Medical Director, Outreach NICU (VHC Health)

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Department

Pay Range

About the Role:

Provide administrative and clinical leadership for CNMC Outreach NICU program. Has primary responsibility for overall service and clinical operations of assigned area(s). Responsible for the care of patients in assigned area(s), as well as research, educational and advocacy initiatives as determined by the Division Chief.

What You'll Bring:

Minimum Education
Medical Doctor (M.D.) Medical degree from an accredited medical school (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

• 5 years Overall clinical practice (of which at least 3 years experience as a pediatric hospitalist or neonatologist)

• 2 years In a medical management role.(Preferred)

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise.

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.

• Ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a plan for patient care.

• Ability to incorporate ethical concepts into patient care and discuss these with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team.

• Ability to supervise, advice, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.

• Ability to maintain quality, safety , and/or infection control standards.

• Demonstrates a personal commitment to Continuing Medical Education and remains current on the developments and progress in his/her subspecialty.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.

• Previous experience managing a division, department, or program in an academic setting.

Administrative Accountabilities

• Plan and develop evidence-based patient care programs. Monitor performance dashboard and implement change based on current data.

• Effectively direct operations and maintain good communications in consultation with the Division Chief and other leadership.

• Meet regularly with staff and provide leadership needed to achieve medical care goals.

• Keep medical staff informed with changes in policies and procedures.

• Prepare and maintain standard operating procedures for assigned area(s) in accordance with regulatory bodies.

• Display empathy , sensitivity , and emotional control when interacting with patients or when coaching direct reports.

• Attend and present at Divisional, Center-wide and/or organizational meetings.

• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Division Chief.

Business and Financial Accountabilities

• Participate in financial planning and budget preparation for the Division.

• In collaboration with the Division Chief and other leadership, review budget performance reports, analyze cause of variances, and develop and implement action plans to achieve financial goals.

• Assist the Division Chief and Center leadership in providing analytical data and reports necessary for the operation and administration of assigned area(s).

The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children's National believes an individual's base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children's National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual's combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children's National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.

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