Executive Director

Position Summary

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.

Summary:

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.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Directs all functions of the organization in accordance with its mission and the overall policies established by the Board of Directors.
2. Serves as liaison to assure appropriate effective communication between the Board and staff.
3. 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.
4. Demonstrates commitment to, and leadership of quality improvement goals and data-driven decision-making processes.
5. Positions KCHC to succeed in a changing, dynamic health care environment.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Responds to, prepares, and submits other grant opportunities. Submits health center grant reports as necessary.
9. Insures compliance with all regulatory agencies governing federal grants and health care delivery at the federal, state and local level, continually monitoring the operations and its programs. Initiates changes as necessary. Maintains appropriate lines of communication with all regulatory parties.
10. Provides assistance to supervisory personnel, determines staffing needs and standards of productivity, and complies with federal, state, and local codes, regulations and ordinances. Consults with and advises managers on a regular basis, interprets and implements policies, rules and regulations. Using participatory management creates a positive work environment built upon each staff person’s strengths to achieve the mission and vision of KCHC.
11. Ensures the provision of affordable health care services by the acquisition, utilization, and the organization of available resources (personnel, financial and physical) and the development of improved techniques and practices in daily operations.
12. Works with the Medical Director and Human Resource Program Manager in recruitment and retention of all personnel.
13. Maintains an effective community relations program designed to encourage community support and understanding of the mission of the organization.
14. 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.

Qualifications

Education:  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.

Experience: Must posses 3-5 years experience in health care administration. Preferably ambulatory care or FQHC setting.

Licensure/Certification:  None required but clinical licensure is highly desirable in addition to qualifications outlined above.

Other Qualifications:

Communication:

Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with all levels of staff personnel.

Collaboration:

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.

Cultural Competence:

Demonstrates complete understanding and responds effectively with sensitivity to special populations served by KCHC. Special populations include, but are not limited to, those defined by race, ethnicity, language, age, sex, sexual orientation, economic standing, disability status, migrant, homeless, seasonal workers, and the uninsured.

Attendance:  

Regular attendance and punctuality is expected and required.

English Language:   

Must be able to read, write, and speak English.