Job Description:

Position Description & Summary

The Director will be responsible for the leadership and comprehensive management of the Student Health Center, including the provision of supervisory and administrative oversight of staff, clinical services, and outreach initiatives. The Director will work closely and collaboratively with other departments, stakeholders, and members of the Fairfield University community in order to effectively support the overall health of the undergraduate student population at Fairfield University. The Director will ensure that all ethical, legal, and clinical expectations are met relative to medical services, EMR management, and risk-management. The Director will also plan, implement, and refine SHC policies, procedures, and services. The Director will be responsible for the articulation and implementation of a strategic vision that will address the medical and health needs of individual students, while also guiding and shaping public health-related initiatives across campus. The Director will be responsible for maintaining AAAHC Accreditation (Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care) and Connecticut State Department of Health licensure as an Outpatient Clinic.

Reports To: Assistant Vice President- Health & Wellness

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required: Masters in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice. APRN strongly preferred. MD, DO, or DNP will be considered.

LICENSURE/ACCREDITATION:

CT Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license

ANCC Accreditation (or equivalent) as an Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner

Licensure as MD or DO in the State of CT

CPR certification is required

EXPERIENCE: Licensed in the State of Connecticut or Licensed Eligible

• Demonstrated expertise in the developmental aspects of young-adulthood, experience working with college student population, broad program planning and implementation preferred

• Six to eight years of medical, nursing or health-related experience, five of which must be administrative experience

• Demonstrated evidence of progressive increase in leadership responsibilities within a clinical setting

• Excellent verbal, written, and supervisory skills

• Experience working within a primary care setting, Urgent Care Setting, or Emergency Room setting. Experience in a university health setting preferred.

• Possess understanding and appreciation of the Jesuit mission of the University and associated healthcare implications

• Extensive knowledge of electronic medical records systems and quality assurance practices

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administration:

Administers the SHC in a manner that ensures the provision of high-quality health services and that fulfills the SHC mission, goals and objectives. This involves:

• Serving as Laboratory Director for the SHC CLIA registered laboratory (“Provider Performed Microscopy” laboratory level)

• Ensuring professional confidentiality and that the SHC follows all aspects of FERPA regulations and state statutes

• Ensuring compliance of state and federal health regulations

• Obtaining and maintaining student immunization records in alignment with CT Department of Public Health mandatory immunization requirements for college entrance

• Assuring the SHC meets all Outpatient Clinic Licensure standards required by the CT Department of Public Health

• Assuring the SHC meets all accreditation standards required by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC)

• Plan and develop the SHC policies, procedures, services and programs

• Work collaboratively with the SHC Governing Body Committee members to meet the charge of the SHC Governing Body

• Lead the SHC Quality Management and Improvement Program.

• Oversee the SHC Quality Improvement Committee and participate in the development of the SHC Quality Improvement activities and studies

• Oversee the SHC Risk Management Committee and participate in the development and maintenance of the SHC Risk Management Program which is designed to protect the life and welfare of the SHC’s patients and employees

• Develop and evaluate scenario based, quarterly fire and emergency drills for SHC staff

Professional Practice:

Responsible for working closely with the SHC Medical Director and clinicians to provide high quality health care services in accordance with the principles of professional practice and ethical conduct. This includes appropriate oversight of and attention to:

• Health care is provided consistent with the standard of care including:

• Clinical assessments, diagnoses and treatment plans

• Safe injection practices

• Ordering and performing laboratory testing

• Maintaining thorough and accurate clinical records

• Maintaining confidentiality

• Ordering and managing pharmaceuticals

• Working collaboratively with colleagues in the management of complex student health problems

• Overseeing the management and follow through regarding student medical emergencies and working with the CT State Department of Public Health in the management of reportable infectious diseases

• Remaining abreast of changes in the legal, technological and ethical aspects of the health-related field

• Identifying improvements to existing programs and services and developing resolutions.

Campus Resource:

The Student Health Center (SHC) Director implements, plans and develops the SHC as an important campus partner. This involves:

• Developing and maintaining information systems for reporting relevant student health service data

• Compiling relevant data on the effectiveness, utilization and application of SHC services, and submitting an annual report on these metrics to the University Student Life administration

• Offering consultation, coordination and support to campus partners on health-related issues or activities including the Department of Residence Life, Counseling & Psychological Services, Office of Accessibility, Dean of Students, Public Safety, Dining Services, etc.

• Acting as the coordinator, with appropriate authorities, on issues related to public health (i.e. communicable diseases) and developing institutional responses, as needed.

• Promoting wellness education for students in the context of individual student clinical visits and campus community health education outreach initiatives

• Serve as an integral member of the Fairfield University CARE Team and the Parking Exception Request Review Team

Personnel:

Manages the Student Health Center staff. This involves:

• Vetting, hiring and evaluating staff

• Monitoring staff credentials

• Managing an effective departmental workflow

• Orienting and training staff on policies, procedures, service applications, and current best practices in the provision of outpatient healthcare within a university setting

• Communicating effectively with staff concerning pertinent departmental and University matters

• Making recommendations toward selection of the SHC Medical Director; assisting in contract negotiations and overseeing the care provided

Professional Development:

Participates in the professional development of the department and division.

This involves:

• Monitoring developments in health care through the attendance at workshops and seminars and in the reading of professional literature

• Fostering an environment of trust and caring necessary within a medical facility

• Promoting an image of efficiency, confidentiality, and courtesy throughout the University community, promoting an image consistent with the SHC/University mission

• Overseeing the development, documentation and implementation of staff educational programs, seminars and training sessions

Safety:

Promotes safe and secure working conditions. This involves:

• Promoting the proper utilization of staff, equipment and materials

• Reporting immediately to supervisor any unsafe working conditions

• Assuring compliance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen training requirements for staff

• Assuring staff compliance with the SHC Respiratory Protection Program

Financial Management:

Responsible for the application of a budget. This involves:

• Planning for and projecting the annual budgetary needs of the upcoming fiscal year

• Budgeting, overseeing and approving the departmental expenditures throughout the fiscal year

• Compiling and submitting capital budget requests necessary to keep department current with technological requirements

Performs other duties as directed or dictated by responsibilities.

Duties may change and/or be added at any time.

Other:

Required Hours: Regular office hours are 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday, excluding national and University-recognized holidays. Regular hours may vary occasionally in response to emergent clinical need and/or after-hours on-call coverage. This is a 12-month position.

See below to learn more about Fairfield University:

https://www.fairfield.edu/about/offices-and-departments/human-resources/work-at-fairfield/index.html

Category:

Student Life - Admin Academic Year

Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

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The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

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