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JPS Health Network

Director, Department of Behavioral Health Advanced Practice

JPS Health Network, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102

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Acclaim Physician Group, Inc. (Acclaim) is a multi specialty medical group practice comprised of over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants that partner with JPS Health Network (JPS). Acclaim supports JPS’s mission of transforming healthcare delivery for the communities we serve. From primary care to pediatrics to a full range of specialties, Acclaim’s goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time.

As the county health network and Level-1 Trauma Center, JPS has been serving the residents of Tarrant County for over 100 years. In addition to providing high-quality care, JPS is also an urban teaching hospital with a long history of training physicians and medical students. JPS offers 18 residency and fellowship programs, including the largest family medicine residency in the nation. JPS educates in tandem with the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Texas Christian University Medical School.

For more information, visit www.teamacclaim.org.

Job Title Director, Department of Behavioral Health Advanced Practice

Requisition Number req28567

Location Center for Behavioral Health Recovery

Job Description The Director of Behavioral Health Advanced Practice role is intended for an existing provider who will shift a portion of their clinical time into administrative leadership (0.4 FTE). In partnership with department leadership, the Director will guide the vision, strategy, direction, and overall performance of key operational and clinical domains, including administration and leadership, workforce planning and utilization, scope of practice and regulatory oversight, ambulatory and inpatient clinical practice, professionalism, development/training and other programs, and processes of central APP support. In partnership with physicians, nursing and operational leaders, the Director, Advanced Practice Providers provides system leadership to meet the strategies, goals, and performance targets of the institution’s mission, strategic plan, and APP workforce needs. The director has oversight of the Advanced Practice providers and their functions as expert clinicians within their defined scope of practice assuring performance of selected tasks and services in collaboration with the Department of Behavioral Health Physicians.

About Acclaim Multi‑Specialty Group Acclaim Multi‑Specialty Group (Acclaim) is a multi‑specialty medical group practice comprised of over 500 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who partner with JPS Health Network (JPS). Acclaim supports JPS’s mission of transforming healthcare delivery for the communities we serve. From primary care to surgery to a full range of specialties, Acclaim’s goal is to provide high‑quality, compassionate care for every patient, every time.

Reporting The Director, Department of Behavioral Health Advanced Practice reports to the chair of their respective service line.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as liaison between practicing APP staff and supervising physician

Serve as liaison between APP staff and Medical Staff Office for credentialing and privileging

Collaborate with the Acclaim Senior Director of Advanced Practice

Partner with department administrator and physician executive for alignment with departmental goals

Management of all Department of Behavioral Health advanced practitioners including but not limited to:

Ensuring all licensure and certifications are active

Appropriate credentialing for scope of practice for all APPs

Conflict resolution

Serve as the APP representative in Department of Behavioral Health Peer Review and operational meetings

Develop, implement and sustain process and quality improvement programs within the Department of Behavioral Health

Participate in research and publication activities

Develop or promote continuing education opportunities to maintain staff education and competencies

Participate in regular staff rounding

Participate and complete yearly evaluation for all APP staff

Responsible for management of Advanced Practitioners regarding their individual performance and overall Advanced Practice program. Selects, trains, motivates, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to both internal and external customers

Has oversight of department protocol and use of these protocols by employees for patient treatment

Works in close partnership with leaders for the cohesive oversight of the processes and staff involved ensuring the delivery of safe and effective care. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements

Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes and flow for the Department of Behavioral Health and suggest or implement appropriate changes to improve work effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of JPS, Acclaim and the Department of Behavioral Health

Works closely with the Department Administrator to develop and monitor the annual budget in the areas of salaries, materials and supplies, educational and paid time off to ensure that the department has the necessary funds to carry out established goals and objectives

Assists in developing, implementing, monitoring annual goals and objectives for the Department of Behavioral Health that support the missions and objectives of JPS and Acclaim

Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer (internal as well as external) satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of JPS and Acclaim

Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

Qualifications Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in science discipline or healthcare related field

Master’s degree in nursing or equivalent master’s level education as Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant

2 years as an APP actively practicing with program management

Preferred Education and Experience:

Previous experience in related field of specialty

Management and project implementation/management

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

Current licensure by the Board of Nurse Examiners or equivalent from licensing board in the State of Texas or Active PA License and Active PA board certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Location Address: 601 W. Terrell St. Fort Worth, Texas, 76104 United States

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