VP MEDICAL AFFAIRS- St. Joseph Hospital- Nashua, NH Position Available In Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Summary The Vice President, Medical Affairs (VPMA) provides administrative leadership to the medical staff at the hospital and the medical group practices and acts as liaison to hospital and Covenant administration. Participates in strategic planning at all levels of the hospital and practices. In partnership with the hospital President and Vice President, Patient Care Services, oversees clinical quality and operations of the hospital. In partnership with the Vice President of IMG Operations, oversees the clinical quality and operations of the employed medical group practices via supervision of Medica Directors. Under the overall direction of the Covenant SVP, CMO and with adherence to local and system policies and procedures, the VPMA provides leadership and direction regarding new initiatives to transform the delivery of care towards a more integrated healthcare system resulting in enhanced quality and lower cost. In collaboration with hospital, ambulatory and system leaders, responsible for strategic planning and development of clinical programs and services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry. Identifies needs and participates in physician recruitment efforts. Works closely with members of management and clinical staff to help resolve any acute and ambulatory operational problems. With the Medical Staff Leadership, oversees the updating, amending, application, and enforcement of the hospital’s Medical Staff bylaws, including but not limited to: Issues with impaired physicians. Provider disciplinary actions. Departmental and interdepartmental professional disputes. Physicians’ performance evaluations, including OPPE and FPPE measures and reports Peer Review Program Participates in, and provides support for, Credentials, Medical Executive, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, and other Committees. Participates in the management of the medical staff elements of DNV, CMS, DHHS, and other accreditation and regulatory organizations. Oversees the office of Medical Staff Services, and its credentialing activities. Develops and maintains a competent medical leadership structure for the hospital and the Medical Group. Works closely with Hospital and System Quality and Risk Management staff to continually improve the delivery of safe, high quality, and efficient patient care, and to analyze and improve patient satisfaction scores. Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Participates in the investigation of and response to patient complaints regarding clinical care and providers. Works closely with staff whose responsibilities include the disciplines of case management, care coordination, transitions in care, population health, utilization review, denial management, risk/capitated arrangements, and commercial payers’ pay-for-performance programs (including ACO arrangements) to continually improve the delivery of coordinated, efficient, safe, and high-quality patient care. Supports and promotes the philosophy, mission, and core values of the Hospital, Covenant Health, and the Catholic Health Ministry in performance of position responsibilities. Does so with a focus on the core values of compassion, integrity, collaboration and excellence. Serves as an active participant in pertinent Covenant Health System committees. Participates in the functions and activities of the Hospital, including but not limited to serving on the hospital’s executive committee, other committees and task forces, attending department meetings, preparing reports as requested, and representing administration as needed or requested. Serves as an advocate and spokesperson for the Hospital and Covenant Health; actively engaged in the local community and serves on at least one community Board. Works within policies, procedures and protocols as they relate to the job. Participates in appropriate role in disasters, fire drills, fires and other emergency situations according to location. Is responsible for complying with and enforcing all established organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Serves as a medical content resource for the Hospital’s president, local leadership team, and Board of Directors. Ensures confidentiality of employee, legal, budget, and company matters. Maintains good communications and establishes and maintains positive working relationships with medical staff, employees, regulatory agencies, vendors, and the public. Abide by the Hospital and Covenant Health Standards of Conduct. Respond to and investigate any employee concerns regarding violations of the Standards of Conduct. Continued participation part-time (less than 50%) in clinical practice in any specialty is required. Accordingly, keeping up to date on the science and practice of the specialty, as well as maintaining medical licensure and board-certifications are required. Provides administrative oversight for providers employed and non-employed Partners with Quality, Medical staff president for peer review and quality goals Partners with VP of Patient Care Services/ CNO and VPs of Operations/ Strategy to achieve quality, operational and strategic goals Partners with Corporate leadership to set goals and targets for medical care and operational goals Communicate with Board of Directors and Corporate leadership team regarding medical issues and provider issues Mentor leaders in medical staff for the hospital, oversees medical directorships, interviews or oversees interview process for prospective medical staff providers Serves as the administrative leader for the GME Program Other duties as consistent with this role or as required Job Requirements Job Knowledge and Skills Medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations and credentials Proficient in communicating medical information/ perspectives to leadership team and staff Understanding of risk management and case management as it applies to medical staff Able to build relationships and strategic partnerships Able to plan and perform complex work which involves new or constantly changing problems where there is little accepted method or procedure. Involves participation in the formulation and carrying out of policies, objectives and programs for major divisions or functions. Considerable ingenuity and exceptional judgment required to deal with factors not easily evaluated. Interpret results and make decisions carrying a great deal of responsibility. Direct and coordinate the work of subordinate supervision in order to attain objectives. Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills. Well-versed in researching and applying medical evidence-based best-practices throughout the clinical functions of acute and ambulatory services. Leadership experience with multiple stakeholders Able to evaluate sound data and apply it to drive performance improvement utilizing PDSA methodology. Education and Experience Licensed as a physician in good standing in the state of New Hampshire required Medical doctorate and ABMS Board Certification required. Additional Medical Management training, or working towards an appropriate degree, preferred 10 years’ experience as practicing physician strongly preferred 5 years of progressive and diverse leadership roles and responsibilities in healthcare institutions; a mix of acute and ambulatory roles preferred An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements. Working Conditions/Physical Demands Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care. Americans with Disabilities Statement Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity. Standard of Business Conduct Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.