Associate Chief Medical Officer OF Logistics AND Administration

Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address: mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

Job Summary

The Associate Chief Medical Officer of Logistics and Administration (ACMO) partners with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Executive Leadership to advance organizational goals related to workforce, transformation, growth, and fiscal resilience. The ACMO drives strategic initiatives and provides oversight of day-to-day clinical operations, including throughput, resource utilization, transition of care, and productivity across all Cook County Health (CCH) care settings.

General Administrative Responsibilities

Collective Bargaining

• Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings

Discipline

• Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
• Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Supervision

• Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
• Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements

Management

• Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH systemic development and success
• Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures
• Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary: hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary

Typical Duties

• Leads hospital-wide policy development, reviews processes and compliance oversight to support consistent and compliant operations for John H. Stroger, Jr. and Provident Hospital including throughput and transitions of care.

• Attends and participates in the CCH Policy Committee.

• Monitors and coordinates all medical activities of the hospitals including development, implementation and communication of and compliance with operational policies, procedures and programs affecting the medical staff and the delivery of patient care.

• Ensures appropriate medical staffing to support safe, accessible patient care and adequate trainee supervision.

• Assists the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) with budgeting, contract management, and financial oversight.

• In the absence of the CMO, serves as the liaison to department chairs on matters related to workforce management, budget/finance, and operations.

• Assists the CMO with preparation of regular performance and/or status reports as required to the CCH Board, Medical Staff Committee(s) and CCH leadership.

• Oversees and ensures provider compliance with Cook County Health (CCH) requirements, including but not limited to dual employment rules, ethics reporting, mandatory annual education, immunization standards and vendor relationship policies, etc.

• Serves as a liaison to nursing and ancillary services relating to operational workflows and support.

• Assists with Human Resources functions in support in support of the CMO.

• Travels to both John H. Stroger, Jr., Hospital and Provident Hospital.

• Maintains an active clinical load of a minimum of 40% at the discretion of the CMO.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Chief Medical Officer

Minimum Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy Medicine (D.O.) degree or foreign equivalent

• Licensed as a physician in the State of Illinois prior to starting employment
• Must be cleared for privileges by Medical Staff Services by start of employment
• Board eligibility or certification in his/her respective medical specialty
• Three (3) of clinical leadership and administrative leadership experience
• Experience in regulatory compliance, performance improvement methodologies, i.e., Lean, Six Sigma
• Proven record of clinical service excellence and substantial administrative leadership experience

Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification prior to starting employment

Based on specialty: Active Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and/or Active Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification prior to starting employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Health Administration, or Public Health from an accredited college or university
• One (1) or more years of experience providing medical care to underserved populations
• One (1) or more years of professional experience in an academic health care environment
• One (1) or more years of experience working in a public health system

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Thorough knowledge of management principles and practices

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance principles and guidelines

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to ensure the protection of the confidentiality and security of healthcare information for all patients

• Demonstrated attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with patients and staff in a culturally diverse work environment

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated clinical skills and facility with interpreting and analyzing information

• Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills

• Demonstrate attention to detail, consistency and patient-centeredness in decision making

• Demonstrate the ability to teach esp. multidisciplinary teams

• Demonstrate the ability to prepare annual reports, conduct budgetary planning and management of personnel

• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to innovation in the field and possess the leadership skills necessary to support faculty development and advance clinical and teaching missions

• Ability to assign, prioritize, review and evaluate the work of a variety of staff, vendors, and consultants

• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment

• Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged

• Ability to train by presenting concepts and demonstrating tasks

• Ability to perform accurate and reliable mathematical and budget estimates

• Demonstrate and value all patient safety practices

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

"Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belongings to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview".

• Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.