Chief Executive Officer

The following information is designed to outline the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained. PURPOSE Under the direction of the Board of Directors, is responsible for comprehensive health center leadership. Regularly reports, advises and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding center status and policy related to primary functional areas. Provides strategic leadership for the company by working with the board of directors and the executive management team to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies. Represents the Board, staff, and community with all elected/appointed officials and governing bodies, funding sources/donors, community groups/individuals and the press.

EXPECTATIONS

The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for assuring every Desert Senita Leader will strive to maximize the performance and contribution of each team member every day. Leaders will set clear performance expectations, provide on-going feedback and coaching to improve results and outcomes. Leaders are also expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation and model for all other employees the highest standards of personal integrity, effective communication, competence and customer service. The CEO will ensure the health center operates in full compliance with all Health Center Program requirements and supports the governing Board in maintaining required oversight, authority, and accountability under HRSA guidelines. The ideal candidate understands the unique challenges of rural healthcare delivery, including workforce shortages, access barriers, grant dependency and the importance of strong community relationships.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assumes leadership role for health center strategic planning.
• Manages all health center public relations and marketing functions.
• Formulates and implements policy related to all health center administrative, financial, clinical and quality management.
• Oversees health center administrative/managerial activities including resource allocation and all reporting.
• Ensure continuous compliance with HRSA Section 330 program requirements, FTCA, and all federal, state, and local regulations
• Responsible for securing/maintaining all health center funding to include solicitation of funds and proposal preparation for health center program and service priorities.
• Administers the health center's contract management to include negotiations and execution of all health center contracts, subcontracts, grants and memoranda of agreement.
• Serves as liaison with legal counsel, external auditor, insurance agents and ensures regulatory compliance with rules and regulations governing the health center.
• Collaborates with Chief Operations Officer, Chief Medical Officer and Finance Manager to enhance processes that contribute to the efficiency of the clinic.
• Directs the human resource management function to include recruitment, periodic performance review and retention issues.
• Represents ACHC by participating in appropriate state/local/national healthcare organizations.
• Provide accurate, timely, and transparent reporting to the Board
• Orchestrates monthly Board meetings and committees.
• Responsible for coordination of board training and development activities.
• Promotes excellence in customer service.
• Other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Air conditioned office, considerable work on desktop computer, frequent travel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in business or health-related field or equivalent experience
• Ten years (minimum) experience in roles of similar complexity and organizational responsibility, preferably in federally qualified health care setting.
• Direct experience in an FQHC or HRSA-funded community health center strongly preferred
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of vendor, regulatory and administrative staff within the organization and in the community.
• Strong health care financial control experience.
• Experience writing and administering grants.
• Ability to lead with limited resources while maintaining compliance & quality.
• Commitment to health equity, access to care, and rural community health
• Ability to perform a variety of assignments requiring considerable exercise of independent judgment
• Experience with and ability to multitask and thrive under pressure. Must be flexible, energetic and a self-starter.
• Delegate authority and responsibility as appropriate.
• Participates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and practices in health care administration (conferences, journals).
• Strong Understanding of UDS reporting, quality metrics and performance improvement
• Participates in the evolution and refinement of the quality improvement process at the Center.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$190,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

FQHC:

10 years (Required)

HRSA-founded Community Health Center:

10 years (Required) Grant proposal writing: 10 years (Required) Community health center: 10 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Ajo, AZ 85321 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Ajo, AZ 85321: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person