
Maintains an active clinical load of at least 70% as requested by the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak.
Reports to the Chair of the Department of Correctional Health, Medical Director Cermak with a matrix reporting to the Senior Director of Advance Practice Providers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed and certified Clinical Provider in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment.
Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Two (2) years of experience managing staff in a correctional health care program.
Two (2) years of experience developing policies and procedures.
Experience reviewing and developing annual budgets.
Experience with National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) accreditation.
Must be cleared for privileges by Medical Staff Services by start of employment.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher in Health Care Management, Public Health, Medical Science from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and other Characteristics
Knowledge of and experience in correctional health care.
Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups.
Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills.
Ability to adhere to department policies and standards, utilizing best practices.
Ability to manage a large correctional health program. Ability to work with multidisciplinary clinical staff.
Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls, and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
Veteran Preference When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications, and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing, knowingly prejudicing, or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
Equal Opportunity Employer COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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