Director Ambulatory Clinical Practice
Primary Location Los Angeles, California
Worker Location Onsite
Facility West Los Angeles Medical Center
Job Number 1285184 Date posted 12/18/2024
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Description:
The Director Ambulatory Practice supports the Medical Group Administrative Team as the recognized leader in understanding and interpreting standards for ambulatory clinical practice, as well as applying, evaluating and improving those standards to ensure ambulatory clinical practices meet all regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures, concurrently supporting the quality, service and financial goals and objectives of Kaiser Permanente. For the Medical Office Buildings and other ambulatory hospital-based settings associated with the Medical Center, the Director Ambulatory Practice is accountable for designing , implementing, evaluating and improving systems, methods and strategies to maintain and improve the compliance of ambulatory care service delivery, clinical quality, clinical processes/systems, performance, patient satisfaction / safety, practice standards and the effectiveness of patient care with regulatory and organizational / institutional requirements and / or standards. The Directors responsibility may include for providing operations management for multiple ambulatory care/outpatient departments and managing non-physician clinical, technical and support staff as assigned by the Chief Administrative Officer and Medical Director.
Job Summary:
The Director Ambulatory Practice supports the Medical Group Administrative Team as the recognized leader in understanding and interpreting standards for ambulatory clinical practice, as well as applying, evaluating and improving those standards to ensure ambulatory clinical practices meet all regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures, concurrently supporting the quality, service and financial goals and objectives of Kaiser Permanente. For the Medical Office Buildings and other ambulatory hospital-based settings associated with the Medical Center, the Director Ambulatory Practice is accountable for designing , implementing, evaluating and improving systems, methods and strategies to maintain and improve the compliance of ambulatory care service delivery, clinical quality, clinical processes/systems, performance, patient satisfaction / safety, practice standards and the effectiveness of patient care with regulatory and organizational / institutional requirements and / or standards. The Directors responsibility may include for providing operations management for multiple ambulatory care/outpatient departments and managing non-physician clinical, technical and support staff as assigned by the Chief Administrative Officer and Medical Director.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Contributes to the overall development of programs and services in order to provide for the needs of members, managers, physicians and staff Acts as consultant to the Medical Group Administrative Team regarding high quality, cost-effective ambulatory practice issues and efficient management of staff in accordance with goals and objectives - clinical, regulatory, scope of practice, workplace processes, and clinical competencies for ambulatory disciplines.
- Directs the coordination/integration of outpatient services between departments and across the continuum of care and directs the continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by design and implementation of systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care.
- Acts as consultant to the Medical Group Administrative Team regarding high quality, cost-effective ambulatory practice issues and efficient management of staff in accordance with goals and objectives - clinical, regulatory, scope of practice, workplace processes, and clinical competencies for ambulatory disciplines.
- Participates as part of management team in formulating, implementing and evaluating business plans/strategies for ambulatory care services and responsible for achieving both short and long term strategic, business and financial goals/objectives.
- Maintains and applies knowledge of scope of practice, best practices, standardized procedures, workflow processes and state and federal and regulatory agencies pertaining to ambulatory care.
- Develops effective and accurate communication strategies related to ambulatory care issues for: Chief Administrative Officer, Assistant Medical Group Administrators, Department Administrators, Nurse Executive, Compliance Officer, Risk Manager, Accreditation, Regulations and Licensing Department, Education Department for members, staff and physicians, Performance Improvement Department, Human Resources, Medical Staff Office, Ombudsman, Leadership Team (MCOT/MCAT), Finance, Medical Group physicians/Chiefs of Service, Ancillary Staff, Allied Health Professionals, Public Affairs Department, Organizational Effectiveness, Inpatient Departments, Continuing Care Departments, and Ancillary Departments - laboratory and radiology.
- Serves as a highly visible expert consultant and advisor to senior SCPMG and KFH/HP leadership, Chief Nursing Officer, Licensed Allied Health Professionals, Advance Practice Providers, physicians and staff to assure appropriate scope of practice, competent clinical care, and professional staff performance.
- Serves an expert authority / resource for ambulatory care nursing.
