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Director of Student Health Services

The University of New England Director of Student Health Services provides strategic leadership, and administrative and clinical oversight for Student Health Services (SHS) personnel which includes managing the day-to-day operations on the Biddeford and Portland campuses. The position oversees all necessary healthcare accreditation processes and other projects that require input from sections within SHS, as well as various departments and organizations across the University. The Director must possess broad, evidence-based clinical knowledge of primary care and women’s health, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, a strong understanding of accreditation systems and processes, and quality improvement. The Director additionally provides direct clinical care/services at both student health locations.

As the landscape of collegiate health is evolving rapidly, the Director must serve as a visionary leader who keeps up-to-date regarding collegiate health issues. The Director is a visible leader within the UNE community, providing guidance and a trusted voice in student health matters, and educating the community about numerous health issues to include integration of public health and behavioral/mental health. The Director must also have a keen appreciation for the varied health needs of a diverse undergraduate and graduate student body.

UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site (https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.

Full job description and link to apply here: https://une.peopleadmin.com/postings/17026

Assistant Director for Mental Health Counseling

Job Title	Assistant Director for Mental Health Counseling
Position Purpose	The Assistant Counseling Director provides clinical mental health services to undergraduate students and supervises counseling staff and clinical trainees who provide counseling services, outreach, and mental health education on campus. As part of an integrated Wellness Center, this position works under the supervision of the Medical Director to manage the administrative, educational, and professional aspects of the counseling program.
Essential Duties Summary	Supervisory and Administrative duties Oversee the daily operations of counseling services, including workload distribution, resource allocation, policy and procedure adherence, and risk management Supervise full- and part-time counseling staff, including both clinical and administrative supervision Attend staff, departmental, divisional, and committee meetings as appropriate Provide clinical mental health services to students Provide intake assessments, treatment planning, and individual/group clinical counseling using a culturally-responsive framework, maintaining a reduced caseload to accommodate for the supervisory aspects of the position Provide outreach, crisis assessment/screening, intervention, referrals (on- and off-campus) and consultation as needed Maintain accurate, adequate, and timely documentation of student contacts and treatment Adhere to policies and practices that adhere to professional ethics, and state/federal laws Provide outreach, education, and support on campus Oversee the development and implementation of psycho-educational programs in collaboration with Nurse Educator Develop and administer mental health-related training for faculty, staff, and students as necessary Collaborate with other departments on student wellness and safety concerns as appropriate
Required Qualifications	Education/Licensure Master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling preferred, related field acceptable Current license to practice in New Hampshire as a mental health counselor or related field Experience Minimum 5 years counseling experience Supervision experience required Demonstrated expertise with the developmental and mental health issues of late adolescence
Preferred Qualifications	Experience College health experience preferred Skills and Knowledge Highly organized and able to multitask Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a collaborative manner Thorough knowledge of applicable laws and standards of professional conduct Ability to conduct complex analysis, develop and present treatment plans Familiarity with a wide range of psychological interventions Openness to interdisciplinary supervision/collaboration Positive attitude
EEO Statement	New England College prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, veteran’s status or disability in regard to treatment, access to or employment in its programs and activities, in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals with disabilities needing accommodation should contact the ADA Compliance Officer. New England College is committed to providing equal opportunity in all conditions of employment and creating a welcoming and supportive environment that celebrates diversity. If an imbalance is found to exist, the College will make good faith efforts to recruit, hire and promote persons underrepresented in the workplace.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S00467P
Open Date	08/14/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please submit a resume and cover letter.

Supplemental Questions

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Resume/CV
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Chief of Medicine

Job Summary :
Harvard University Health Services has a unique healthcare leadership opportunity for an experienced clinical leader with a passion and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. In this role, you will oversee Internal Medicine and Urgent Care, providing clinical direction, ensuring practice quality and safety, and collaborating closely with the Medical Director of Urgent Care, Athletics Head Team Physician, and Team Leaders. Additionally, the position involves being an agent for change, promoting interdepartmental collaboration, working with senior directors, and actively participating in medical education initiatives for clinical staff at HUHS, as well as for Fellows, residents, and medical students at Harvard Medical School and affiliated hospitals. This position is 50% FTE effort towards leadership/administrative responsibilities and 50% FTE direct patient care .

