Associate Medical Director
Company: University of California Santa Cruz
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Associate Medical Director
Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 36538
JOB POSTING
UC Santa Cruz Student Success and Health is excited to announce a
leadership opportunity on our clinical team. Find your path at UC
Santa Cruz in Student Health Services. Are you a Physician who is
passionate about working with a diverse student community? Would
you like to make a positive difference in a college student's
experience? We are looking for an Associate Medical Director who is
an equity-minded professional committed to caring for and treating
students from a wide range of socioeconomic, cultural, gender, and
ethnic identities. Thank you for your interest in Student Success
and Health at UC Santa Cruz.
NOTIFICATIONS
UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19
vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy.
Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees
who physically access a University facility or program in
connection with their employment, appointment, or
education/training.
Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely
with NO expectation that they will physically access any University
location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the
employee is subject to policy.
INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application
materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the
hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the
IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit.
Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the
hiring unit.
The IRD for this job is: 06-21-2022
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California,
combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the
depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an
unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part
of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today,
all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the
world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) Student Success and Health (SSH) is a
full-service medical facility offering clinical, educational, and
psychological support to UCSC students. SSH is deeply committed to
ensuring affordable, well-integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare
that effectively supports the university's diverse campus
communities, through equitable access and culturally competent,
high-quality programs and services. The Primary Care Program
includes primary care and same-day care, with the support of
on-site radiology, a COLA-accredited high complexity clinical
laboratory and campus pharmacy. Counseling and Psychological
Services (CAPS) supports UCSC students to maintain or improve their
general well-being by providing a broad range of counseling,
psychiatric services, consultation and outreach services and
programs. Other departments include Student Health Outreach and
Promotion (SHOP), home of the Condom Co-op; CARE (Campus Advocacy,
Resources, and Education) the advocacy and prevention education
office that supports survivors of sexual assault, stalking, and
dating/domestic violence; and Student Insurance Programs. SSH
employs approximately 120 staff including physicians,
psychiatrists, case managers, lab scientists, pharmacists, nurses,
radiologists, and many other clinical and administrative staff.
Student Success and Health welcomes staff with interest and
experience in working with students with a wide range of ethnic,
cultural, and gender identities.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Associate Medical
Director is a member of the University of California, Santa Cruz
Student Health Services Management Team and, in conjunction with
the Medical Director, is responsible for ensuring that issues
affecting clinical practice, quality of care, staffing and
clinician job satisfaction are appropriately managed in our Primary
Care and Same Day Care Clinics.
The Associate Medical Director assumes responsibility for directly
or indirectly supervising primary and urgent care clinicians, and
assumes a leadership role in assuring the quality and consistency
of care. The Associate Medical Director provides assistance to the
Medical Director in matters that affect clinical practice and
functions as a strategic partner and consultant to higher levels of
management.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Salary Information: Salary: $220,000 - $250,000 / Annually. Salary
commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
No. of Positions: 1
Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
Schedule Information:
Full-time, Fixed
Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
Shift Includes: Day
Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment
Job End Date: None
Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
Union Representation: Non-Represented
Job Code Classification: 000586 (PHYSCN SHS MGR 1)
Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES
60% - Clinical Staff Leadership
Serves as a key member of the Clinical Services Management and
Primary Care Leadership Teams.
Ensures operations are functioning smoothly through supervision of
subordinates.
Supervises career and per diem clinicians in Primary Care and Same
Day Care Clinics, directly or indirectly, including recruitment,
hiring, orientation, proctoring, and performance appraisal.
Works closely with the Clinical Operations Team to develop
clinician schedules and ensure adequate staffing.
Assists the Medical Director in addressing clinic-wide issues.
Conducts staff development programs.
Oversees the quality and relevance of staff development programs
for assigned medical and clinical staff members.
Leads the Quality Management Team and addresses issues concerning
the quality of patient care and patient satisfaction.
Acts in the role of the Medical Director in their absence.
40% - Expert Clinician Resource
Maintains an active clinical practice in Primary and/or Same Day
Clinics.
Evaluates patients, reviews clinical records and determines if
appropriate treatment is being provided.
Functions as a resource for consultation on complex or difficult
patient cases.
Evaluates and reviews patient clinical records as part of the
quality management and peer review processes.
Shares with the Medical Director the responsibility of evaluating
and responding to student comments or complaints about the medical
component of visits to SHS.
Shares with the Medical Director the responsibility for providing
medical consultation and review for laboratory, pharmacy, and
radiology services.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school
Advanced clinical skills appropriate to the role as a clinical
leader; Effective diagnostic and decision-making skills in handling
more difficult cases
Urgent care skills and competence in performing minor outpatient
surgical procedures and managing urgent medical problems
Ability to oversee and lead a team of clinical professionals
Familiarity with electronic medical records systems and computer
literacy
Advanced written communication skills: Must be able to communicate
clearly and effectively in writing with patients, colleagues, and
staff members
Advanced oral communication skills; excellent listening skills;
ability to receive and give clear and concise information and
communicate clearly and effectively with patients, colleagues, and
staff members
Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and stated commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion in the delivery of clinical
services
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 3 years post-residency work experience providing primary
care and/or urgent care to adults and/or adolescents (fellowship
training may be counted toward this)
Experience leading a team of clinicians in a primary care
setting
Clinical experience in a college health setting
Additional Training or Clinical Experience in areas that impact
college-aged patients: adolescent medicine, infectious diseases,
contraception, HIV prevention, depression, anxiety,
gender-affirming health care, substance abuse and disordered
eating.
Experience with Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Selected Candidate will be required to successfully complete a
pre-hire criminal history background check and a pre-hire
credentialing check prior to formal job offer
Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school
Current MD or DO California medical license in good standing
Board Certification or eligibility in an applicable primary care
specialty
Current DEA Registration
NPI (National Practitioner Identifier) number
CA CURES Registration (Department of Justice)
Possession of a current BLS CPR certification or must obtain within
six months from date of hire
Conditions upon Hire:
Must complete HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and
Accessibility) training within 30 days of hire
Must complete Title IX (Sexual Harassment) training every two
years
Will be required to comply with current Student Health Center
employee health safety requirements for health care workers as
defined by state and federal regulatory agencies; current health
safety requirements to be discussed during interview
If selected candidate engages in telehealth visits, they must be
able to work remotely from a home office and be able to fulfill
requirements of the UCSC telecommuting agreement.
Job will require occasional working of non-traditional hours
The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination
Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy,
covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an
approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of
hire.
Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this
position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected
candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse
or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a
Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to
commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions,
requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
SAFETY STATEMENT
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety
procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively
promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential
accidents and injuries.
HOW TO APPLY
Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job
opening. Do not attach any documents to 'My Activities'. Visit our
How to Apply tutorial for detailed instructions on our applicant
process.
EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz
is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to
establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect
for the contributions of all students and employees.
APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
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To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they
must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via
the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu.
A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources
Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is
located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066.
To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call
831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California
Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz
is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to
establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect
for the contributions of all students and employees.
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