• Director of Population and Public Health

    Avera (Spirit Lake, IA)


    Location:

    Spirit Lake, IA

    Worker Type:

    Regular

    Work Shift:

    Day Shift (United States of America)

     

    Be a part of Lakes Regional Healthcare! A multi-disciplinary team built on Compassion, Hospitality, and Stewardship, and the mission of improving the health and well-being of people in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

    Position Highlights

    Join the team at Lakes Regional Healthcare!

     

    **Award Winning Health Care:** We take our work seriously and are proud to be in the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital by iVantage Health Analytics and Chartis Center for Rural Health since 2019, in the Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital by the National Rural Health Association, to earn the Outstanding Patient Experience Award 2022 by Healthgrades, and the list goes on.

    + **Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!**

    + **Positive Work Environment:** Be part of an organization where we practice our mission & values in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.

     

    Lake Regional Healthcare is currently seeking a Director of Population and Public Health to deliver the best possible direction of care in LRH’s patient-focused setting.

    SUMMARY:

    Under the supervision of the Vice President of Ancillary and Community Services this position is responsible for and directs the development, operation, administration and evaluation of all mandated and discretionary population health services within local, state and federal regulations and policy of Lakes Regional Healthcare. Also responsible for the Public Health Department’s implementation of the core functions and essential services of public health within Dickinson County. Assures adequate programming is in place to meet community needs and serves as the liaison to the Board of Health.

    EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE:

    Bachelor’s degree or higher from a college or university in a health related field of study with a minimum of two years experience in public health, one of which is in management; or graduate of an accredited school of Registered Nursing with an Iowa license (BSN preferred) with a minimum of two years of related public health experience. Two years of public health related experience required – Management preferred. Experience with grant writing and project management strongly preferred.

     

    Has, or within 90 days of hire receives, cultural education to include sensitivity to Dickinson County Public Health’s (DCPH) service populations’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

    CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, and/or REGISTRATIONS:

    Currently possesses certification in the Mandatory Reporting of Child and Dependent Adult Abuse or obtains within first six months of hire. Valid drivers license and proof of insurance required.

     

    At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

     

    The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

    Additional Notices:

    For TTY, dial 711

     

    Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.