Position Description :
Leadership & Management

Meets regularly with Internal Medicine clinicians to review feedback/data from various sources including billing, MassPAT, Press-Ganey, outstanding notes, Peer Review, the Practice Manager, and Patient Advocate.
Directs the activities of Internal Medicine and Urgent Care, meeting weekly with the clinical team leaders and management team.
Meets regularly with the satellite medical directors and as needed with members of Internal Medicine, Urgent Care, and satellites to provide coaching and support.
Meets regularly with the Athletics Head Team Physician.
Has outpatient and inpatient responsibilities as a practicing physician. Advises clinical staff and serves as a consultant in unusual and difficult medical issues.
Assists in the development and implementation of department policies, goals, and objectives. Advises the Senior Director, Chief Medical Officer, and other staff on clinical policy and procedural issues and program planning.
Leads strategic projects and communicates progress to stakeholders.
Participates in recruitment, including interviewing and making recommendations for staffing, hires, and promotions.
Quality & Safety

Assists the HUHS Patient Advocate in reviewing and mediating patient complaints related to specific clinical providers within Internal Medicine and Urgent Care or with general/specific service issues.
Supports the Director of Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety, assisting in the implementation of appropriate and effective quality improvement projects. Oversees departmental quality assurance efforts and utilization management activities for inpatient and outpatient services.
Assists in the initiation and implementation of appropriate and effective quality improvement projects. Oversees departmental quality assurance efforts and utilization management activities for inpatient and outpatient services.
Reviews adverse outcomes or near misses by conducting root cause analysis with an interdisciplinary team.
Education, Training & Professional Development

Plans, participates in, and/or directs the instruction of Fellows, Residents, and medical students.
Works with Residency administrators annually to accommodate new interns and determine preceptors; meets with interns and preceptors throughout the year.
Promotes education of clinical staff through coordinating weekly medical grand rounds and continuing medical education.
Works closely with appropriate staff to review new techniques, explain changes, discuss problems, exchange information, and ensure input in decision-making.
Budgetary

In conjunction with Practice Managers and the Finance Department, prepares yearly operating and capital budgets for Internal Medicine and Urgent Care in accordance with established guidelines.
Monitors, reviews, and analyzes Internal Medicine and Urgent Care budgets in relation to departmental and HUHS performance and needs. Alerts Administration to events that could result in year-end budget variances. Submits variances to HUHS Budget Office. Adjusts spending to meet budget targets.
Identifies cost-effective measures and interventions, implementing them with appropriate approvals, smoothly and effectively.
External/University Contacts

Fosters and monitors HUHS relationships with clinical leaders at affiliated hospitals to ensure continued high quality of care for emergency and hospital care at those institutions.
Represents HUHS at professional and University meetings, as appropriate.
Other

Reviews and documents medical conditions of incoming students and parent letters, ensuring PCPs are aware of their patients’ diagnoses.
Basic Qualifications :
Board Certified in Medicine. Doctor of Medicine with licensure in the State of Massachusetts. Substantial clinical experience and authoritative knowledge of clinical principles, practices, and techniques. 5-7 years of experience in an ambulatory medical practice setting and in medical staff administrative leadership

Additional Qualifications and Skills :
Demonstrated skills in effective communication, diplomacy, leadership, and teaching. Ability to function as a professional role model. Commitment to high quality, cost-effective health care and principles of group practice. Good working knowledge of regulations, policies, standards, and administrative practices related to health services. Experience in quality assurance/improvement, supervision, and utilization management. Ability to understand complex management and financial issues.

