The incumbent serves as the Assistant Chief of Health Information Management (ACHIM). This position reports to the Chief of Health Information Management (CHIM). Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• The incumbent serves as the Assistant Chief of Health Information Management (ACHIM) in a medical facility of high complexity (level 1), with responsibility for the supervision of all HIM functions. Incumbent is charged with full responsibility, both technical and administrative, for the daily operation of the HIM department which consists of all functions of health record activities related to coding, health record documentation analysis, transcription/speech recognition, release of information, file room/scanning programs, and health information exchange.
• Provides expertise, guidance and direction and has responsibilities relative to providing supervision, administrative support, coordination, and technical assistance in the planning, development and maintenance of an effective, comprehensive, and integrated HIM Program at this Medical Center.
• Assists the Chief of Health Information Management (CHIM) in the planning, directing, policy making, organizing and controlling the activities of this department and serves as acting CHIM in the absence of the CHIM.
• In conjunction with the CHIM responsible for collecting and processing data for various reports, surveys, and research projects.
• Responsible for assisting physicians and other health professionals in obtaining health record information to be used in research projects.
• Advises on what material is available, how it may be obtained and the uses that can be made of the information while protecting the confidentiality of the record.
• Aids in a variety of projects and is responsible for screening, abstracting and tallying data from records and computer generated reports.
• Serves as a consultant to provide guidance and advise researchers on methods for gathering data.
• Assists in selected miscellaneous retrospective health record review/data abstraction projects to support medical center Quality Management data collection activities.
• Provides technical guidance to the unit supervisors and lead clerks while providing support to each unit in the absence of the section supervisor.
• Provides expertise in the area of subpoenas, court orders, advance directives, and general release of information, as well as other medico-legal issues.
• Responsible for keeping abreast of changes that are constantly being made in the health information field as well as allied medical fields and applying the information and knowledge gathered to the operations of the hospital.
• Participates in various facility, VISN and national committees requiring health information management subject matter expertise.
• The incumbent shares responsibility with the CHIM for collecting and processing data for various reports, surveys, and research projects; for preparing reports and recommendations for review and consideration by the Chief of HIMS.
• Responsible for assisting physicians and other health professionals in obtaining health record information to be used in research projects. Advises on what material is available.
• Provides effective audits and monitors for all areas of responsibility, assuring that accurate and timely data is processed by all employees. Reviews work accomplished and assesses quality, quantity, accuracy and timeliness of work produced by each employee. Ascertains problems encountered and takes corrective action.
• Develops performance standards and conducts performance evaluations. Develops and conducts competency assessments. Responsible for carrying out established personnel functions and practices. Keeps employees informed about important aspects of personnel management programs. Formulates and initiates performance standards. Interviews prospective employees, recommends selection, and carries out training and development of assignments, awards or disciplinary action.
• Is a subject matter expert on 0675 and 0669 qualification standards and how to appropriately apply them. Provides administrative support to other HIM Supervisors/Leads by aiding in the selection, training and evaluation of section employees. Provides technical guidance to the unit supervisors and lead clerks while providing support to each unit in the absence of the section supervisor.
• Work is of an analytical, evaluative, and creative nature, and incumbent is responsible for keeping abreast of constant changes in the health information field as well as allied medical fields and applying the information and knowledge gathered to the operations of the hospital.

