Executive Director

Kodiak Community Health Center - Kodiak, AK

- Executive

Kodiak, AK

About the position

Join the exceptional care team at Kodiak Community Health Center (KCHC) on breathtaking Kodiak Island! Located in the pristine wilderness with a real community spirit, Kodiak Island offers a short commute to work and spectacular ocean views. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a Federally Qualified Health Center that co-locates with a critical access hospital. Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director/CEO provides leadership, direction, and administration of all aspects of the organization to achieve its mission, strategic goals and maintain its financial viability. The ED/CEO leads the continued delivery of the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model; represents KCHC in community and state health initiatives, insures compliance with grant requirements and all applicable federal and state laws. Creates a positive, nurturing, patient focused work environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Directs all functions of the organization in accordance with its mission and the overall policies established by the Board of Directors.
• Serves as liaison to assure appropriate effective communication between the Board and staff.
• Supervises the effective implementation of the Board's strategic plan and the annual implementation of that plan, ensuring timely, accurate implementation and status reporting to the Board.
• Demonstrates commitment to, and leadership of quality improvement goals and data-driven decision-making processes.
• Positions KCHC to succeed in a changing, dynamic health care environment.
• Responsible for overall management of KCHC's finances with accountability to the Board of Directors.
• Ensures financial viability and adequate and accurate reporting of financial status.
• Directs and ensures proper coordination of all administrative affairs related to finance, personnel, purchasing, information technology, and necessary support activities for providers.
• Plans and evaluates the organizations programs.
• Submits reports to the Board of Directors on staffing, programs, and other administrative activities.
• Responds to, prepares, and submits other grant opportunities.
• Submits health center grant reports as necessary.
• Insures compliance with all regulatory agencies governing federal grants and health care delivery at the federal, state and local level.
• Maintains appropriate lines of communication with all regulatory parties.
• Provides assistance to supervisory personnel, determines staffing needs and standards of productivity.
• Consults with and advises managers on a regular basis, interprets and implements policies, rules and regulations.
• Creates a positive work environment built upon each staff person's strengths to achieve the mission and vision of KCHC.
• Ensures the provision of affordable health care services by the acquisition, utilization, and the organization of available resources.
• Works with the Medical Director and Human Resource Program Manager in recruitment and retention of all personnel.
• Maintains an effective community relations program designed to encourage community support and understanding of the mission of the organization.
• Develops implements and teaches Leadership Development Education programs and succession planning strategies for all supervisory personnel/positions.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, that support the overall mission and vision of Kodiak Community Health Center.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Health Services Administration or related field; plus three to five years experience in responsible administrative position of comparable scope in health care facility; OR bachelor's degree in Health Services Administration or related field; plus a minimum of five to seven years experience in progressively responsible administrative positions of comparable scope in a health care facility.
• Must possess 3-5 years experience in health care administration, preferably in ambulatory care or FQHC setting.
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with all levels of staff personnel.
• Team-oriented and able to work collaboratively with staff.
• Strong problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, medical office environment with frequent interruptions, public contact, and occasional crisis situations.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive medical information and foster an ethical work environment.
• Ability and willingness to carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Demonstrates complete understanding and responds effectively with sensitivity to special populations served by KCHC.

Nice-to-haves

• Clinical licensure is highly desirable in addition to qualifications outlined above.