Certificates and Licenses :
Doctor of Medicine and Board Certified in Medicine.
Physical Requirements :
Working Conditions :
Additional Information :
Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) is a campus-based healthcare organization devoted exclusively to members of the Harvard community— students, faculty, staff, eligible post-doctoral fellows, retirees, and their families. Our work includes multi-specialty ambulatory medical care, behavioral and mental health services, health insurance plan oversight, massage and acupuncture, health education, campus public health, immunization compliance, and promotion of overall wellbeing. HUHS has four locations across Harvard University’s Cambridge and Boston campuses including the main location in the Smith Campus Center, satellite clinics at Harvard Law School and in the Longwood Medical Area, and Athletics/Sports Medicine at the Dillon Field House. In the fiscal year 2022, HUHS had 116,000 patient visits.
Benefits :
We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging :
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25240&siteid=5341&Areq=63798BR

Director of Health Services

Title Director of Health Services
Posting Number S01175JP
Department Health Services

Job Summary
The Director of Health Services provides leadership for Bowdoin’s Health Center in the Peter Buck Center for Health and Fitness, which opened in 2009 in the center of campus. The Director is responsible for the daily operation and oversight of the medical staff and services of the Center.

The Health Center operates on weekdays during the academic year from 8:30-5:00 p.m., with 24-hour coverage for student health emergencies. Services available to students include: primary care (including women’s health), laboratory testing, a limited formulary, nutrition services, immunizations, travel services, wellness programs, and campus outreach.

With the scope of college student health issues evolving rapidly, the Director must serve as a visionary leader who keeps up to date on college health issues. In addition to functioning as a key department head within the division of Student Affairs, the Director will serve as a licensed practitioner providing clinical services. The Director is a visible leader within the Bowdoin community, representing a trusted voice in student health matters, and educating the community about all types of health issues, including the integration of public health issues and the integration of mental health care. S/he must also have a keen appreciation for the varied health needs of a diverse student body.

The Director balances administrative and clinical duties to provide ongoing leadership, outreach education, and clinical oversight for health services staff which includes managing the day-to-day operations of the department.

The successful candidate will be eager to develop relationships with local providers, including exploring new opportunities for collaborations and partnerships to connect our students with local health resources.

The salary for this role is expected to be $120,000 – $130,000 per year.

Benefits & Perks:
Health Plans (Effective on date of hire)
Vision and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Referral Program Bonus
Generous Retirement Plan
Vacation and personal absence time
17 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool.
Free wellness classes
And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Education/Skills Requirements
A board-certified MD, DO, or NP.
Licensure in Maine (or ability to become licensed).
Demonstrated ability to work well with a diverse student body in culturally competent ways combined with a demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
Demonstrated understanding of the intersections of racism, poverty and health and wellness.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple competing demands.
Commitment to an integrated approach with counseling and behavioral health.
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
Required qualifications:
At least three years of progressive leadership in a health care setting (or equivalent experience), supervisory experience, and ability to build effective teams.

Preferred qualifications:
Experience in adolescent medicine and/or college health.
An understanding and familiarity with athletic medicine and concussion management.
An openness to integrative therapies.
An understanding and familiarity with health care budgeting and insurance billing is preferred.
Knowledge of and experience in quality assurance activities.
Standard Work Days and Hours
This is a 40 hour per week, 44 weeks per year position with evening and weekend hours required when staffing on-call rotation or attending key campus events.
About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
Employment Category Full Time Academic Year
FTE 0.83
Benefits Eligible Yes
Pay Type Salaried
Background Check Package Requirements Faculty/Administrative
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? No
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? No
Posting Date 09/05/2023
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled No
Type of Posting Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

More info: https://careers.bowdoin.edu/postings/12510

Associate Director, Health Services

Position Information

Posting Number	SF01558
Job Title	Associate Director, Health Services
Position Number	108591
FTE	1.00
FLSA	Exempt
Position Type	Professional Staff
Union	Non-Union Non-Classified Staff
Pay Grade Level	15
Pay Grade Range	Salary commensurate with education and experience
Status	Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Department Information