If selected for this position you will serve as a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, and your duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform all supervisory functions over federal employees (approve leave, conduct performance reviews, monitor and redistribute work, train and coach staff, etc.).
• Provide recommendations to NIH managers and supervisors in assigned servicing areas on matters involving a broad range of complex, sensitive, and/or controversial Human Resources issues.
• Propose and develop new or revised external policies, practices, or programs to deal with various recruitment issues.
• Research, define, and document best practices regarding external recruitment techniques in both the Federal and private sectors.
• Participate in management meetings to discuss organizational changes, turnover, changes in skills requirements, position allocations/ authorizations, and other issues impacting recruitment programs.
• Provide expert advice on major organizational planning issues, such as the expected impact of reductions in work force, reorganizations, or other mass changes or situations involving a broad perspective on complex, interrelated actions.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Subject matter expert on all finance across the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System.
• Responsible for establishing and administering an integrated system of financial staff services, which contribute to efficient and effective management controls over the facility's operations and require complex analysis of essential statistical data that facilitates decision making by executive leadership.
• Responsible for maintaining, tracking, reconciling budgeting, accounting, various programs and activities, and analytical reporting of managerial financing and essential statistical data for executive leadership.
• Actively participates in both short and long term planning activities, and in this capacity influences decisions and actions that involve a broad scope of programs and overall policies and procedures of the medical center.
• Plans and conducts studies to determine the requirement for updated financial information. Prepares reports from a variety of sources identifying problem areas and containing analysis and recommendations for improvement.
• Oversees progress and administers accounting systems designed to track, reconcile and report on agency administered programs and/or appropriations for which the agency has legislative oversight responsibility.
• Validates a variety of accounting data that is entered into the schedules and accounts, this includes evaluating, interpreting, implementing operational ledger management and interrelated tasks that involve administering, categorizing, and organizing accounting and financial transactions.
• Coordinates and oversees financial audits of accounts and financial records to certify or attest that financial statements fairly represent the financial position as of a predetermined date.
• Ensures that payroll operates in accordance with established policies and procedures.

FUNCTIONS:

• PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

1. Works for and/or in the absence of the Deputy Chief Consultant PBM/CMOP in planning, organizing and overseeing the activities of the national VA CMOP facility network, ensuring that the organizational elements comply with legal and regulatory requirements such that the mail prescription needs of veteran patients are appropriately met.
2. Contributes to developing goals, objectives business plans for VA CMOP program that support VA PBM national pharmacy program goals and objectives for the VA CMOP Program when participating on the National CMOP Advisory Board or VA PBM planning meetings.
3. Recommends, revises and/or reviews national VA CMOP program policies, procedures, mission objectives and organization design for staff and facilities to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishment, promote team building, implement quality improvements, or in response to concerns associated with regulatory compliance and/or customer needs.

• ADMINISTRATIVE/CLINICAL

1. Represents the National VA CMOP program and the VA for and/or in the absence of the Deputy Chief Consultant PBM/CMOP, both internally and externally as a spokesperson who interacts with a wide variety of VA personnel and private sector individuals as well as effectively communicating verbally and in writing with a variety or representatives from local organizations, industry, educational institutions, national organizations or other federal agencies.
2. Meets with key constituents, customers and coordinating officials to assess the level of service satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedure as well as taking action to appropriately resolve any significant problems that arise.
3. Assists the Deputy Chief Consultant PBM/CMOP in the completion of National CMOP program cost analysis, productivity reviews, establishment of a capital investment programs, monitoring of outsourcing and privatization studies including work measurement and other reviews or studies which contribute to the management of the program.

• RESEARCH

1. Provides leadership support for research initiatives that facilitate the identification and analysis of national healthcare trends that impact/could impact on the national VA CMOP program and provides appropriately detailed responses to local, VISN and national level inquiries, when needed.
2. Researches and detem1ines or recommends appropriate actions or interpretations of issues that impact the National VA CMOP program, the activities of the VA PBM or the agency.

• CUSTOMER SERVICE

1. Relationships with management, co-workers, host sites, patients, and the general public are consistently courteous, respectful and cooperative in nature.
2. Employee will display a cooperative and professional attitude and will effectively work together to implement the organization's mission and goals.
3. Employee will ensure productivity and dispensing accuracy are maintained at the established level.
4. Tracks problems to resolution or ensures that the problem is referred to the proper individual for resolution.

As the VISN 22 VA Health Connect Clinical Contact Center (CCC) Chief Nurse you will report directly to the VA Health Connect CCC Director. The Clinical Contact Center Chief Nurse will provide executive leadership and direct supervision to the Nurse Managers over the Clinical Contact Center nursing staff and other employees as assigned. Assesses, plans, and evaluates the processes and daily operations of the Clinical Contact Center, collaborating with the Nurse Managers and administrative and clinical leaders within the VISN (e.g. from Clinical Contact Centers and Tele Emergency Care), at the medical centers where patients are assigned (e.g. from Primary Care, Emergency Medicine, and Specialty Care), and with Program Offices (e.g. Homeless Program, Veterans Crisis Line) to design and implement interdisciplinary programs and processes within the service.

