Associate Director, University Health Services

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Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of University Health Services the Associate Director of the University Health Center assists in the provision of on-site patient care for students and in the management and coordination of all campus services provided by the
Health Center.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Director in the direct supervision and management of Health Center staff and services to the campus community.

• Provides direct comprehensive primary and womens health care services to students including physical/psychosocial assessment evaluation diagnosis and treatment of illness or injury including prescribing medications and diagnostic testing. Determines presence of social risk behaviors when obtaining health history respond with appropriate education screening interventions and/or referrals.

  • Interprets laboratory results and initiates appropriate health care responses. Provides follow-up care and communication as needed. Refers students for off-campus health care providers as needed.

  • Serves as liaison for outside providers for coordination of healthcare needs. Consults with collaborating physicians as needed for health care interventions beyond the scope of practice of the advanced practice nurse.

  • Documents all clinical care and communication in medical record using standardized comprehensive charting formats.

• Serves on university-wide committees to represent the voice needs and concerns of student health and medical needs; and to foster collaboration between departments and other teams/departments across campus for student success and retention.

• Initiates directs and reviews Health Center administrative and clinical policies and procedures in collaboration with the Director to maintain a high standard of clinical care and in preparation for future accreditation of the Health Center.

• Conducts ongoing assessments to continuously improve patient care and services and ensure satisfactory student health outcomes.

• Monitors and evaluates chart review as required by current collaborative agreements.

• Provides supervision and management of clinical staff in collaboration with the Director. Recruits hires trains schedules/assigns evaluates and recommends reappointments. Ensures compliance with continuing education requirements and identifies professional development opportunities for staff.

• Provides on-going evaluation of services with the goal of improvement and expansion of services.

• Assists the Director in current and long-term fiscal planning and management of the day to day financial operations of the department including budget processing of expenditures insurance and student account billing and receipts for services.

• Functions as second to the Director as part of the MSU Emergency Operations Plan and internal response protocols. Assumes all duties of the Director in his/her absence including attending administrative meetings and Emergency Operations Management Group.

• Acts as a resource person and advocate for health issues for the campus community.

• Conducts informational and formal/informal health promotion/wellness programs and outreach for campus community.

• Maintains strict confidentiality of medical records.

• Recognizes and demonstrates respect for multicultural influences on health care decisions and individualizes plans of care accordingly.

• Provides nonjudgmental compassionate care to all students regardless of race culture gender or orientation.

• Collaborates with other campus resources to provide holistic care and support for all students.

• Continues to maintain professional development and certification/licensure through continuing education opportunities current literature review maintenance of clinical skill proficiency and membership in appropriate professional organizations.

• Oversees recruitment training management and scheduling of temporary and student workers.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Masters degree from an accredited college or university with a specialty in nursing.

• A minimum of four years professional work experience providing direct patient care in a primary care setting or college health environment.

• Current New Jersey licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse with prescriptive authority.

• Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner.

• Experience working with diverse populations and varied sexual orientations and gender identities required.

• Proficiency with technology including electronic medical records tele-health spreadsheets databases.

• Strong interpersonal communication (written and verbal) and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to work evenings weekends and occasional holidays as needed.

PREFERRED:

• Experience working in a university health care setting.

• Experience with implementation of New Jersey immunization compliance requirements.

• Knowledge of FERPA regulations.

• Demonstrated collaboration with outside agencies.

• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in healthcare administration.

• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner certification or willingness to obtain.

• Working knowledge of third-party billing.

• Familiarity with outpatient accreditation process and standards.

• Skilled in performing venipuncture.

Salary Range

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits including health insurance retirement plans and tuition assistance. For further details please visit:

Montclair State University considers factors such as but not limited to scope and responsibilities of the position candidates relevant work experience education skills and internal equity when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Department

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Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged committed to democracy and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at
IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details please visit: Experience:

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