Director Lung Screening, Incidental Lung Nodule, and Tobacco Cessation Programs Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

• Job Summary
• Leader is responsible for early detection (lung screening and incidental lung nodules) and early prevention (tobacco cessation) of lung cancer programs in the NC/GA division of Advocate Health including direct oversight of the Charlotte area and partnering with Wake Forest and Georgia areas to execute strategy and operations.

Responsible to assess, plan, coordinate, market, evaluate, and direct the functions of the department and programs that may expand to other markets within the organization.

Direct supervision as required:

16 of direct reports in Charlotte + #8 of indirects at Wake Forest + #pending indirects at Floyd. Manages strategy, program development, integration efforts as well as manages financial operations, budgets, forecasting, develops processes and procedures and ensures operations are in compliance.

• Essential Functions
• Develops and coordinates a strategic plan as needed for department and/or programs.

Collaborates with stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and operationalize work across various specialties and departments. Works with external vendors for technology solutions needed for growth Engage with marketing, providers and other groups to pursue opportunities for outreach to promote programs. Develops and ensures teammates are in compliance with policies and procedures as defined by all applicable regulatory agency standards. Manages integration of clinical quality within multiple resources required to function within the department Ensures Training and Education programs for all employees to meet requirements for effective operation as measured by full compliance with and passing of all audits. Includes development and maintenance of ‘standard operating procedures’. Manages all financial operations including development of annual operating budgets. Works cooperatively to meet regulatory, corporate compliance and other government standards as required.

• Physical Requirements
• Work requires walking, standing, sitting and lifting. Must lift a minimum of 10 pounds. Must speak English in simple, understandable terms and have an intact sense of sight and hearing. Must be able to be mobile within the entire healthcare system and other facilities that participate in the Oncology Research studies.
• Education, Experience and Certifications
• Bachelor’s Degree required.

Master’s Degree in Business or Healthcare related discipline preferred. Experience directing high level clinical, financial, and regulatory managers required.