Chief, Clinical Contact Center is responsible for:

• Assessing and recommending the allocation of human and material resources, in determining staffing levels, managing overtime, and plays a significant role in the recruitment and retention of staff.
• Ensure competency assessment meets the learning needs of nursing staff and are completed on each employee annually.
• Reviews Clinical Contact Center Data, quality assurance findings, and business operations data related to nursing and clinical operations for trends and early intervention; formulates follow-up plans with stakeholders within and outside of the VISN.
• Evaluates findings from VISN Clinical Contact Center Quality Assurance Program and collaborates with both administrative and clinical services to monitor quality and safety within the service and during transitions in care to the medical centers.
• Functions as facilitator in implementing action plans and performance and process improvement strategies at services for follow up to include regular progress reports.
• Performance improvement projects may be co-led with leaders from medical centers.
• Promotes evidence-based practice designed to validate and/or improve patient care and health care delivery.
• Acts as a liaison with the nursing leaders in Offices of Nursing Services, Office of Integrated Veterans Care (IVC) and the Office of Nursing Services to address issues related to nursing as needed.

• Chief Nurse experience preferred
• Three plus years of experience in Emergency, Critical Care or Call Center leadership preferred
• Doctorate degree with Evidence Based Practice experience is a plus

Note: This is a DETAIL/TEMPORARY appointment (not to exceed 120 days). Supervisor approval in writing is required before starting if selected and you will return to you position at the conclusion of the detail/temporary assignment.

This announcement will close on 11/18/2024. The initial application review cut-off for this job announcement is 50 applications. The first 50 applications received will be considered first. Applications received after the initial cut-off number (50 applications) may not receive consideration unless otherwise requested by management.

Duties

• Incumbent serves as a member of the VACO General Post Fund Review Committee which reviews and approves the distribution of available resources to the field facilities.
• Provides program and technical support to Central Office, regional offices and medical center directors to maintain a high level of program activity.
• Supervises research and special projects directed towards utilizing information and data from the system to maintain and expand the program.
• Develops, coordinates and evaluates the training program required to operate the program successfully.
• Identifies the training needs and develops appropriate training experiences; and determines to what extent training improves performance.
• Develops guidelines and resource material to support institutionalizing methods in which VA can receive and act on VSO resolutions and other Issues in an expeditious and organized fashion.
• Serves as the principal representative, staff advisor and points of contact with Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) for the Under Secretary for Health.
• Develops, administers and coordinates a variety of organizational and operational issues that impact the work of the Voluntary Service Office.
• Develops guidelines and resource material to support institutionalizing methods in which VA can receive and act on VSO resolutions and other Issues in an expeditious and organized fashion.
• Serves as a member of the VA Central Office (VACO) General Post Fund Review Committee, which reviews and approves the distribution of available resources to the field facilities.
• Provides program and technical support to VACO, regional offices and medical center directors to maintain a high level of program activity.
• Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:

The incumbent practices in The Education Service Line as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) IV. They provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness, and advancing the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The APN IV executes leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross services and/or disciplines and influence the organization's mission and health care. The APN IV practices to the full extent of their education, training, and certification.

FUNCTIONS OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:

The Chief APN IV is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who is a senior level leader. This position has extensive knowledge of Office of Academic Affiliation Policies and Procedures and responsible for maintaining compliance and accreditation for the Health Care System

Executive leadership characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross services and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and health care. The APN IV is responsible for leadership of service and programmatic operations, both clinical and administrative. They function as an administrator, educator, and consultant in collaboration with all clinical services/programs at the facility or network level, interdisciplinary service leaders, and executive leadership. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with all levels of medical center personnel and relates effectively with customers, families, and the community.

The APN IV (1) Assists Nurse leaders, APNs, and interdisciplinary clinicians in carrying out the functions and activities expected of them, (2) Contributes ideas and recommendations for the establishment of standards of care, policies, and objectives for the enhancement of clinical practice, (3) Leads and collaborates in policy-making activities as related to customer service and the overall functioning of administrative and clinical programs, and (4) Collaborates with other health care staff to establish and maintain programs that cross services and/or disciplines that influence organizational mission and health care.

DIMENSIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE:

PRACTICE: Demonstrates expert clinical skills and the ability to analyze complex medical issues in a leadership role at the program/service level or above.
Expectations:
1. Provides executive input in the strategic plan, budget, mission, operations, and policy development for local and network efforts.
2. Utilizes current trends and relevant theories in an analytical framework to design, implement, and measure integrated programs and activities to achieve clinical and administrative goals.
3. Evaluates outcomes against strategic priorities.
4. Demonstrates substantial and continuous responsibility for directing and managing an integrated service/program.
5. Serves as a consultant to medical center staff and the greater community in areas of expertise.
6. Demonstrates grade-appropriate, consistent critical thinking skills.

OUTCOME FOCUS: Evaluates the care delivery system from the service level and beyond; leading and implementing projects that improve the delivery of care at the program/service level or above.
Expectations
1. Identifies outcomes that can be improved and leads the performance improvement process to enhance and/or sustain clinical and administrative outcomes.
2. Identifies, develops, and/or initiates programs to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
3. Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and review/revision of policies, protocols, procedures, standards of care, competencies and privileges for complex and diverse integrated programs and evaluates operational outcomes.
4. Utilizes a variety of evaluation strategies to define the overall effectiveness and outcomes of applications, software, and hardware.
5. Identifies performance improvement opportunities and initiates/leads quality improvement teams to collect data, analyze results, and design practice changes to improve outcomes.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (subject to change based on agency needs)
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

-Serves as Chief of Health Information Management (CHIM) with full program responsibility for all facets of the Health Information Management (HIM) program and processes. Must ensure HIM program meets and/or exceed national HIM policies, procedures, and performance metrics. Responsible for the administrative management of health records, which includes planning, managing, advising, and directing the health information program in accordance with applicable Federal laws, facility by-laws, VHA policy, The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), and other regulatory and accrediting agency standards.

-Responsible for all facets of health records management for the facility ensuring maintenance of complete, accurate, timely, clinically-pertinent, and readily-accessible patient health records, which contain sufficient recorded information to serve as a basis to plan patient care, support diagnoses, warrant treatment, measure outcomes, support education and facilitate performance improvement processes and legal requirements. Develops policies, processes, and procedures that address all VA, Federal, regulatory, and accrediting requirements for HIM.

-Provides detailed technical expertise in health records science and other very technical aspects of HIM. Maintains all health information input into the local VistA database and assures timely transmission of that data into all VA centralized databases - most frequently those maintained at the Austin Data Processing Center. Must assure that all health information that is coded and abstracted meets the requirements of the VA and/or TJC and is consistent with professional health records standards.

-Clinical support role: Serves as a key advisor to the Chief of Staff, Executive Management, and clinicians and is responsible for providing technical guidance on health information issues such as documentation requirements, liability issues, advance directives, informed consent, release of information, transcription/speech recognition, health information exchange, etc.

-Completes internal quality assurance reviews to ensure employee performance and that work meets quality and quantity standards. Establishes monitors to ensure the timeliness of health record entries and reports findings with subsequent trending of data.

-Serves as a key member of the Quality Improvement (QI) team, works closely with QI personnel, and is responsible for assuring that the facility is compliant with all TJC standards regarding health information.

-Assures that all patients have a complete, accurate, and timely record of their health care at the facility. Must assure that such information is appropriately stored and readily available for the provision of medical services to the patients.

-Responsible for leading the automation of all health information systems. Working closely with Information Technology (IT) and Clinical Informatics, the incumbent must guide the automation of health record documentation, health record tracking, and physician incomplete record tracking.

-Conducts training programs in various areas health information management, such as medical terminology, health record documentation, release of information, medico-legal matters, speech recognition/transcription, scanning, medical coding, clinical documentation improvement, and health information exchange. Responsible for establishing formal affiliation with university programs in health information and precepting students from such programs.