Department	Health Svs.
Contact(s)	Please note: Applications must be submitted directly online only at: https://jobs.uri.edu
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email
Physical Demands
Campus Location	Kingston
Grant Funded
Extension Contingency Notes	Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)
Job Description Summary	The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by May 24, 2023. Second consideration may be given to applications received by June 7, 2023. Applications received subsequent to second consideration date (June 7, 2023) may not be given full consideration. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ BASIC FUNCTION: Provide direct and continuous oversight for fiscal, office and billing management, insurance management, resource management, business management, pharmacy, health information management, diagnostic laboratory, and diagnostic imaging services. Work closely with the Director of Health Services to oversee the day-to-day operation of the facility and ensure effective and efficient operations which align with the University’s, division’s, and department’s strategic plan and key performance indicators. Responsible for ensuring clean and well-maintained facilities, as well as effective policies, programs, and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities	ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee the information management and system administration functions for Health Services’ networked microcomputer information system. Responsible for establishing and documenting work processes and procedures, for training professional and support staff on system operation, and for serving as liaison to information management vendors (e.g., MediCat, PeopleSoft) in conjunction with the Health Services’ Information Technologist. Responsible for system analysis, including translating data and presenting information in a way to facilitate clinical and business decisions. Oversee the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program (QAPI), and, through the application of theory and tools for managers and staff, examine outcomes and processes. Facilitate community partnerships with local health and hospital services for continuity of care and health insurance participation. Oversee the operation of the Pharmacy, Diagnostic Laboratory, and Diagnostic Imaging departments. Oversee the resource management plan for Health Services. Develop annual budget with the Director and Operations team; manage funds within the budget and be responsible for fiscal planning for the department. Responsible for all administrative personnel related functions for Health Services in coordination with unit coordinators. This includes recruitment, retention, conflict resolution, and maintenance of appropriate records in compliance with university policies and procedures. Establish productivity indicators for each functional area; perform comparative analyses and provide data-driven information to managers and staff. Oversee the Accident/Sickness Insurance Program, develop annual insurance bid specifications, and serve as liaison between the broker/underwriter and the University. Receive customer input regarding carrier performance and lead the negotiations for carrier selection. Responsible for the oversight of the procurement process including approval of purchasing card transactions, LVPO’s, College Requisitions, etc. Provide management monitoring and liaise with University and State procurement officials. Responsible for the oversight for facility operations. Design bid specifications for and facilitate implementation of these contracts. Monitor both individual and Health Services’ compliance with University, State, and Federal rules and regulations in resource management transactions. Be an active participant in the Health Services’ Operations, Leadership Team, Safety and Infection Control assuming a leadership role in the absence of the Director. Responsible for the oversight and processing/approval of the Health Services payroll, including state payroll and staff/student internal payroll. Responsible for all non-clinical processes for compliance with accreditation standards. Lead the development of the marketing strategy for the delivery of healthcare and wellness to a diverse student population. Responsible for keeping up to date regarding evolving issues in the complex health care environment and, on a regular basis, for reporting trends to the Leadership Team, the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee (QAPI) and, as appropriate, the general Health Services’ staff. Maintain current working knowledge of all the University’s negotiated labor agreements applicable to Health Services’ staff (currently five agreements) and assist managers in dealing with personnel issues that may impact the mission of Health Services. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In the Director’s absence, be responsible for Health Services’ overall management. Serve on both Health Services-centric and University-wide committees as well as represent Health Services in State-wide groups and initiatives as requested. Perform other duties as required. LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT: Personal computers, Microsoft office 365, Qualtrics, facsimiles, printers, scanners, servers, networks; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software. Joint Commission or AAAHC accreditation process.
Required Qualifications	REQUIRED: 1. Master’s degree in business, health care administration, or related field. 2. Minimum of seven years’ experience in a healthcare management function. 3. Demonstrated participation in Joint Commission or AAAHC accreditation process, and Continuous Performance Improvement process. 4. Demonstrated experience with Windows technology and application software for analysis. 5. Demonstrated experience working with an Electronic Health Record. 6. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills. 7. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills. 8. Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA and related regulations. 9. Demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate, and process large amounts of information. 10. Demonstrated supervisory experience. 11. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations. 12. Demonstrated ability to interpret institutional policies, plans, objectives, rules and regulations, and to communicate the interpretation to others. 13. Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, prepare, and present clinical and business information for analysis for decision making. 14. Demonstrated ability to speak effectively before small and large groups on Health Services. 15. Demonstrated ability to work in a team-centered environment.
Preferred Qualifications	PREFERRED: 1. Demonstrated experience with MediCat EHR product applications. 2. Demonstrated knowledge of FERPA and related regulations. 3. Demonstrated experience with, or supervisory knowledge of, the operation of pharmacy, health information management, diagnostic laboratory, and diagnostic imaging. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Environmental Conditions	Environmental conditions are those of an office and ambulatory health care facility with no adverse exposure.
Posting Date	05/03/2023
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application: (#1) Cover letter. (#2) Resume. (#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references, two from a supervisor. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/11676

