Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
Department: Administration
Reports To: Board of Directors
Salary Level: Dependent on Experience (DOE)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Approved By: Board of Directors
Approved Date: May 30, 2024
GOALS FOR POSITION: Specify goals for current year (goals are updated yearly)
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the development of a comprehensive Rural Health Care delivery system in cooperation with the Hoopa Tribal Leaders utilizing IHS and other funding resources, namely generated third-party revenue and grants. The work involves line management and operation of a comprehensive health care delivery organization including primary care, public health, dental, behavioral health, medication assisted treatment (MAT), ambulance, pharmacy, radiology, lab, specialties, referrals, support services, and more. Directs all functions of K'ima:w Medical Center health care programs in keeping with the overall policies established by the Governing Board, and in compliance with regulatory guidelines, in order that the strategic objectives of K’ima:w Medical Center can be attained; provides leadership and direction in ensuring the efficient, economical, and effective utilization of KMC resources to meet the identified needs of the service region through quality medical care and health service programs.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for the overall operation of the K'ima:w Medical Center Rural Ambulatory Care Facility and other KMC health care programs, the implementation of established policies, and liaison with the Governing Board, Departmental Managers, KMC Staff, Partnering Agencies and the community at large.
2. Ensures that the K'ima:w Medical Center is properly manned with qualified personnel and resources.
3. Strives to provide Indian preference in its hiring, staff development, and training program.
4. Establishes formal means of accountability from managers.
5. Oversee the preparation of reports for and attends meetings with the Governing Board regarding the total activities of KMC as well as legislative developments which will affect the provision of health care.
6. Informs and advises Governing Board regarding current trends, problems, and activities in health care to facilitate policymaking.
7. Recommends clinic policy positions to the Governing Board regarding legislation, government, administrative policy, and other matters of public policy.
8. Participates with the Governing Board in establishing strategic objectives for KMC based on the identified needs of the community.
9. Develop, implement, and evaluate the organization’s growth strategies
10. Participates and in establishing and revising long-range plans which support KMC's philosophy and general objectives.
11. Ensures and monitors a system of responsible accounting, including budget and internal controls.
12. Serves as chief negotiator for the K'ima:w Medical Center at all contract negotiations.
13. Serves as Incident Commander and lead communicator for all KMC-related emergencies unless otherwise delegated and agreed upon.
14. Responsible for all public relations activities for KMC.
15. Acts as liaison official with various state, county, and federal agencies for the K'ima:w Medical Center.
16. Must observe and adapt the local operation to Tribal, Federal, and State policies, regulations, rules, etc.
17. Tribal input is required in health care planning and must be considered in health care operation.
18. Must address the complexities that arise from the special and peculiar nature that Indian Tribes and reservations as sovereign nations present with state and local relationships on health and administrative matters on a continuing basis.
19. Serves as Special Projects Coordinator for the K'ima:w Medical Center.
20. These projects can range from identifying and securing new program development funds and preparing the necessary feasibility studies that are required for various projects.
21. Coordinates efforts of the Governing Board, Administration, Human Resources, and employees in the recruitment and retention of personnel.
22. Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies governing health care delivery and the rules of accrediting bodies by continually monitoring the clinic's operations, programs, and physical properties; Ensures compliance with staffing laws and regulations; Initiates changes where required.
23. Encourages integration of the clinic with the community through effective communication; provides an acceptable public relations program.
24. Delegates administrative responsibilities to associate administrators and managers.
25. Receives general supervision from the K’ima:w Medical Center Governing Board who makes final decisions on policy and overall Board objectives.
26. Within these parameters, uses initiative and innovation in developing methods and recommendations to achieve desired results.
27. Work results are reviewed for facilitation of the K'ima:w Medical Center's mission, goals and accomplishment of its objectives.
28. Evaluates financial performance areas for growth.
29. Maintains professional affiliations to enhance professional growth and remain current with the latest trends in hospital administration.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages 4-8 subordinate executives and/or directors who supervise a total of 1 to 25 employees in the Dental Clinic, Senior Nutrition, Medical Clinic, Nursing, Plant Operations, Emergency Services (Ambulance), Financial Department, Behavioral Health, MAT, and Pharmacy. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Also directly supervises administrative staff.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or competencies required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary responsibilities.
BASIC REQUIRED ABILITY:
PUBLIC RELATIONS/ADVANCED INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Addresses clients by name; smiles when talking to clients, physicians, peers, and families; answers the telephone courteously and promptly; identifies self and department when answering the telephone using pleasant voice tone/verbiage; possesses excellent listening skills; interacts with clients and peers.
ACCREDITATION RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for helping to prepare, achieve, and maintain accreditation by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Current accreditations include ambulatory health care, primary care medical home, and behavioral health and human services. By serving on the various performance improvement subcommittees individual employees are directly involved in the generation or modification of policies & procedures that enable KMC to provide continuously improving healthcare.
COOPERATION: Must be a self-starter; seeks solutions; accepts constructive criticism; willing to adjust to changes; loyal to K'ima:w Medical Center.
PROFESSIONALISM: Shows pride in personal appearance and grooming; displays a positive attitude about work; respects the confidentiality of clients; and is congenial with public and peers.
INITIATIVE: Willing to participate in continuing education programs; asks questions; contributes during staff meetings; serves on K'ima:w Medical Center committees as appointed; demonstrates a desire for self-improvement.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Knowledge of general theories, concepts, principles, techniques, and philosophies of managing and providing health care functions including Inpatient and outpatient care services, administrative services, and community health services in order to develop and maintain programs.
· Knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal management.
· Ability to combine, consolidate, and integrate all financial presentations of KMC.
· Demonstrated ability to communicate with people and organizations, both orally and in writing.
· Possess extremely strong human relations skills.
· Maintains integrity at all times and always makes choices based upon what is best for the organization
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Master’s Degree (Doctorate preferred) in hospital/clinic administration, public health administration, medical field, or related fields such as business or public administration. Training and/or coursework in health care administration; and at least five years executive or director level experience in health care administration with Native American Programs.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current CPR Certificate or obtain within 30 days of employment.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
CONFIDENTIALITY: Employee must be aware of and adhere to K'ima:w Medical Center's Confidentiality Policy and deals appropriately with patient confidentiality at all times.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Employee is subject to base line and random drug testing per the Hoopa Tribal Drug & Alcohol Fit for Duty Policy. Employee will serve a 90-day introductory period. Employee is subject to introductory and annual performance evaluations. Preference will be given to qualified Indian applicants pursuant to the Tribe's TERO Ordinance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in travel status (out of local area). The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ANNUAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: At a minimum Employee is required to be certified for the following training 1) CPR Certification and 2) Health Stream.
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Employee's Signature Date
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Board Chairman’s Signature Date
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Human Resource’s Signature Date
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $146,000.00 - $186,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Executive or Director: 5 years (Required)
- Health Care Administration: 5 years (Required)
- Native American Programs: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person