-Provides direct support to Regional Counsel. As necessary, incumbent will provide consultation services to members of the Counsel's staff in areas dealing with health information. Actively participates at national and VISN levels as a resource person on health information matters. Participates in facility or VISN research activities related to health information and electronic health record (EHR) issues. Provides full support to accomplish VHA Central Office HIM Program Office strategic goals and objectives.

-CHIM at this level has the full complement of HIM supervisory responsibility including coding, record completion, file room, scanning, release of information, and transcription and which consists of a mixture of HT38 (675 and 669) and T5 positions. May also oversee the facility Records Manager. Incumbent is responsible for directing the operations of all personnel working within the HIM program and is regularly involved in labor relations and budget management. Participates in the recruitment, interview, selection, and orientation process of all HIM positions.

Work Schedule: M-F; 08:00AM-4:30 PM MST
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 55604-0
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

• Implements and sustains a comprehensive quality assurance and patient safety programs.
• Leads, develops and manages strategies for measurement aligned with external and internal benchmarks and standards of quality, patient safety, patient experience and risk management.
• Aligns activities, policies, process guidance and analysis (measurement, review, examination) with accreditation standards for quality, patient safety, patient experience, and risk management defined by TJC and AAAHC and industry recognized best practices from reputable sources.
• Develops work plans and performance evaluation criteria; ensures subordinates achieve Agency goals. Provides management direction and leadership under the general direction of the Office Director. Provides leadership, guidance, and direction for the IHS programs supporting and ensuring quality assurance, compliance, patient safety, and risk management. Formulates budget requests and develops related supporting justification narratives to meet program objectives of ensuring consistently high quality in all IHS clinical operations.
• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work; Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees; Evaluate work performance of subordinates; Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to employees, and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager; Interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment; Hears and resolves complaints from employees, refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager; Effects minor disciplinary measure of warnings and reprimands, and recommends other action in more serious cases; Identifies
  developmental and training needs of employees, provides or arranges for needed development and training; Finds ways to improve

Job Summary:

The Program Management Director will support a large USAID global health security (GHS) project, managing cross-functional teams from award through close-out. Provides overall strategic direction for project management support including plans to determine technical implementation, activity scheduling, budget, procedures, staffing, and allotment of resources needed for projects. Identifies specialized partnership needs, engages qualified partners to ensure technical performance. Contributes project experience and learning to global thought leadership initiatives in specific area of technical specialization. Plans and directs schedules and monitors budget/spending. Organizes interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the project on schedule and within budget constraints. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure efficient project implementation. This position will report to the Project Director and act as their backup.This position is contingent upon successful award.

Accountabilities:

• Provide support to the Project Director to ensure the project is implemented in an efficient, compliant, timely and results-oriented manner.
• Serves as the program and country management technical lead and key point of contact for the prime implementing organization on a large project.
• Oversees country programs, working closely with Country Directors, Technical Director, and technical leads to ensure smooth project implementation, tracks performance against project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables.
• Establishes work plans, project teams, and SOPs to meet project goals and ensure compliance with organizational and donor policies.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities, in coordination with the Technical and Strategic Information Director, to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
• Coordinate the provision of technical and management support to established country programs to ensure timely achievement of project objectives and deliverables, e.g. managing employee and consultant hiring process including recruitment, interviewing, and development of solicitations and scopes of work.
• Manage, implement, and monitor systems, services, staff, and budgets to achieve financial, administrative and project goals.
• Provide timely and accurate project reports to FHI 360 and donors, as required.
• Works closely with the Finance Director to develop, review, and monitor approved budgets.
• Identify, escalate and mitigate programmatic and financial risk across the award, including through all subagreements/contracts.
• Oversees execution and management of subs throughout the life of project.
• Ensure compliance with FHI 360 procurement and financial reporting procedures by field-based programs and serving as a resource to field finance and administrative staff on procurement and payment procedures.
• Ensures high quality technical deliverables—including workplans and annual reports—are developed, submitted and approved on schedule and within budget parameters.
• Develops and implements processes and procedures to achieve strategic goals of the project.
• Provides direction to ensure technical activities are compliant with client agreements, government regulations and the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Responds to client requests and questions on project matters and ensures timely drafts and submissions of consents, approvals and/or waivers.
• Recruits, orients, and supervises project staff to support project and ensure the completion of programmatic and workforce planning needs are met and achieved.
• Provide leadership to staff to ensure the development of timely, high quality and regulation compliant reporting per FHI 360 and donor guidelines.
• Provide supportive guidance and supervision to staff, and managers who are charged to implement projects within the assigned area of expertise.
• Collaborate with cross functional groups on matters concerning staff development that leverages international staff to mentor local staff, so as to maintain project accountability and scale in the short term and fast track capacity building for the long term.
• Support performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Effective strategic planning, project evaluation and project management skills.
• Strong business acumen, staff development, management, and reporting experience.
• Strong consultative and negotiation skills.
• Operations management, corporate policies, compliance, and procedures oversight experience.
• Demonstrated public relations and diplomacy skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to speak the country’s language.
• Ability to build positive local working relationships with local communities, district government officials, UN and where appropriate, donor representatives.
• Ability to analyze and establish effective and supportive cross- project coordination, organizational procedures, and management systems.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Decisions and actions have a significant impact on management and operations.
• Problems encountered are moderate to complex and highly varied.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of projects.
• Exercises judgment to meet business strategies and develops objectives that align with organizational goals.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Assists in setting goals and budgets for projects and leads the country in achieving strategic goals.
• Leads coordination for fundraising planning and implementing strategies to increase private donor giving.
• Leads coordination of resources for ongoing projects across functional areas and addresses/ resolves issues.
• Typically reports to a Project Director.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in Business Administration, Public Health, Social Sciences or Related Field.
• Project Management (PM) Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Typically requires a minimum of 12+ years of relevant experience in managing USG projects, specifically USAID, management of GHS projects, and donor, sub-, and partner management.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Proficient with applicable rules, regulations, and policies associated with international development and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• 10% - 25%

The expected hiring salary range for this role is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget. 

Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

Hiring Salary Range: $128,000 - $183,000

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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Job Description

INTRODUCTION:

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Data Engineering to join our team and drive our data transformation. This is an exciting opportunity for a data enthusiast who is passionate about working with cutting-edge technologies, developing large scale data solutions for the fitness industry, and broadening their skill set within an organization that values continuous learning and innovation.
 

As the Director of Data Engineering, you will play a key role in managing and evolving our Azure-based data infrastructure, developing strategic data initiatives, and working closely with our existing Director of Data Warehousing to optimize and build upon our data-driven decision-making processes. Your outstanding communication skills will be pivotal in bridging the gap between the technical and business worlds, ensuring that complex data challenges are clearly communicated and efficiently addressed.
 

As our Director of Data Engineering, you will step into a significant role where you can drive change, promote innovation, and work in partnership with our talented data warehousing team. We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where you can continuously learn, grow, and lead us on our journey to become a data-driven fitness industry leader. We can't wait to see the incredible things we can achieve together.
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic vision for the data engineering function that aligns with the company's broader objectives.
• Work closely with the Director of Data Warehousing to ensure the design, development, and maintenance of our Azure-based data warehouse (Synapse) meets and exceeds business needs.
• Implement efficient data processing systems using Azure Data Factory, and oversee the development of high-performance data pipelines that ensure data quality and integrity.
• Collaborate with various organizational leaders and stakeholders to deliver precise data solutions that address their unique needs.
• Guide the optimization of ETL processes and work alongside the data warehousing team to steer our journey toward a more data-driven future.
• Foster a data-driven culture within the organization and advocate for the use of data and analytics in decision-making across all levels.
• Lead and mentor a dynamic data engineering team, promoting a culture of continuous innovation and providing opportunities for professional development.
• Oversee the development and implementation of data governance and privacy policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and legal requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in data engineering, and introduce cutting-edge innovations into our practices.
• Use your strong English communication skills to clearly articulate our data strategy to stakeholders and senior management, and dive into the heart of data challenges to resolve them efficiently.
   

