What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Cardiology & Neurology position at PIH Health Whittier Hospital?
The Director of Cardiology is Responsible for directing and coordinating operations within the cardiology departments including Cardiology, Cardiac Cath lab, Neurology, Cardiac Rehab, and related specialized services. This role develops objectives and policies for these areas and organizes, coordinates and monitors activities. Position requires knowledge in management principles, finance, budget, performance improvement, accreditation, team building, cardiology standards, evidenced based practice and provider relations. Works collaboratively across all services with leadership and staff to improve the quality of care, strengthen the financial performance of the service line and improve patient, physician, and employee satisfaction. Leads by example. Works with the team to promote high value performance. Evaluates performance of departments and key management personnel under his/her direction.
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
This is a management position
Required Skills
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Interpersonal competence
- Negotiation and confrontational skills
- Basic computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Good communication skills; read, speaks, and writes English fluently.
Required Experience
Required:
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Clinical Science or RN- Registered Nurse
- Three (3) years cardiology experience
- Five (5) years in a management role
Preferred:
- Specific training and knowledge of cardiovascular and neurodiagnostic procedures.
Address
12401 Washington Blvd.
Salary
144206.40-237931.20
Shift
Days
FLSA Status
Professional-Exempt
