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Interim CEO

Brockport, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=300+West+Avenue+Brockport+NY+USA+14420)

Description

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is directly employed by Oak Orchard Community Health Center, Inc. (OOCHC) and reports to Oak Orchard’s governing board. The role is responsible for overseeing other key management staff in carrying out the day-to-day activities necessary for fulfilling Oak Orchard’s HRSA approved scope of project and ensuring implementation of the organization’s mission and the strategic and operational plans approved by the Board of Directors.

The interim CEO position will last no shorter than 60 days and up to 1 year.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Maintains an effective relationship with the Board of Directors

a) Serves as an ex-officio member of the Board of Directors; participates on Board committees and workgroups as necessary and appropriate.

b) Implements the policies and long and short-term strategic and operational plans for the organization as approved by the Board of Directors.

c) Reports to the Board on the status of the organization and achievement of strategic and operational initiatives, regularly and in response to requests or changes in conditions.

d) undertakes special projects as directed and/or approved by the Board of Directors.

2) Provides strategic and operational leadership and direction for the organization

a) Monitors the environment in which the organization operates, synthesizing the impacts of economic, political, community and other outside influences and ensuring these are communicated effectively to the Board and throughout the organization.

b) Ensures that all strategic and operational decisions are based on sound financial and business practices and are to the benefit of the organization and its clients, balancing financial stability with mission.

c) Fosters an environment that mandates, encourages and rewards compliance with applicable licensing and certification requirements and regulations.

d) Ensures that the organization is prepared for recovery from catastrophic loss of data and facilities and continuation of services in emergency situations.

e) Oversees a plan of risk management designed to protect OOH from financial loss and loss of stature within service area.

3) Directly, and through delegation, manages staff of the organization

a) Ensures that all staff understand and adhere to the organization’s mission and values.

b) Works with appropriate board and staff to develop and implement strategic and operational goals, policies, procedures and programs required to carry out the mission.

c) Directly manages efforts to achieve key major organizational goals and objectives.

d) Ensures that the organization implements an overall compliance program that meets all regulatory and contractual requirements and is designed to minimize exposure to risk.

e) Monitors on-going performance of the organization and initiates corrective action as necessary in response to less than optimal performance.

4) Ensures that the organization’s finances are properly and effectively administered

a) Ensures that all financial systems and are fully compliant with federal, state and local laws and regulations, that the organization is compliant with all reporting and filing requirements, and that effective internal controls are implemented and adhered to.

b) Ensures that the organization’s finances are properly and effectively managed, through general oversight of the financial operations of the organization, ensuring the preparation and accuracy of all financial reports

c) Oversees the development of and adherence to annual operating plans and budgets and ensures they are consistent with the mission and strategic plans of OOCHC.

d) Monitors spending and allocation of grant and contractual reimbursement, ensuring that all requirements are met in accordance with regulatory and contractual requirements

5) Ensures that the organization is structured to maximize ability to deliver its services

a) Designs, develops and maintains an effective, mission driven organizational structure ensuring that roles and jobs are clearly defined, described and documented.

b) Assists in assessing the effectiveness of internal staffing for various functions versus the use of contractors, vendors and other outside alliances or working relationships; participates in negotiations with key vendors/partners and assures that functions are effectively designed to meet expectations.

c) Ensures that effective programs are in place to attract, retain and motivate the types of individuals needed to carry out the mission of the organization.

d) Directly, and through subordinate managers, ensures that the proper staff are hired and retained and that performance is managed to the organization’s expectations.

e) Ensures that organizational structures and job descriptions require and promote effective communication and cooperation between administrative, operational, clinical and programmatic departments and staff.

6) Develops and maintains strategic and operational relationships at the national, state and local level that will benefit the organization and support its mission

a) Functions as the spokesperson for the organization, maintaining liaisons with the media, community organizations, and government policy bodies

b) Ensures that the organization develops and maintains a positive presence and assumes a leadership role in OOCHC communities.

c) Monitors the political climate at the local, state and national levels; identifies and establishes relationships with appropriate agencies and elected/appointed officials and seeks to maintain the effectiveness of these relationships.

d) Develops and maintains relationships with other health care and allied professional organizations with which OOCHC can partner, ally or otherwise work together to help the organization meet its objectives.

7) Ensures an effective fund-raising and development program

a) Ensures the organization has knowledge of fund-raising and development opportunities available to the organization; maintains formal and information communications with funding organizations and their representatives.

b) Oversees and monitors the solicitation of contributions from individuals, businesses and other organizations, including participation in the activities of these organizations

c) Participates in the preparation of grant proposals.

Requirements

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1) Expertise in all facets of the community health center system with skills typically acquired through a combination of formal training (e.g., a Master’s Degree in Public Health or Health Care Administration) and practical experience in an FQHC environment, preferred.

2) Sufficient knowledge of FQHC practices to understand their roles within the organization in order to communicate effectively with practitioners and reconcile the needs of the practices with the business processes of the organization.

3) Knowledge of accounting and financial analysis practices sufficient to understand financial reports and understand the impact of financial performance on operations.

5) Able to reside or re-locate to one of OOCHC’s service area communities, required.

6) Familiarity with EHR, practice management systems and population health.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES:

1) demonstrates an appreciation for the rural setting, cultural diversity as evidenced by a willingness to become a resident and an active member in the OOCHC service area.

2) Demonstrates a high level of leadership, dedication and interpersonal skills as evidenced by the ability to act in the best interests of clients and the organization.

3) Fosters positive interactions among employees; encourages team and individual excellence and acts as an example for others.

4) Demonstrates a high level professional image, maturity, self-confidence, dedication to mission and positive attitude; acts as a model for others.

5) Demonstrates critical thinking, and sound judgment in decision making.

6) High level of ability to balance multiple and diverse projects of great significance, prioritize work and manage internal project budgets, timelines and Board of Directors’ expectations.

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:

1) Communicates in a clear, fact-based manner, writes clearly, concisely and correctly when presenting findings in reports and correspondence. Able to communicate detailed results in the context of the situation

2) Ability to communicate effectively in private and public situations, including media and public policy environments.

3) Ability to effectively encourage management and employees to undertake actions that will improve the organization’s processes and performance

Skills/Qualifications:

+ Excellent leadership abilities

+ Strong communication skills

+ Ability to effectively interact with Boards of Directors, community groups, government agencies, and other relevant groups and organizations

Preferred Education and Experience:

+ Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree Preferred.

+ Previous senior leadership experience

Salary Description

$250,000-$350,000