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Other Document – References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Master’s degree in business, health care administration, or related field?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a minimum of seven years’ experience in a healthcare management function?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated participation in Joint Commission or AAAHC accreditation process, and Continuous Performance Improvement process?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated experience with Windows technology and application software for analysis?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated experience working with an Electronic Health Record?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA and related regulations?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate, and process large amounts of information?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated supervisory experience?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to interpret institutional policies, plans, objectives, rules and regulations, and to communicate the interpretation to others?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to conceptualize, prepare, and present clinical and business information for analysis for decision making?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to speak effectively before small and large groups on Health Services?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to work in a team-centered environment?
- Yes
- No
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other

Clinical Psychiatric Nurse Specialist

Posting Details

Full description: https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/11596

Position Information

Posting Number	CS01571
Job Title	CLINICAL PSYCHIATRIC NURSE SPECIALIST (URI)
Position Number	0132
FTE
FLSA
Pay Rate
Salary Range	$77,056 – $124,142 This represents the ACADEMIC YEAR (20 PAY PERIOD) salary
Pay Grade Level	929
Position Type	Classified Civil Service Staff
Union	UNAP – Local 5019
Status	Academic Year, Full-time, Permanent
Restriction or Limitation Reason
End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department	Health Svs.
Contact(s)	Donna L. Charron Supervising Employee Relations Officer Office of Human Resource Administration
Contact Phone/Extension	401-874-2317
Contact Email	dcharron@uri.edu
Physical Demands
Campus Location	Kingston
Building(s)	POTTER BUILDING
Grant Funded
Extension Contingent on Funding Date
Extension Contingency Notes
Duties and Responsibilities	Under the general direction of the Medical director and working in close collaboration with the Counseling Center and psychiatric consultant, to be responsible for the evaluation and treatment (including medication management and ordering of appropriate diagnostic procedures) of a wide range of patients presenting to the clinic; to participate in preventive mental health programs as a consultant and leader of workshops. To provide consultation and emergency interventions with acute patient situations presenting at Health Services. To provide thorough psychiatric evaluations including requesting appropriate laboratory and secondary consultations whenever indicated. Under the clinical supervision of the Medical Director, and in accordance with agreed upon and documented clinical guidelines, to provide medication assessment, prescriptions, and follow-up visits as authorized by the expanded role with RI Department of Health registration and authorization to prescribe controlled substances. To maintain appropriate and confidential records of patients’ evaluations, treatment and disposition. To maintain a collaborative and consultative relationship with University clinical providers, counselors/psychologists. To promote and support optimal functioning across the life span. To collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of health care professionals. To provide community consultations, workshop and classroom presentations. To participate in quality improvement activities related to psychosocial and mental health issues. To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications	KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of adult counseling and crisis intervention, including the prescribing and monitoring of psychopharmacology; ability to utilize the medical equipment appropriate to licensure; the ability to use personal computers, printers, work processing and medical information systems; the ability to exercise considerable independent judgement and to make assessments quickly and accurately; the ability to speak effectively with students, parents, clinical colleagues, faculty and administrators; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through: possession of a Master’s Degree in Nursing with a certification as a clinical specialist in psychiatric mental health nursing, authorized to practice in the expanded role in the State of Rhode Island; AND EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through: one to two years of experience practicing in the expanded role as a prescribing psychiatric clinical nurse specialist. OR, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: At the time of appointment, must possess a Registered Nurse’s License in the State of Rhode Island and be authorized to practice in the expanded role as a clinical specialist in psychiatric mental health nursing; must also possess current registration numbers with the Rhode Island Department of Health and with the Drug Enforcement Administration for prescribing medications.
Preferred Qualifications
Environmental Conditions	This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Work Hours	9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday 8:00 AM TO 4:00 PM — Wednesday DAYS OFF: Saturday & Sunday THIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS OF 09/08/23. The ACADEMIC YEAR DATES ARE 08/20/23 THROUGH 05/25/24
Posting Date	04/19/2023
Closing Date	04/30/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants	POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS OF 09/08/23. THIS IS A FULL TIME ACADEMIC YEAR (20 PAY PERIOD) POSITION WHICH WILL INCLUDE A GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING A TUITION WAIVER FOR CCRI, RIC, AND URI FOR THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE, SPOUSE, AND DEPENDENTS (IF APPLICABLE) BASED ON CURRENT EDUCATION. IT ALSO INCLUDES PAID TIME OFF, PAID STATE HOLIDAYS, AND A MANDATORY RETIREMENT PLAN IN ADDITION TO MANY OTHER TYPES OF BENEFITS. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BENEFITS PACKAGE, PLEASE VISIT https://web.uri.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/Classified-Benefits-At-A-Glance-1-22.pdf AND https://www.exploreemployeebenefits.ri.gov/ A pre-employment criminal background check is required for the successful applicant and will be paid for by the University.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/11592