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience (less years required with advanced degrees), with at least 5 years of managerial experience.
• Exceptional written and oral communication when interacting with audiences of both technical and non-technical backgrounds.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale data warehouses and ETL processes.
• Exceptional knowledge of Azure technologies, including but not limited to Synapse, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI, and a commitment to staying current with Azure's latest products and services.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and other data manipulation languages.
• Deep understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and performance tuning.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team towards success.
• Superior English communication skills, capable of addressing complex data challenges clearly and efficiently to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent strategic planning and project management skills.
• Current knowledge of data privacy regulations and best practices.
   

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Purpose led company with a Values focused culture – Best Life, One Team, Growth Mindset
• Time Off – with our open PTO policy, you pick when you want time off when it’s best for you!
• Days of Disconnect – once a quarter, we take a collective breather and enjoy a day off together around the globe. #oneteam
• Parental & Pawternity Leave – we offer leave for when your family grows by two feet or four paws!
• Fitness Perk – we are committed to meeting you wherever you are in your fitness journey with a quarterly reimbursement
• Discounts – access to discounts with our partners, such as Dell, Microsoft & many more.
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• EAP – we get you help when you need it. Period.
• Calm App +4 – enjoy tranquility with a Calm App subscription for you and up to 4 dependents over the age of 16
• And more! – so many benefits we couldn’t even fit them all here!

We’re committed to diversity and passion, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick all the listed skillsets!

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only and based on employees in the United States and may be different in other countries. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and location, as well as market and business considerations. Our pay range for U.S. based candidates for this position is $150,000-- $215,000 USD annually. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only and based on employees in Canada and may be different in other countries. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and location, as well as market and business considerations. Our pay range for Canada based candidates for this position is $140,500-- $195,100 CAD annually. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

ABC’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUALITY, BELONGING AND INCLUSION:
ABC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our clients and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. ABC leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to diversity, equality, belonging and inclusion at abcfitness.com

ABOUT ABC:

ABC Fitness (abcfitness.com) is the premier provider of software and related services for the fitness industry and has built a reputation for excellence in support for clubs and their members. ABC is the trusted provider to boost performance and create a total fitness experience for over 31 million members of clubs of all sizes whether a multi-location chain, franchise or an independent gym.
Founded in 1981, ABC helps over 24,000 gyms and health clubs globally perform better and more profitably offering a comprehensive SaaS club management solution that enables club operators to achieve optimal performance. ABC Fitness is a Thoma Bravo portfolio company, a private equity firm focused on investing in software and technology companies (thomabravo.com). #LI-REMOTE 

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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Job Description

What You'll Do

• Provides medical oversight and expertise in appropriateness and medical necessity of healthcare services provided to Plan members.

• Conducts retrospective reviews of claims and appeals and resolves grievances related to medical quality of care.

• Evaluates authorization requests in timely support of nurse reviewers; reviews cases requiring concurrent review, and manages the denial process.

• Educates and interacts with network and group providers and medical managers regarding utilization practices, guideline usage, pharmacy utilization and effective resource management.

• Facilitates conformance to Medicare, Medicaid, NCQA and other regulatory requirements.

• Reviews quality referred issues, focused reviews and recommends corrective actions.

• Develops and implements plan medical policies

• Supports population health

• Monitors appropriate care and services through continuum among hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and home care to ensure quality, cost-efficiency and continuity of care.

• Ensures that medical decisions are rendered by qualified medical personnel, not influenced by fiscal or administrative management considerations, and that the care provided meets the standards for acceptable medical care.

• Ensures that medical protocols and rules of conduct for plan medical personnel are followed.

• Provides clinical expertise in support for quality improvement, sales, account, technology, investment and community engagement activities.

• Works with Contracting Department in contract negotiation.

What You'll Bring (Hiring Requirements):

• MD or DO in Psychiatry from an accredited medical school and completion of a residency training program.

• 10+ years of experience in the related field.

• Current North Carolina medical license and/or Board certification in ABMS/AOA recognized specialty is advanced.

• Occasional weekend work may be required.

