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MD Anderson Cancer Center Associate Director, askMDAnderson Clinical Services in Houston, Texas
Associate Director, askMDAnderson Clinical Services
Prefer candidates with a Master's degree. Degree requirements as defined by the TSBPAE or TSBNE, as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and CPR, BLS or ACLS certification. Eight years of clinical experience in oncology or complex medical care to include experience with telephone triage or discharge planning/education and four years managerial experience. This position requires flexibility due to after-hours clinical support.
FUNCTIONS: Plans, organizes and directs the day-to-day operation of askMDAnderson Clinical Services.
SCOPE: Impacts patient care and patient experience.
ESSENTIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Oversees clinical and service follow-up and after-hours clinical support. Manages all aspects of the clinical programs and initiatives within askMDAnderson. Ensures department operates within budget and in accordance with performance standards. Monitors resource requirements, quality and efficiency of operations. Develops and recommends improvements to systems, processes and procedures. Ensures compliance with quality standards as it relates to the care provided. Assures competency of all clinical personnel. Manages human resource activities include staffing, performance management and professional development. May function as a licensed and credentialed clinical advanced practice provider in a proportion appropriate for the clinical team and as approved by the clinical department. Participates in programs, initiatives and committees across the organization that support quality and patient/provider experience.
REQUIREMENTS
Education Required Master's degree. Degree requirements as defined by the TSBPAE or TSBNE, as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Education Preferred None.
Experience Required Eight years of clinical experience in oncology or other complex medical care to include experience with telephone triage or discharge planning/education and four years in a supervisory/managerial capacity.
Experience Preferred None.
Licensure/Certification Required All of the following:
Current license and/or certification as defined by the TSBPAE or TSBNE as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR), Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
May be Required:
Eligible to be granted limited prescriptive authority by the State of Texas.
Licensure/Certification Preferred American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification as required by patient care area.
Other Required: None.
Refer to the Position Description for specific ADA requirements, and working conditions.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 138892
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
Work Week: Varied
Fund Type: Hard
Pivotal Position: Yes
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 118,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 147,500
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 177,000
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