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Other Document
Required License
Other Document

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you currently a Clinical Psychiatric Nurse Specialist in UNAP (United Nurses and Allied Professionals) Union?
- Yes — Please include Local of Union in your cover letter.
- No
* Do you possess a Master’s Degree in Nursing with a certification as a clinical specialist in psychiatric mental health nursing, authorized to practice in the expanded role in the State of RI?
- Yes–Please attach as “OTHER DOCUMENT” during the application process.
- No
* Do you possess a Registered Nurses License in the State of RI and be authorized to practice in the expanded role as a clinical specialist in psychiatric mental health nursing? Please attach as “REQUIRED LICENSE”
- Yes–Please attach as “REQUIRED LICENSE” during the application process.
- No
* Do you possess current registration numbers with the RI Department of Health and with the Drug Enforcement Administration for prescribing medications?
- Yes–Please attach as “OTHER DOCUMENT” during the application process.
- No
* Do you possess one to two years of experience practicing in the expanded role as a prescribing psychiatric clinical nurse specialist?
- Yes–Please support your answer in either your cover letter or resume
- No

Psychiatric Provider

Job Summary

Provide mental health care to matriculated undergraduate and graduate students including psychiatric assessments, ongoing appointments and the prescription and monitoring of medications as appropriate. Provide clinical consultation to the Counseling and Medical service staff as needed.

Essential Functions

Perform initial psychiatric evaluations, ongoing clinical appointments, and crisis intervention. (60%)

Conduct psychiatric evaluations of students by eliciting a thorough history, performing mental status exams, conducting risk assessments and creating a biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessment. This may include ordering or reviewing laboratory studies, as well as medical and psychiatric records, and/or eliciting additional history from therapists or other treaters.

Provide ongoing psychopharmacologic treatment for a caseload of students according to professional standards of care

Demonstrate an awareness of and utilize appropriate psychopharmacological treatments for various psychiatric disorders that commonly impact young adults

Utilize a psychological conceptualization and psychotherapeutic techniques to develop and maintain a treatment alliance

Utilize a collaborative approach in developing an understanding of the patient and in creating a treatment plan.

Demonstrate the capacity to analyze symptom severity and to compare risks and benefits of various treatments and develop treatment plans, in collaboration with students, that take these factors into account

Maintain a strong understanding of developmental and mental health challenges affecting late adolescents and young adults.

Provide time sensitive treatment compatible with the academic calendar.

Refer students to other service providers, on and off campus as needed.

Provide crisis intervention during office hours and serve as on-call after-hours clinician as part of staff rotation

Provide individual and group therapy as needed.

Facilitate and provide clinical support for psychiatric hospitalizations as needed.

Communicate with students and nursing staff as clinically indicated to respond to requests for prescription refills

Provide consultation and work collaboratively and cooperatively with other clinical staff members and community providers. (20%)

Attend staff meetings and treatment plan meetings as needed

Work effectively as a member of the Counseling Services staff and the Schacht Center for Health and Wellness

Demonstrate consultation and collaboration skills in working as a member of the Psychiatric Care Team

Attend Student Affairs divisional meetings and collaborate, as appropriate, with campus partners

Provide needed documentation and consultation for student accommodations in partnership with the Class Deans’ office and Office of Disability Services

Consult with family members of students as needed.