ROLE SUMMARY

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

ROLE SUMMARY

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Oncology Solutions Acct Director (OSAD) is a Customer-Facing colleague and integrated cross-functionally into the KAM Region they support.  The individual in this role will work across a broad, multi-disciplinary group of regional account stakeholders to develop patient-driven solutions, creating opportunities for Pfizer Oncology portfolio products within key accounts across the community, academic and IDN Oncology Service Line segments, with a particular focus on those with scale, resources and orientation toward population health.

The majority of the OSAD’s time will be working directly with customers, KAMs, cKAMs, and Commercial Dx teammates to develop deep customer insights to:

• Advance simple, efficient, & effective execution of population health solutions
• Drive scalability and acceleration of similar engagements at other accounts (across their region and their team into other regions)
• Evolve brand & disease state approach

Specifically, the OSAD in Oncology uniquely must also help take on account management commitments across an Oncology portfolio of unprecedented size that now span more than 15 products and more than 8 therapeutic areas, requiring a division in scope.  While Oncology KAMs retain their role as primary relationship managers of key Oncology accounts for the full portfolio, communicators on oral contracts, and owners of breast cancer (mBC), GU cancer (aPC – CSPC, mUCC) and hematology (multiple myeloma); the OSAD role will be focused in several areas

• Take primary accountability for Lung Cancer, mRCC, mCRPC, and Melanoma
• Advanced precision medicine initiatives
• Innovating in approaches to impacting duration of therapy with accounts (can include supporting breast and bladder efforts)
• Mastering SDoH and health equity space to develop SOC adoption/guideline concordant care opportunities at accounts

The OSAD will have the capacity and capabilities to advance the most innovative engagement with Oncology accounts, but with a focus on the above.  Internal stakeholder collaboration includes, but is not limited to Portfolio Marketing, Advocacy and Prof Relations team, Brand Marketing, HIT Colleagues, KAM leadership, KAM Enablement, Legal, Compliance, Medical, Procurement, and Digital.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accelerate and optimize oncology provider engagement via account-based solutions engagement to drive incremental value for the customer, Pfizer, and the patient
• Work with the Account Collaboration Team (ACT) and organized oncology providers to provide patient driven solutions that support mutually aligned goals for the customer and Pfizer – with a focus on duration of therapy, precision medicine and health equity
• Work with the ACT and the customer in developing an optimal plan for effectively implementing, communicating and improving patient care that is aligned to appropriate goals and KPIs and customers capabilities
• Ensure progress toward customer goals is monitored and plans are adjusted accordingly to ensure impact is established and sustained
• Core insight generation for the Region that informs strategy and optimizes execution and customer engagement
• Identify effective relevant patient management strategies being implemented by Key Accounts that could be spotlighted & replicated at other accounts
• Sharing of best practices across the region on the use of Brand and account management resources that appropriately advances and accelerates customer initiatives
• Act as the voice of the customer and advisory team accountable to the Lung, RCC, CRC, and Melanoma franchises
• Demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise – specifically for
  • Lung, RCC, CRC, and Melanoma
  • Advanced precision medicine engagement and advanced engagement with care teams to improve duration
  • Critical Account Management (project management + change management)
  • Customer organizational governance/decision making/capabilities/stakeholder management 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

•  BA/BS Degree
• 10+ years pharmaceutical experience
• 3+ years Oncology key account management experience
• Core capabilities to advance initiatives with sizable accounts to improve patient identification with biomarkers, to improve therapy management and impact duration, and innovate based on unique account-specific opportunities
• Advanced Market experience with Oncology accounts across community / IDN Oncology Service Line / Academic Medical Centers / NCI Affiliated Cancer centers
• Proven ability to develop insights, strategy, operational and tactical plans
• Cross functional / matrix team navigation and management
• Strong persuasive interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
• Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Cross-functional team leadership
• Strong strategic analytical capability with sound business acumen and customer orientation
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills to synthesize customer and market insights into prioritized opportunities
• Result-oriented with effective planning, prioritization, and project management skills
• Knowledge of the oncology provider landscape and customers
• Effectively works with cross functional stakeholders and is capable of being an effective member of the regional team and ACT 

Other Job Details:

• Last Date to Apply: March 20, 2024

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.