Under policy direction, has responsibility for the general care, management, supervision
and direction of the day-to-day operations of the County’s Health Resources and Services
Administration designated Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike “Health Center”; performs
other work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This single-incumbent, civil service exempt class is appointed by, and serves at the will
of, the San Joaquin County Clinics Board of Directors “SJCC Board” in the functional capacity of
Chief Executive Officer. The incumbent and subordinate staff are subject to the laws, collective
bargaining agreements, and personnel policies pertaining to San Joaquin County employment.
The incumbent performs a broad range of administrative duties to lead the development and
implementation of short and long-range goals for the health center which includes considerable
collaboration with the SJCC Board, elected and appointed leadership of San Joaquin County
“County”, and various external agencies and community partners.
TYPICAL DUTIES
This specification is a general guideline for the class. The statements below are not
restrictive and the responsibilities and duties assigned to a position in this class may expand
beyond those identified in the specification.
Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the Health Center’s clinical services and
activities; selects, supervises, evaluates, and discharges personnel to assure the
provision of affordable, high-quality, comprehensive health care services;
collaborates with the County to develop personnel policies.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and
policies; provides periodic reports regarding the Health Center’s legal and
regulatory compliance program.
Establishes operational, management, and patient care policies, procedures,
programs and standards in areas such as ethics, enforcement of standards
mandated by laws and regulations, patient emergencies, composition of staff
(employed and contracted), supply and service needs, and the maintenance and
security of facilities and medical records.
Oversees and directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality
improvement/assurance programs that include clinical services and management.
Directs and participates in the development, administration, and monitoring of
annual operating and capital budgets; with approval of the SJCC Board, may
modify planned fiscal activities.
Develops and manages internal control systems in accordance with sound
management procedures and FQHC terms and conditions in areas including accounting procedures and financial controls in accordance with generally
accepted accounting procedures, business and financial record-keeping
appropriate to FQHC Look-Alike, proper maintenance and allocation of funds, and
timely billing and collection of payments for services rendered.
Ensures development and compliance of programs related to applying for and
maintaining all licenses, permits, certifications, accreditations, and approvals
necessary for Health Center operations.
Negotiates and participates in the execution and administration of all contracts for
goods and services as required subject to the laws and policies applicable to
County procurement and purchasing, the budget approved by the SJCC Board for
the Health Center, and the laws and policies applicable to the County’s
administration of contracts.
Directs the preparation of and prepares a variety of statistical and other
management reports.
10. Attends meetings, serves as an ex-officio, non-voting member of the SJCC Board,
participates on all committees and acts as liaison between the Health Center, San
Joaquin General Hospital, San Joaquin County Health Care Services Agency, San
Joaquin Health Plan outside agencies, and the general public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in
public health, health care administration, public administration, medicine, or a related field.
Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible experience in roles that
demonstrate growth and/or advancement in complexity and level of responsibility in local, state,
or federal healthcare to include experience with Federally Qualified Health Centers.
License: Possession of, or the ability to obtain upon appointment, a valid California Driver
License.
KNOWLEDGE
Operational characteristics, services, and activities of an FQHC and public
health programs; organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and
evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs; human resources and personnel
management; methods of instruction, staff development, and quality assurance for public health
programs; principles of grant management/administration; modern and complex principles and
practices of program development, administration, and strategic planning; principles and
practices of budget development and expenditure control, including the preparation of clear and
concise financial reports; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations.
ABILITY
Demonstrate leadership and management skills in supervision, performance evaluation, priority setting, planning, operations, finance, and information technology; prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner; develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient leadership; excel in multidisciplinary, team-based settings; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; work collaboratively with individuals from a variety of socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; identify and interpret emerging trends and communicate information, analysis, and recommendations to various audiences; research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques; Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the FQHC; interpret and apply complex rules and regulations; perform complex managerial duties exercising considerable independence of action and judgment; establish and maintain working relationships; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; utilize computer applications and software required to perform the job.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility—sitting for long periods, walking; occasional
standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting—frequently 5 pounds or less;
occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual—constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work;
frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception
and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking—frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the
telephone, talking in person individually and in group settings; Emotional/Psychological—frequent
decision making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements-- may require working
nights and weekends; Environmental—work is performed in an office environment.
San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request,
will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
essential job functions.
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