Refer students to other service providers, on and off campus as needed.

Provide and attend in-service trainings

Participate in outreach programming.

Maintain timely clinical records. (15%)

Document psychiatric assessments, clinical appointments and medication refills in a manner consistent with the policies of the Schacht Center

Review students’ records and files to determine the progress, effectiveness, and appropriateness of treatment services offered.

Prepare psychiatric reports as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Psychiatry, Director of Counseling Services, or Director of the Schacht Center for Health and Wellness. (5%)

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)

Licensure in Massachusetts or ability to obtain MA licensure. Experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds.

For Psychiatrists- MD or DO degree, Completion of an accredited residency program in Adult Psychiatry, Board certified or Board eligible in Adult Psychiatry.

For Nurse Practitioners- PMHNP degree with minimum 2-5 years experience post degree completion or APRN/FNP degree with minimum 5-8 years experience and extensive experience with mental health prescribing.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with college populations and diverse constituencies

Demonstrated knowledge of (trans)gender affirming psychiatric practices, historical/intergenerational trauma, and racial trauma-responsive practices.

A strong understanding of developmental and mental health challenges affecting late adolescence and young adult populations.

Awareness of telehealth practices

A commitment to the core values of the college, student affairs division, and Schacht Center.

Ability to foster equitable, inclusive and collaborative psychiatric care.

Empathy and positivity in work engagement with students and colleagues.

Ability to collaborate effectively with a team and a willingness to contribute to the overall wellness of the college community.

Additional Information

For the care and safety of our community, Smith College requires that all employees be vaccinated as a condition of employment and as such, the incumbent will be required to be immunized against COVID-19 on or before their first day of employment. Proof of vaccination status will be required. Individuals may seek medical or religious exemption with HR, but must do so prior to their arrival.

TO APPLY: https://smithcollege.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/smithcollege/job/Smith-College/Psychiatric-Provider_R-202300093

1st Session Nurse for Maine Arts Camp

Maine Arts Camp maineartscamp.com is entering its 18th summer and is located on the campus of The White Mountain School in Bethlehem, NH.

We have the following healthcare provider position open:

1st session nurse. This is a 3-week commitment, June 25-July15, with one week of staff training and two weeks of camp.

We have two full time nurses each session and the 1st session provider will work with an RN who will be spending her 13th summer with MAC. The nurses split shifts during the day, with one working the morning/afternoon (7:00 am – 2:30 pm) and the other afternoon/evening (2:30 pm – 10:00 pm). During the two weeks, the full-time providers have two full days off (24 hours).
Salary for the 3 weeks is $3000-$3600 for an RN, depending on experience. This position is also open to LPN’s and EMT’s. Salary for providers holding these certifications TBD.
This position includes room and board.
The applicant must be licensed as RN, LPN, WFR or EMT in the state of NH or hold a multistate license which includes NH and hold current CPR certification.

For more information, contact Rick Mades, camp director at maineartscamprick@gmail.com or 561-865-4330.

Director of Health Services

Job no: 517644
Position type: Staff Full Time
Benefit Status: Benefited-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Health Services
Salary: Salary commensurate with grade/range
Applications Open: Jan 25 2023
Applications Close: Open until filled

General Summary of Position:

The University of Massachusetts, Lowell is searching for a leader to take on the role of Director of Health Services a unit within the Wellness Center.

The Director of Health Services (HS) is part of a leadership team, along with the Director of Counseling Services who report to the Associate Dean of Student Health and Wellness within the Wellness Center, located in University Crossing. The Directors collectively provide leadership and management of their respective units towards providing quality, holistic, accessible care to the students at the University of Massachusetts Lowell to support and facilitate their personal and academic success. Students are not charged/billed for the provision of basic direct service when presenting to the Wellness Center to eliminate economic barriers. The Director also engages in a limited amount of direct care to students towards keeping abreast of current clinical conditions.

The Director of HS oversees and supports a skilled and caring staff of nurse practitioners, nurses, and who provide direct care to full time undergraduate and graduate students. The unit also regularly precepts NP students from UML’s Solomont School of Nursing. The Director also supervises the Medical Records Manager who has the primary responsibility of assuring compliance to mandated immunization requirements. The Director in collaboration with the Associate Dean also are designated parties supporting access to health insurance in accordance with state and federal law. In addition, the Director serves on a number of campus wide teams to integrate the perspective of health into policies and practices within UMass Lowell.

We are seeking a MA licensed Family Nurse Practitioner with seven-10 years active clinical experience with a minimum of a Master’s degree, DNP preferred with other requirements listed in the job posting. A minimum of five years’ experience in college health or like experience with college aged students is required, with experience in working with a residential population a plus. The well qualified candidate will ideally will have had a minimum of three years of leadership experience that includes staff supervision experience.

UMass Lowell is a residential national research university with a NCAA Division 1 sports programs committed to supporting the whole student. Our student population mirrors the diversity of our host community, the City of Lowell, and UMass Lowell has received a variety of accolades including for support of first generation students, and Veterans.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

Education:

Family Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of a Master’s degree required, DNP preferred

Certifications/Licensures:

Certification by a nationally recognized credentialing agency
Current RN/NP registration with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing
DEA and Massachusetts prescriptive authority registration

Experience:

Minimum of five years in college/university health setting or within a similar setting with young adults
Experience with a residential population strongly preferred
Minimum of three years in a leadership role including staff supervision
Minimum 10 years as a nurse practitioner
Excellent clinical knowledge and judgment
Ability to function independently, strategically plan and handle multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously

Skills:

Must be able to respectfully and effectively interact with a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty encouraging the values of equity, inclusion, and diversity espoused by UMass Lowell
Strong interpersonal and problem solving skills
Ability to set priorities and establish/interpret policies and procedures
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and EHR systems
Knowledge of risk management, medical ethics, and medical-legal liability

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Only Internal Professional (SEIU 888 Professional Union) Bargaining candidates will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

This is an SEIU 888 Professional Union position, Grade P22.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information for three references will be required at the time of application.

Apply Now: https://explorejobs.uml.edu/en-us/job/517644/director-of-health-services

Nurse Practitioner (Per Diem and Full Time)

Position Title	Nurse Practitioner (Per Diem and Full Time)
Overview	Provide diagnostic and treatment services to patients of the student health center. The Student Health Center at Providence College is looking to hire a full time Nurse Practitioner, or per diem Nurse Practitioners. This position is a 9 month, academic year, position with a competitive salary and lucrative benefits package!
Essential Duties:	1. Examine, diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment and/or referral to student patients presenting with symptoms. 2. Utilize laboratory, x-ray and other diagnostic testing in an appropriate and cost effective manner to manage patient care. Utilize third-party physicians and other medical professionals where appropriate. 3. Maintain clinical documentation on all patient encounters in a timely manner, including documentation of telephone calls, prescriptions and results reporting. Ensure that patient confidentiality is observed at all times. 4. Organize and handle scheduled caseload in a timely manner. Assist colleagues and staff in difficult or overload situations. 5. Support the administrative duties of the Student Health Center including ensuring effective patient flow, development of patient data for reporting purposes, and contribute to efficient office operations. Make recommendations regarding office services and procedures where appropriate.
Marginal Duties:	1.Perform all other duties as may be required.
Education and Experience Required	Registered Nurse with a Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution. Three to five years experience as a Nurse Practitioner, with experience in college health or adolescent medicine preferred. Certification as an adult or family Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive privileges. CPR certified. State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
Physical Demands	The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard. Communication skills using the spoken word. Ability to see within normal parameters. Ability to hear within normal range. Ability to move about.
Employee Status	Academic Year (9 months)
Salary Grade
Union Status	Non-Union
Shift:
If other, please enter regular schedule.	A full time schedule is Monday – Friday; 8: 30 am – 4:30 pm Per diem hours are flexible to fit within the College’s operating hours of 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
EEO Statement	Providence College does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, gender, except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information. The College will develop, and from time to time update, an affirmative action program and will insist on a good-faith effort on the part of its employees to comply with the program. The College will request and expect its agents and those with whom it conducts its affairs to meet the commitment of this important program.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	AS699P
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Transcripts

To apply: https://careers.providence.edu/postings/7205