Job Information
Excela Health DIRECTOR HEART CENTER in Butler, Pennsylvania
Description
Job Summary/Overall Objectives
Maintains leadership responsibilities for the invasive and non-invasive cardiology departments within the Independence Health System. In addition, individual may have responsibility for interventional radiology. Appropriately manages human resources activities, manages fiscal and budgetary responsibility, and assures adherence to accrediting and regulatory guidelines. Participates in strategic planning for the Service Line and executes on new product and service line development within areas of responsibility. Collaborates with VP on programmatic growth and market development.
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Essential Job Responsibilities
The position is responsible for leading the department and accountable for the Heart Center.
This position has direct supervisory responsibilities such as hiring, coaching/mentoring, skills development, recognition and rewards, staff productivity, performance management and succession planning.
Equitably and consistently apply and practice policies and procedures for all staff.
Develop and manage department budget at or below budget expectations and consistent with adjusted volume variations.
Identify and implement revenue enhancement opportunities.
Support the execution of company strategy across business segments to optimize experience and results.
Establish and maintain a safe working environment; assure staff comply with safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines.
Improve HCAP scores according to fiscal year targets; demonstrate year after year improvement in service to internal and external customers
Service Line Development
Investigates opportunities for integration of new technologies within the scope of the Heart Center and when applicable in interventional radiology services.
Directs and coordinates cardiac and IR care where applicable with operational managers in the OR/ICU/CCU/PCU as well as any other operational areas.
Develops relationships to stimulate clinical collaboration within Independence Health System with providers, staff, vendors and other community resources.
Explores and analyzes new procedure techniques for integration into existing programs.
Develops and maintains budget control and responsibility; finds cost-effective solutions.
Plans, controls and coordinates change and new program growth.
Serves as director of non-invasive and invasive cardiology services and IR when applicable. Directs and coordinates all aspects of patient care working with operations directors and managers to enhance service, care and quality.
Provide Quality Oversight to Service Line
Plans and implements service line specific quality metrics
Responsible for compliance with identified certification and accrediting standards as identified as a priority by the organization.
Actively participates in establishing quality goals and metrics including but not limited to those required by external agencies necessary for payment or certification / accreditation.
Collaborates with the Quality Department on the use of registries relative to the service line, including STSS / ACC and other required or optional service registries.
Responsible for utilizing quality data to drive improvements in conjunction with providers within areas of responsibility.
Collaborates with performance improvement division and medical staff leadership to develop and implement means to effectively address quality issues.
Utilizes quality / safety data to drive process improvements in conjunction with identified dyad physician partners.
Stimulates team approach and collaborative patient focused improvement initiatives throughout service lines.
Professional Development
Implements a self-directed, goal-oriented plan for professional development
Demonstrates an awareness of own strengths and limitations.
Seeks guidance, as necessary, to address limitations.
Modifies behavior based on self-evaluation and constructive feedback.
Participates in learning experiences, within the practice setting. Stays current in the field of cardiology best practice.
Participates in appropriate number of continuing educational courses to maintain certification and/or licensure.
Works with medical, nursing and technical staff to develop strategic imperatives and tactical solutions in conjunction with the organization's strategic goals.
Serves as both mentor and coach to staff for professional growth and development.
Patient Care Support
Demonstrates knowledge and skills in the provision of direct patient care in all categories.
Meets all competency standards.
Operations Management
Allocates and delegates work to make efficient use of all resources.
Establishes staffing patterns according to the department scope of service and budgetary guidelines.
Establishes clear work objectives and standards to prioritize and focus staff efforts.
Establishes safety policies and procedures for the operation of equipment and service delivery practice in compliance with regulatory and organization guidelines.
Assure completion of staff competencies including mandatory education and programs relative to job specific criteria.
Collaborates with others in the delivery of services and the use of resources
Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]
Required Qualifications/Experience
Associate’s degree or higher in related field and five (5) years of of hospital-based cardiology or related services experience.
Five (5+) years supervisory/management experience in a leadership position with responsibility for finances, quality and human resources..
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of functional area.
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in nursing, health, business, or leadership field
Experience in Healthcare setting.
License, Certification & Clearances
Current licensure to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
X
Extreme Cold
X
Heights
X
Confined Spaces
X
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
X
Mechanical Hazards
X
Use of Vibrating Tools
X
Operates Vehicle (company)
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
X
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
X
Rotates All Shifts
X
8 Hours Shifts
X
X
10-12 Hours Shifts
X
X
On-Call
X
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
X
Travel Between Sites
X
X
Direct Patient Care
X
Respirator Protective Equipment
X
Eye Protection
X
Head Protection (hard hat)
X
Hearing Protection
X
Hand Protection
X
Feet, Toe Protection
X
Body Protection
X
Latex Exposure
X
X
Solvent Exposure
X
Paint (direct use) Exposure
X
Dust (sanding) Exposure
X
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
X
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
X
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
X
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
X
Mist Exposure
X
Wax Stripper (direct use)
X
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Laser Exposure
X
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Walking
X
X
Climbing Stairs
X
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Standing
X
X
Kneeling
X
Squatting (Crouching)
X
X
Twisting/Turning
X
Keyboard/Computer Operation
X
X
Gross Grasp
X
X
Fine Finger Manipulation
X
X
Hand/Arm Coordination
X
X
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
X
<10#
Carry
X
<5#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
X
Seeing Near w/Acuity
X
X
Feeling (Sensation)
X
Color Vision
X
X
Hearing Clearly
X
X
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
X
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
X
X
Reaching Forward
X
X
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
X
<10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
###
X
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
###
X
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
###
X
