JPS Health Network
Director, Department of Surgery Advanced Practice
JPS Health Network, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
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 Surgery Advanced Practice
Requisition Number:
req28571
Location:
John Peter Smith Hospital
Job Summary The Director, Department of Surgery Advanced Practice role is intended for an existing provider who will shift a portion of their clinical time into administrative leadership (0.4 FTE). The Director, in partnership with department leadership, is responsible for the vision, strategy, direction, and performance of various domains to include administration and leadership, workforce planning and utilization, scope of practice and regulatory oversight, ambulatory and inpatient clinical practice, professional performance, 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 Surgery 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 Surgery Advanced Practice reports to the chair of their respective service line.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as a liaison between practicing APP staff and supervising physician
Serve as a 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 Surgery 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 Surgery Peer Review and operational meetings
Develop, implement and sustain process and quality improvement programs within the Department of Surgery
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 Surgery and suggests or implements appropriate changes to improve work effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of JPS, Acclaim and the Department of Surgery
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
Assists in developing, implementing, monitoring annual goals and objectives for the Department of Surgery 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
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Location Address: 1500 S. Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas, 76104, United States
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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 Surgery Advanced Practice
Requisition Number:
req28571
Location:
John Peter Smith Hospital
Job Summary The Director, Department of Surgery Advanced Practice role is intended for an existing provider who will shift a portion of their clinical time into administrative leadership (0.4 FTE). The Director, in partnership with department leadership, is responsible for the vision, strategy, direction, and performance of various domains to include administration and leadership, workforce planning and utilization, scope of practice and regulatory oversight, ambulatory and inpatient clinical practice, professional performance, 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 Surgery 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 Surgery Advanced Practice reports to the chair of their respective service line.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as a liaison between practicing APP staff and supervising physician
Serve as a 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 Surgery 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 Surgery Peer Review and operational meetings
Develop, implement and sustain process and quality improvement programs within the Department of Surgery
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 Surgery and suggests or implements appropriate changes to improve work effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of JPS, Acclaim and the Department of Surgery
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
Assists in developing, implementing, monitoring annual goals and objectives for the Department of Surgery 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
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Location Address: 1500 S. Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas, 76104, United States
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