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Executive Director of the Student Health Center and Pharmacy

Employer
University of Alabama
Location
Alabama, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Jan 15, 2021

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Health Services
Employment Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full Time



Executive Director of the Student Health Center and Pharmacy

Seeking A Collaborative, Experienced, and Student-Focused Health Care Leader

The University of Alabama invites applications and nominations for the position of Executive Director of the Student Health Center and Pharmacy. The Executive Director oversees all operational and financial aspects of the Student Health Center and Pharmacy (SHCP) as the staff fulfill the mission of delivering outstanding health care and educating students for healthier living. This is an opportunity for a leader with deep experience in health care administration, including excellent supervisory and financial acumen. The ability and commitment to engaging with students in a collaborative effort to ensure their collective needs are being met is necessary for success in this role. The Executive Director is expected to have demonstrated a further commitment to effectively working with and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and to fostering equity and inclusion in services and the workplace.

The Executive Director provides vision and direction as the leader of the AAAHC-accredited Student Health Center and Pharmacy and as part of the team reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Health and Wellbeing within the Division of Student Life. Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to manage change, are essential to success in this vital role at the University. The Executive Director must be able to effectively engage with medical and professional staff within the Center, constituencies across campus, and resources in the local community, with the understanding that high quality service to and education of students is the top priority.

The Division of Student Life and Student Health and Wellbeing

The Division of Student Life maximizes each UA student's learning experiences. By providing intentional programs and support services, the Student Life team complements academic pursuits, supports wellbeing, and promotes student development. Through the Division's four strategic priorities: inclusivity, retention, resource development, and student wellbeing, Student Life adds essential value to The University of Alabama student experience.

Led by an Associate Vice President, Student Health and Wellbeing encompasses the Student Health Center and Pharmacy, the Counseling Center, Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services, the Women and Gender Resource Center, and University Recreation. The University promotes a holistic view of student wellness that is embodied in the Alabama Model of Student Health and Wellbeing. The Model is grounded in the fundamental understanding of student development and cultural competence, and it demonstrates the high priority the University places on supporting students in order for them to be successful during and after their time on campus. The Student Health Center and Pharmacy, and its Executive Director, play a key role in this work.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Executive Director:

• Directs operations, financial results, compliance and strategy of all aspects of Student Health Center and Pharmacy (SHCP).
• Directs the fiscal operations of the Student Health Center and Pharmacy to include the development of long-range financial plans and the annual expense and revenue budget.
• Directs the development and implementation of short and long-range strategic plans for the Student Health Center and Pharmacy which are consistent with the mission and vision of the SHCP and the mission and goals of the Division of Student Life.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies governing health care delivery and the rules of accrediting bodies. Continually monitors operations, programs, and physical properties. Initiates appropriate changes.
• Recommends practice policy positions regarding administrative and legislative matters.
• Coordinates with the medical staff and other practice personnel the monitoring of medical activities to ensure the fulfillment of the community's needs for quality healthcare.
• Consults with relevant staff and departments prior to recommending and establishing new policies to ensure the availability of support and resources.
• Coordinates efforts of medical staff and administrative staff in the recruitment, development, evaluation, and retention of medical personnel.
• Provides education to physicians regarding administrative and financial matters of SHCP.
• Ensures proper credentialing, licensure, and malpractice insurance coverage is secured and up to date for all providers
• Coordinates the long-range financial development of the organization.
• Ensures the provision of affordable healthcare services by the acquisition, utilization, and organization of resources (human, financial, and physical).
• Develops improved management techniques and practices.
• Encourages the integration of the practice with the community through effective communication and public relations programs.
• Represents the organization in its relationships with other health organizations, government agencies, and third-party payors.
• Directs and supervises all organizational activities through department heads and administrative support staff. Consults with and advises department heads on a regular basis.
• Provides assistance to supervisory personnel in establishing department philosophy and objectives related to staffing and performance standards, policies and procedures, job classifications, and compliance with government regulations.
• Serves as liaison and channel of communication between the medical and administrative staff.
• Resolves any medical-administrative problems and keeps lines of communication open with staff to ensure high employee morale and a professional, healthful practice atmosphere. Establishes a rapport with providers and mid-level managers to ensure the flow of information in confidence. Maintains strictest confidentiality.
• Maintains professional affiliations and enhances professional growth and development to keep current in the latest trends in practice administration.
• Serves as primary point of administrative contact for all aspects of facility maintenance for SHCP, including: structure utilization of office space; monitoring the conditions of the office suite for cleanliness and state of repairs; replacement or repair of equipment as needed.
• Performs related work as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

The Executive Director must possess strong communication, supervision, and financial management skills in order to provide leadership and direction to the Student Health Center and Pharmacy. Minimum qualifications are outlined in the position posting on the University's Human Resources website (link below in Application Procedure and Timeline section). The preferred qualifications are:

• Doctorate or terminal degree in health care administration, medicine, or a related field
• Minimum of ten years of experience in health care administration and ambulatory care; a minimum of five years of experience providing supervision for staff
• Working knowledge of and experience in the ambulatory care accreditation standards of the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) or the Joint Commission (JC)
• Understanding and experience in change management and performance improvement processes and principles
• Experience in public health and emergency planning
• Experience collaborating with campus and community stakeholders on health and wellness matters including public health and emergency planning
• Demonstrated commitment to expand multicultural knowledge, awareness, and skills as evidenced through: demonstrating self-awareness; understanding and valuing others; demonstrating knowledge of social inequalities; interacting effectively with a diversity of people; and fostering equity and inclusion.

The University of Alabama and Tuscaloosa

Founded in 1831 as the state's first university and the Capstone of Higher Education, The University of Alabama is a comprehensive, student centered, R1 research university. Dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, UA provides a creative, nurturing campus environment where students can become the best individuals possible, learn from highly qualified faculty and make a positive difference in the community, the state, and the world.

Part of the University of Alabama System, UA has seen unprecedented growth in both quality and numbers since 2003, with enrollment topping 30,000 for the first time in fall 2010 and reaching 38,103 in fall 2019. Students come from every state in the nation and from more than 77 countries. UA is a leader among flagship universities nationwide in the enrollment of African American students (12 percent).

Tuscaloosa, a city of 100,000 people with a college town feel, is an historic town along the Black Warrior River. It offers many cultural, recreational, and entertainment opportunities to residents and visitors, and the city is the regional center of industry, healthcare, and education for West Alabama. Tuscaloosa is 57 miles southwest of Birmingham, the most populous city in Alabama. More information on moving to and living Tuscaloosa is available at https://careers.ua.edu/live-in-tuscaloosa-2/.

Application Procedure and Timeline

The University of Alabama is partnering with Keeling & Associates, LLC (K&A) in this search process. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity prior to applying or nominating, contact K&A Senior Consultant Jeff Ewing (jfewing@keelingassociates.com).

Interested individuals must apply through the University system at
https://staffjobs.ua.edu/en-us/job/512145/executive-director-student-health-center-512145.

For full consideration, applications should be submitted by February 17, 2021. Application materials arriving after this date will be reviewed and considered until the position is filled.

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law"Poster:
https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

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