- Builds effective relationships and collaborates with physicians in establishing, implementing, maintaining and evaluating/improving patient care and quality service standards to meet members and internal clients expectations.
- Participates in community relations activities to enhance the image and reputation of the organization
- May represent the organization in activities involving leaders in business, government, labor, the community at large, health plan members and health care providers in the MSA.
- Leads implementation of Regional or local special initiatives such as but not limited to : HealthConnect deployment, processes and scope of practice issues, Care Management Models, NP role in primary care, UPIN projects, SOSA, CRNA site survey, MA medication dose verification audit, Medi- Cal/Medicare audits.
- Provides leadership regarding compliance with the establishment of targets, implementation of special initiatives and compliance monitoring.
- Participates on assigned committees at Regional and Medical Center levels. Regional: Ambulatory Clinical Practice Committee Medical Center: Ambulatory Clinical Practice Committee, HealthConnect Steering Committee, Ambulatory Policy and Procedure Committee, Infection Control, Safety, Outpatient Medical Records Committee, Leadership Team, Interdisciplinary Practice Committee, Labor Management Partnership Steering Committee, Advance Practice Committee.
- Demonstrate professional demeanor to physicians, staff and administrative team.
- Has ability to collaborate and lead through influence to implement initiatives.
- Act as a resource for the development and review of ambulatory clinical department policies and procedures.
- Identifies clinical practice educational needs for staff, managers and self, and is active in professional organizations as appropriate.
- Clinical Operations Management Role:
- For assigned departments / staff, responsible for the day to day operations by directing the nursing and patient care staff to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate/improve nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcome measures, as well as with strategic, business and organizational goals/objectives.
- Evaluates and continuously improves clinical/department processes / systems and performance by providing direction to non-physician staff in order to achieve effective and efficient operations, operational and clinical goals/objectives, as well as planning, promoting and implementing best practice models.
- In collaboration with the CAO and the Medical Director, directly and/or through subordinates plans, organize, directs and controls the operations of assigned departments within the Medical Group. Directly and with subordinate managers, establishes and maintains operational, clinical and performance standards.
- Develops and manages budgets and resource allocation. Monitors financial performances and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care and service.
- Manages human resources functions for assigned non- physician staff.
- Implements and maintains clinical and patient care practice standards, budgets, and staff development.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in management of ambulatory care or other related clinical area.
Education
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing
License, Certification, Registration
- Registered Nurse License (California)
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal skills, communication, leadership, planning, presentation, analytical and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a Labor-Management Partnership environment.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of applicable federal, state laws and regulations related to health care (California Board of Registered Nursing, California Board of Licensed Vocational Nursing, California Department of Consumer Affairs-Business and Professions Code, California Board of Medicine, and Regulatory Agencies including TJC, NCQA, Title 22, CMS, DHS, Medi-Cal) regarding ambulatory clinical practice issues, scope of practice for ambulatory disciplines, workplace processes and clinical competencies.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of ambulatory care practices, operations and local, state and federal regulatory standards.
- Ability to conduct business and financial planning.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Labor Management experience
- ANCC Certification Ambulatory Care Nurse
- Masters degree in health services administration, nursing, management, business administration degree OR two (2) years of experience in patient care/clinical services.
Primary Location: California,Los Angeles,West Los Angeles Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Working Hours Start: 08:00 PM
Working Hours End: 05:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-SCAL-01|NUE|Non Union Employee
Job Level: Director/Senior Director
Department: West LA Medical Center - MedFac-Education & Training - 0806
Pay Range: $157100 - $203280 / year
Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
For jobs where work will be performed in unincorporated LA County, the employer provides the following statement in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accreditation, and licensure requirements (where applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.
Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance with the Principles of Responsibility, adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty, shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.
Job duties with at least occasional or possible access to: (1) patients, the general public, or other employees; (2) confidential protected health information and other confidential KP information (including employee, proprietary, financial or trade secret information); (3) KP property and assets, for example, electronic assets, medical instruments, or devices; (4) controlled substances regulated by federal law or potentially subject to diversion.
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Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
For jobs where work will be performed in unincorporated LA County, the employer provides the following statement in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: