Note: This is a DETAIL/TEMPORARY appointment (not to exceed 120 days). Supervisor approval in writing is required before starting if selected and you will return to you position at the conclusion of the detail/temporary assignment.

This announcement will close on 11/18/2024. The initial application review cut-off for this job announcement is 50 applications. The first 50 applications received will be considered first. Applications received after the initial cut-off number (50 applications) may not receive consideration unless otherwise requested by management.

Duties

• Incumbent serves as a member of the VACO General Post Fund Review Committee which reviews and approves the distribution of available resources to the field facilities.
• Provides program and technical support to Central Office, regional offices and medical center directors to maintain a high level of program activity.
• Supervises research and special projects directed towards utilizing information and data from the system to maintain and expand the program.
• Develops, coordinates and evaluates the training program required to operate the program successfully.
• Identifies the training needs and develops appropriate training experiences; and determines to what extent training improves performance.
• Develops guidelines and resource material to support institutionalizing methods in which VA can receive and act on VSO resolutions and other Issues in an expeditious and organized fashion.
• Serves as the principal representative, staff advisor and points of contact with Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) for the Under Secretary for Health.
• Develops, administers and coordinates a variety of organizational and operational issues that impact the work of the Voluntary Service Office.
• Develops guidelines and resource material to support institutionalizing methods in which VA can receive and act on VSO resolutions and other Issues in an expeditious and organized fashion.
• Serves as a member of the VA Central Office (VACO) General Post Fund Review Committee, which reviews and approves the distribution of available resources to the field facilities.
• Provides program and technical support to VACO, regional offices and medical center directors to maintain a high level of program activity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Compressed/Flexible: May be available at management's discretion.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Director of Voluntary Service Program/PD009990
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.

Starting at $143,737 Per Year (GS 15)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:

The incumbent practices in The Education Service Line as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) IV. They provide a full range of services emphasizing quality, timeliness, and advancing the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The APN IV executes leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross services and/or disciplines and influence the organization's mission and health care. The APN IV practices to the full extent of their education, training, and certification.

FUNCTIONS OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:

The Chief APN IV is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who is a senior level leader. This position has extensive knowledge of Office of Academic Affiliation Policies and Procedures and responsible for maintaining compliance and accreditation for the Health Care System

Executive leadership characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross services and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and health care. The APN IV is responsible for leadership of service and programmatic operations, both clinical and administrative. They function as an administrator, educator, and consultant in collaboration with all clinical services/programs at the facility or network level, interdisciplinary service leaders, and executive leadership. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with all levels of medical center personnel and relates effectively with customers, families, and the community.

The APN IV (1) Assists Nurse leaders, APNs, and interdisciplinary clinicians in carrying out the functions and activities expected of them, (2) Contributes ideas and recommendations for the establishment of standards of care, policies, and objectives for the enhancement of clinical practice, (3) Leads and collaborates in policy-making activities as related to customer service and the overall functioning of administrative and clinical programs, and (4) Collaborates with other health care staff to establish and maintain programs that cross services and/or disciplines that influence organizational mission and health care.

DIMENSIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE:

PRACTICE: Demonstrates expert clinical skills and the ability to analyze complex medical issues in a leadership role at the program/service level or above.
Expectations:
1. Provides executive input in the strategic plan, budget, mission, operations, and policy development for local and network efforts.
2. Utilizes current trends and relevant theories in an analytical framework to design, implement, and measure integrated programs and activities to achieve clinical and administrative goals.
3. Evaluates outcomes against strategic priorities.
4. Demonstrates substantial and continuous responsibility for directing and managing an integrated service/program.
5. Serves as a consultant to medical center staff and the greater community in areas of expertise.
6. Demonstrates grade-appropriate, consistent critical thinking skills.

OUTCOME FOCUS: Evaluates the care delivery system from the service level and beyond; leading and implementing projects that improve the delivery of care at the program/service level or above.
Expectations
1. Identifies outcomes that can be improved and leads the performance improvement process to enhance and/or sustain clinical and administrative outcomes.
2. Identifies, develops, and/or initiates programs to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
3. Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and review/revision of policies, protocols, procedures, standards of care, competencies and privileges for complex and diverse integrated programs and evaluates operational outcomes.
4. Utilizes a variety of evaluation strategies to define the overall effectiveness and outcomes of applications, software, and hardware.
5. Identifies performance improvement opportunities and initiates/leads quality improvement teams to collect data, analyze results, and design practice changes to improve outcomes.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (subject to change based on agency needs)
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $185,283 Per Year (VN 4)

-Serves as Chief of Health Information Management (CHIM) with full program responsibility for all facets of the Health Information Management (HIM) program and processes. Must ensure HIM program meets and/or exceed national HIM policies, procedures, and performance metrics. Responsible for the administrative management of health records, which includes planning, managing, advising, and directing the health information program in accordance with applicable Federal laws, facility by-laws, VHA policy, The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), and other regulatory and accrediting agency standards.

-Responsible for all facets of health records management for the facility ensuring maintenance of complete, accurate, timely, clinically-pertinent, and readily-accessible patient health records, which contain sufficient recorded information to serve as a basis to plan patient care, support diagnoses, warrant treatment, measure outcomes, support education and facilitate performance improvement processes and legal requirements. Develops policies, processes, and procedures that address all VA, Federal, regulatory, and accrediting requirements for HIM.

-Provides detailed technical expertise in health records science and other very technical aspects of HIM. Maintains all health information input into the local VistA database and assures timely transmission of that data into all VA centralized databases - most frequently those maintained at the Austin Data Processing Center. Must assure that all health information that is coded and abstracted meets the requirements of the VA and/or TJC and is consistent with professional health records standards.

-Clinical support role: Serves as a key advisor to the Chief of Staff, Executive Management, and clinicians and is responsible for providing technical guidance on health information issues such as documentation requirements, liability issues, advance directives, informed consent, release of information, transcription/speech recognition, health information exchange, etc.

-Completes internal quality assurance reviews to ensure employee performance and that work meets quality and quantity standards. Establishes monitors to ensure the timeliness of health record entries and reports findings with subsequent trending of data.

-Serves as a key member of the Quality Improvement (QI) team, works closely with QI personnel, and is responsible for assuring that the facility is compliant with all TJC standards regarding health information.

-Assures that all patients have a complete, accurate, and timely record of their health care at the facility. Must assure that such information is appropriately stored and readily available for the provision of medical services to the patients.

-Responsible for leading the automation of all health information systems. Working closely with Information Technology (IT) and Clinical Informatics, the incumbent must guide the automation of health record documentation, health record tracking, and physician incomplete record tracking.

-Conducts training programs in various areas health information management, such as medical terminology, health record documentation, release of information, medico-legal matters, speech recognition/transcription, scanning, medical coding, clinical documentation improvement, and health information exchange. Responsible for establishing formal affiliation with university programs in health information and precepting students from such programs.

-Provides direct support to Regional Counsel. As necessary, incumbent will provide consultation services to members of the Counsel's staff in areas dealing with health information. Actively participates at national and VISN levels as a resource person on health information matters. Participates in facility or VISN research activities related to health information and electronic health record (EHR) issues. Provides full support to accomplish VHA Central Office HIM Program Office strategic goals and objectives.

-CHIM at this level has the full complement of HIM supervisory responsibility including coding, record completion, file room, scanning, release of information, and transcription and which consists of a mixture of HT38 (675 and 669) and T5 positions. May also oversee the facility Records Manager. Incumbent is responsible for directing the operations of all personnel working within the HIM program and is regularly involved in labor relations and budget management. Participates in the recruitment, interview, selection, and orientation process of all HIM positions.

Work Schedule: M-F; 08:00AM-4:30 PM MST
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 55604-0
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Starting at $86,962 Per Year (GS 12)

This is a Temporary Promotion NTE 120 days. May be extended based on facility need.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 0800 - 1630
Telework: Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 04984F
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Major Duties include but are not limited to:

At least 95% of the incumbent's time is spent performing duties of significant scope, complexity, and variety. Collaborates with rehabilitation services administrative staff, including the business manager, administrative officer, and program/medical support assistants, to achieve program objectives.

Administrative:

1. Effectively supervises, directs, and assigns work to 23 permanent employees, students/interns, and volunteers in eight distinct clinical settings and one administrative area. Clinical settings include inpatient, acute, outpatient orthopedics, outpatient neurology, pain clinic, community living center, Santa Rosa community-based outpatient clinic, home-based primary care, and integrative health service. Also oversees the physical therapy utilization review program in the office of community care and coordinates delivery of care across multiple practice settings.
2. Performs human resource management functions including recruitment, interview, and selection processes; performance management/monitoring (including promotions and disciplinary actions); and monitoring clinical privileges.
3. Demonstrates skill in managing interpersonal relationships and conflict resolution with a diverse workforce.
4. Continuously monitors section workload and productivity as well as clinic and consult metrics data to optimize practice and maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Clinical:

1. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of evidence-based practices and clinical practice guidelines across multiple professional areas.
2. Demonstrates the ability to make autonomous clinical decisions in a direct access environment with consideration for local scope of practice guidelines. This includes the ability to independently evaluate and treat patients seeking physical therapy services.
3. Provides guidance and structure to staff therapists by applying current knowledge to individual practice settings.
4. Regularly reviews the section's clinical programs to ensure that current methodologies are practiced.

Education & Research:

1. Organizes and conducts medical center and departmental orientation for new employees.
2. Develops and maintains position-specific competencies as required and identifies employees' education and training needs.
3. Organizes and implements the section's ongoing in-service training programs through lecture format and workshop/lab classes.
4. Organizes vendor in-services to educate therapy staff on state-of-the-art rehabilitation technologies.

Starting at $148,538 Per Year (GS 14)

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Collaborates in a team-oriented professional environment to develop new models of care that improve access and coordination of care; educates and empowers Veterans and their families; enhances the quality of human interactions and therapeutic alliances; and promotes the coordination, continuity and integration of care. Demonstrates flexibility, integrity and accountability in a work ethic that emphasizes excellence and quality.
• Directs health care programs, delegating authority and responsibility to meet both VALBHS and Medicine Healthcare Group (HCG) goals
• Supervises the clinical Section Chiefs in addition to assigned Medicine Service administrative staff, and responsible for assigning duties to staff within Medicine Service.
• Collaborates with hospital leadership in identifying strategic opportunities and initiatives; Develops, as appropriate, key performance metrics (KPIs).
• Responsible for meeting clinical performance measures related to Medicine HCG and assisting hospital leadership, when possible, in meeting facility-wide measures.
• Participates in wide-ranging and higher-level management functions for Medicine HCG through participation and planning in operational boards, councils and committees within VALBHS, VISN22 and VHA.
• Serves as primary liaison for common interests between VALBHS and UC Irvine, and specifically, the Department of Medicine and its Subspecialty Divisions.
• Provide direct clinical and administrative oversight for medical students and Internal Medicine residents.
• Determines goals, priorities and direction for the Medicine Service and its clinical operations and administrative functions, reflecting and demonstrating support of the Medical Service, Chief of Staff, Medical Center Director's, VISN Network and National goals.
• Provide direct patient care in are of specialty approximately 30% of the time.
• Oversees all personnel management aspects of Medicine Service, including credentialing and privileging, defining scope of practice/privileges for medicine personnel, focused and ongoing professional practice evaluations, ongoing performance evaluations and assures the maintenance of continuing education for staff physicians.
• Serves on hospital committees and task forces, both standing and ad hoc, as appropriate
• Facilitates and encourages academic physicians to pursue education and research opportunities. Collaborates with the Chair, Department of Medicine, UC Irvine and oversees time allocation and activities of physicians involved in VA-approved and VA-funded research.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Starting at $200,000 Per Year (VM 15)

The Chief of Operations Officer (COO) is located in the Operations Division, Fort Yuma Service Unit, Winterhaven CA. This position is tasked with providing leadership and management to ensure that the health center has effective people, operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures in place to effectively grow the organization and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. The position reports to the Chief Executive Officer.

• Participate in all Executive level team management functions, such as Governing Board, Tribal Councils, Tribal Health Committees, Tribal Elder Committees, and other assigned speaking engagements.
• Participates in the development and implementation of both long and short term policies and plans for the healthcare delivery system.
• Forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
• Assumes a leadership role in facilitating advice/guidance of personnel management policies for management of the health care system.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relations with other governmental agencies, education entities, Indian tribes served community at large, IHS employees and other health agencies.

Starting at $142,094 Per Year (GS 14)

• Develops, manages, plans and administers a diverse sports, fitness and aquatics program.
• Supervises three or more Supervisory Recreation Specialists (NF-0188-03) or Sports, Fitness and Aquatics Coordinators and approximately 30 full-time and part-time non-appropriated and appropriated fund personnel.
• Responsible for training supervising and scheduling. Interviews and prepares necessary paperwork for hiring personnel. Evaluates performance; initiates appropriate disciplinary actions. Work is reviewed for timeliness and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintains management and operational control and oversight of gymnasiums, fitness centers, swimming pool, intramural sports programs, special sports, fitness and aquatic events and outdoor courts and fields.
• Uses initiative, judgment and originality in sports, fitness and aquatic programming, planning, marketing and control. Continuously evaluates customer needs and devises procedures for use by subordinates' managers to evaluate patron's needs and interests on an on-going basis.
• Takes corrective action, as required, to ensure accuracy of data and effectiveness of programs, activities and business processes. Responsible for programming base wide sports, fitness and aquatic special events, targeting base population and working in conjunction with tenant commands and activities.
• Develops activity goals and objectives. Supports the customer feedback program, employee recognition program, facility inspections and divisional programming efforts. Develops short and long range plans to ensure that the recreation program remains up-to-date.
• Responsible for providing sports, fitness and aquatic activities and programs for authorized patrons as a means of improving fitness and health enhancement and providing a support system for active duty Navy through evaluation, education and exercise.
• Establishes and monitors employee training for all sports, fitness and aquatic program personnel. Provides guidance to subordinate managers in the development of individual training plans. Ensures all levels of supervision are informed of program policies, special events, problems or other pertinent information. Ensures equal opportunity employment practice.
• Schedules and publicizes all activities and programs insuring maximum effectiveness in attracting and motivating participants and in providing the widest possible range of activities and programs in terms of interest and needs.
• Represents the sports, fitness and aquatic programs at mandatory meetings, various conferences, budget review, etc., concerning current and future programs, practices and trends.
• Responsible for ensuring that maintenance and repair is accomplished for all equipment and grounds within the sports, fitness and aquatic program. Establishes and maintains adequate replenishment levels for supplies and materials. Makes recommendations for purchases, surveys, repairs and/or modifications.
• Develops and establishes budget criteria for the sports, fitness and aquatic programs. Analyzes financial data, reviews the budget and submits reports and recommendations. Ensures financial integrity for the operation and required reports and records are properly maintained.
• Provides for adequate staffing; effective training and supervision of subordinate employees; informs staff of required operational policies. Evaluates personnel performance, initiates disciplinary action and recommends other appropriate personnel actions.
• Ensures compliance with fire, safety, sanitation and security regulations.
• Carries out EEO policies and communicates support of these policies to subordinates. Assures quality in determining selections, assignments, training, promotions, details, qualifications, discipline and awards to employees.
• Cooperates and participates fully in the development of an EEO affirmative action plan and efforts regarding staffing, motivation and training to develop all employees.
• Ensures that minorities and women are considered for opportunities and are also nominated/appointed to boards and committees. Coordinates efforts with EEO officials during the development of policy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Starting at $75,000 Per Year (NF 4)

• Implements and sustains a comprehensive quality assurance and patient safety programs.
• Leads, develops and manages strategies for measurement aligned with external and internal benchmarks and standards of quality, patient safety, patient experience and risk management.
• Aligns activities, policies, process guidance and analysis (measurement, review, examination) with accreditation standards for quality, patient safety, patient experience, and risk management defined by TJC and AAAHC and industry recognized best practices from reputable sources.
• Develops work plans and performance evaluation criteria; ensures subordinates achieve Agency goals. Provides management direction and leadership under the general direction of the Office Director. Provides leadership, guidance, and direction for the IHS programs supporting and ensuring quality assurance, compliance, patient safety, and risk management. Formulates budget requests and develops related supporting justification narratives to meet program objectives of ensuring consistently high quality in all IHS clinical operations.
• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work; Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees; Evaluate work performance of subordinates; Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to employees, and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager; Interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommends appointment, promotion, or reassignment; Hears and resolves complaints from employees, refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager; Effects minor disciplinary measure of warnings and reprimands, and recommends other action in more serious cases; Identifies
  developmental and training needs of employees, provides or arranges for needed development and training; Finds ways to improve

Starting at $163,964 Per Year (GS 15)

The Deputy Executive Director, Medical Center's managerial duties and responsibilities involve final decisions which have a direct and substantial effect on the health care organization and programs.

These include, but are not limited to, decisions affecting the nature, scope and quality of, and emphases in the facility's/system's patient care programs and activities.

The Deputy Executive Director, Medical Center in collaboration with the Executive Director, Medical Center:

* Determines program goals and objectives, and develops short and long-range plans for achieving them, in conjunction with the overall plans of the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) consistent with the strategic planning process;

* Directs a comprehensive evaluation of program goals and objectives and makes necessary adjustments to improve delivery of patient care services;

* Establishes local policy in such areas as program emphases and operating guidelines;

* Administers a system for the development and communication of program policies and procedures in accordance with new or existing rules and regulations, and ensures adherence to them; and

* Administers a management reporting system which provides appropriate data for decision making in such areas as: organizational improvements; changes in delegations of authority; position management; and coordination among the center's programs and services.

The Deputy Executive Director, Medical Center will :

* Organize and control program evaluation activities;

* Develop and coordinate a quality assurance program to ensure that both clinical and administrative activities are in compliance with standards issued by various accrediting and regulatory groups;

* Develop plans (with target completion dates) to ensure that action has been taken to correct deficiencies cited by accrediting bodies*Conduct a comprehensive and effective quality management program for the standpoint of quality or program/service management, and

*Ensure that patient complaints related to the communication of clinical aspects of their care are promptly addressed.

The Deputy Executive Director, Medical Center:

*Develops with the participation of administrative and clinical managers and chiefs, plans for fiscal year plans that meet the objectives of current and proposed programs;

* Develops a balanced financial plan designed to meet realistic needs of the facility and the network; makes important decisions substantially affecting economy of operations by limiting operating expenses without impairing patient care activities through management assessment, cost effective position management techniques, reorganization, methods improvements, and automation;

*Ensures that utilization of available resources is in line with plan or modified through recurring review;

*Allocates available resources to provide the best possible patient care in line with established priorities;

*Expects and obtains, as the accountable official, positive accomplishments in effective utilization of resources as relaxed to budget, manpower, equipment, contractual services, physical facility needs and FTEE control;

*Protects integrity of the budget, position management, classification and other processes to ensure compliance with existing statutes, and regulations; and takes timely corrective action where delegated responsibilities are not being properly applied or executed.

Starting at $147,649 Per Year (ES 00)

NOTE: Please see Condition of Employment for additional locations that are negotiable upon selection.

The Deputy Network Director (DND) will serve as the alter ego to the Network Director (ND). As such, the DND directs highly complex healthcare delivery programs that involve major policy development of mission essential functions of VHA, which impacts the national economy. The DND oversees day-to-day operations of the VISN to ensuring oversight and integration of the functioning of the medical centers and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC).

The assigned duties require extensive knowledge of quality assessment, survey instruments and techniques. The incumbent must also have a full understanding of the requirements of various accrediting bodies (e.g. JCAHO, CARF, etc.) as they apply to the different types of facilities and programs within the VISN, such that recommendations to correct deficiencies may be made. Such ability and skill are based upon the incumbent's professional training and knowledge of health systems management and trends.

The incumbent must have extensive knowledge of the administrative operation of medical facilities, including Financial Management, Human Resources, Acquisition and Materials Management, Engineering, Patient Administration, etc.

Coordinates functions between the VISN's facilities and the Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Operations and Management.

This position has the responsibility to direct the organization's daily operation and management of VISN employees to accomplish the business of caring for enrolled Veterans' health care needs managing a large budget.

Business Management- Coordinates and assists in the development of the annual VISN strategic and business plan. Works closely with the VISN Strategic Planner (SP) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Operations Manager (OM) to ensure that long and short range goals are identified and accomplished and that resources are adjusted to adequately support operating initiatives.

- Works with the VISN CFO, SP and OM in developing and executing the budget and financial plans and that those actions are based on effective controls and realistic projections.

- Works directly with OM and CFO in striving to achieve financial and operating goals to include establishing monitors to asses value and measure program and system performance.

- Administers a data management reporting system which provides appropriate data for decision-making in such areas as: organizational improvements; changes in delegation of authority; position management and coordination among the VISN's programs and services.

The incumbent personally assists the Executive Director, Veterans Integrated Service Network in special complex assignments often of a highly sensitive nature. He/she is involved at all levels- Headquarters, Network Office and Medical Center, and must be intimately knowledgeable about the missions, functions, and operations of all three. In every instance, the incumbent is expected to fully understand the mission and operational objectives of highly affiliated tertiary care medical centers, unaffiliated secondary care medical centers, domicillaries, nursing home, outpatient clinics, and the numerous and various organizational components of VA Headquarters.

The incumbent functions as liaison with all elements of Headquarters, and is required to have an in-depth working knowledge of all facilities in the Network.

The incumbent is an important member of the decision making team in the Executive Director, Veterans Integrated Service Network's office. He/she provides input to and makes decisions that have strong impact on medical center, Network and national matters.

These decisions affect critical healthcare operations, research programs, educational and training matters, DoD contingency support, as well as all administrative activities.

As a result of these decisions, the incumbent directly impacts initiation, expansion and/or curtailment of programs; reallocation and reprogramming of resources; reorganization of services, prioritization of projects and programs, and the determination of both short and long-range goals.

The incumbent is a full member of the network executive leadership Council and Governance Board.

Works directly with all VISN entities as well as external sources to ensure that objectives in quality and performance measurement are met.

Establishes mechanisms that analyze quality and performance improvement by constantly monitoring internal and external sources.

Starting at $147,649 Per Year (ES 00)

**This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until January 10th, 2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 11/12/2024, with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks. Eligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available.*

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more.
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance

Work Schedule: Full-time, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

The Chief of Surgical Service reports directly to the Chief of Staff (COS) and is an actively practicing surgeon or surgical specialty physician. The Chief of Surgery will support the COS in carrying out the VA mission and ensure compliance with VA and facility directives. The Chief of Surgery will be responsible for all clinical and administrative requirements within the service. The incumbent will ensure representation of the surgical service at meetings to meet facility, VISN, or National objectives.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Strong leadership abilities in both clinical and administrative aspects of surgical care.
• Ensure the Development and implementation of a comprehensive healthcare delivery system in coordination with the VHA Mission.
• Identify and address opportunities to improve patient care within the facility; Maintain a collaborative partnership with all other service chiefs, VACCHCS and VISN leadership.
• Oversight of the various sections within the service and ensure they are compliant with VHA policy.
• Maintain privileges and practice in his/her specialty field.
• Participate in surgical call coverage for consultation and patient care.
• Ensure high quality patient care is delivered in a resource efficient manner.
• Promote the development of healthcare professionals within the service.
• Participate in the selection of qualified professional staff and ensure that recruitment and hiring meets VA and academic affiliation requirements.
• Knowledgeable in the functioning of residency and allied health educational programs within the service.
• Schedule and participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Ensure appropriate systems are in place to review, analyze, and evaluate patient care activities.
• Monitor and tracking performance measures under Surgical Services scope of practice.
• Monitor and ensure each section's staff are in compliance with VA, and other accrediting bodies as well as all other pertinent regulations/policies as appropriate.
• Provide consultation and facilitate disposition of surgical care for our patients.
• Demonstrate the ability to appropriately and courteously relate to internal and external customers.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patient/employee information, and to function and work in a safe manner.
• Knowledge of changes associated with ageing and principles of human growth and development possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data.
• Ability to identify age-specific needs such as incorporating age specific factors, and needs into patient care activities.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Starting at $350,000 Per Year (VM 15)

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified selectee.
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
Duties: The VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care System, Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a full-time Emergency Medicine Service Chief. Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Providing leadership and management for the emergency department
• Working cooperatively and supportively with the members of the executive leadership team, members of the medical staff, and Nursing to assure the best possible emergency care is provided to patients who present to the emergency department.
• Working cooperatively with the heads of diagnostic and therapeutic departments to ensure availability, quality, and effective use of services.
• Working with chiefs of services to ensure services meet the emergent care needs of Veterans are appropriate.
• Providing significant input into the preparation of the departmental budget and strategic planning.
• Monitoring community needs and providing significant input into disaster planning and fostering a productive relationship with local EMS systems to promote effective acute care of Veterans.
• Working cooperatively with academic affiliates with a goal of hosting emergency medicine residents in the future.
• Maintaining a faculty appointment with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA in the Department of Emergency Medicine
• Supporting the academic missions of teaching residents and medical students and promoting research.

Work Schedule: Variable; a minimum of 80 hours of service per biweekly pay period is expected.

Starting at $200,000 Per Year (VM 15)

Job Summary:

The Program Management Director will support a large USAID global health security (GHS) project, managing cross-functional teams from award through close-out. Provides overall strategic direction for project management support including plans to determine technical implementation, activity scheduling, budget, procedures, staffing, and allotment of resources needed for projects. Identifies specialized partnership needs, engages qualified partners to ensure technical performance. Contributes project experience and learning to global thought leadership initiatives in specific area of technical specialization. Plans and directs schedules and monitors budget/spending. Organizes interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of the project on schedule and within budget constraints. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure efficient project implementation. This position will report to the Project Director and act as their backup.This position is contingent upon successful award.

Accountabilities:

• Provide support to the Project Director to ensure the project is implemented in an efficient, compliant, timely and results-oriented manner.
• Serves as the program and country management technical lead and key point of contact for the prime implementing organization on a large project.
• Oversees country programs, working closely with Country Directors, Technical Director, and technical leads to ensure smooth project implementation, tracks performance against project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables.
• Establishes work plans, project teams, and SOPs to meet project goals and ensure compliance with organizational and donor policies.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities, in coordination with the Technical and Strategic Information Director, to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
• Coordinate the provision of technical and management support to established country programs to ensure timely achievement of project objectives and deliverables, e.g. managing employee and consultant hiring process including recruitment, interviewing, and development of solicitations and scopes of work.
• Manage, implement, and monitor systems, services, staff, and budgets to achieve financial, administrative and project goals.
• Provide timely and accurate project reports to FHI 360 and donors, as required.
• Works closely with the Finance Director to develop, review, and monitor approved budgets.
• Identify, escalate and mitigate programmatic and financial risk across the award, including through all subagreements/contracts.
• Oversees execution and management of subs throughout the life of project.
• Ensure compliance with FHI 360 procurement and financial reporting procedures by field-based programs and serving as a resource to field finance and administrative staff on procurement and payment procedures.
• Ensures high quality technical deliverables—including workplans and annual reports—are developed, submitted and approved on schedule and within budget parameters.
• Develops and implements processes and procedures to achieve strategic goals of the project.
• Provides direction to ensure technical activities are compliant with client agreements, government regulations and the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Responds to client requests and questions on project matters and ensures timely drafts and submissions of consents, approvals and/or waivers.
• Recruits, orients, and supervises project staff to support project and ensure the completion of programmatic and workforce planning needs are met and achieved.
• Provide leadership to staff to ensure the development of timely, high quality and regulation compliant reporting per FHI 360 and donor guidelines.
• Provide supportive guidance and supervision to staff, and managers who are charged to implement projects within the assigned area of expertise.
• Collaborate with cross functional groups on matters concerning staff development that leverages international staff to mentor local staff, so as to maintain project accountability and scale in the short term and fast track capacity building for the long term.
• Support performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Effective strategic planning, project evaluation and project management skills.
• Strong business acumen, staff development, management, and reporting experience.
• Strong consultative and negotiation skills.
• Operations management, corporate policies, compliance, and procedures oversight experience.
• Demonstrated public relations and diplomacy skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to speak the country’s language.
• Ability to build positive local working relationships with local communities, district government officials, UN and where appropriate, donor representatives.
• Ability to analyze and establish effective and supportive cross- project coordination, organizational procedures, and management systems.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Decisions and actions have a significant impact on management and operations.
• Problems encountered are moderate to complex and highly varied.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and manage resources for successful completion of projects.
• Exercises judgment to meet business strategies and develops objectives that align with organizational goals.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Assists in setting goals and budgets for projects and leads the country in achieving strategic goals.
• Leads coordination for fundraising planning and implementing strategies to increase private donor giving.
• Leads coordination of resources for ongoing projects across functional areas and addresses/ resolves issues.
• Typically reports to a Project Director.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in Business Administration, Public Health, Social Sciences or Related Field.
• Project Management (PM) Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Typically requires a minimum of 12+ years of relevant experience in managing USG projects, specifically USAID, management of GHS projects, and donor, sub-, and partner management.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Proficient with applicable rules, regulations, and policies associated with international development and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• 10% - 25%

The expected hiring salary range for this role is listed below. FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget. 

Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

Hiring Salary Range: $128,000 - $183,000

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks.

FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

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FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

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Company : ABC Fitness Solutions

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Job Description

INTRODUCTION:

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Data Engineering to join our team and drive our data transformation. This is an exciting opportunity for a data enthusiast who is passionate about working with cutting-edge technologies, developing large scale data solutions for the fitness industry, and broadening their skill set within an organization that values continuous learning and innovation.
 

As the Director of Data Engineering, you will play a key role in managing and evolving our Azure-based data infrastructure, developing strategic data initiatives, and working closely with our existing Director of Data Warehousing to optimize and build upon our data-driven decision-making processes. Your outstanding communication skills will be pivotal in bridging the gap between the technical and business worlds, ensuring that complex data challenges are clearly communicated and efficiently addressed.
 

As our Director of Data Engineering, you will step into a significant role where you can drive change, promote innovation, and work in partnership with our talented data warehousing team. We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where you can continuously learn, grow, and lead us on our journey to become a data-driven fitness industry leader. We can't wait to see the incredible things we can achieve together.
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic vision for the data engineering function that aligns with the company's broader objectives.
• Work closely with the Director of Data Warehousing to ensure the design, development, and maintenance of our Azure-based data warehouse (Synapse) meets and exceeds business needs.
• Implement efficient data processing systems using Azure Data Factory, and oversee the development of high-performance data pipelines that ensure data quality and integrity.
• Collaborate with various organizational leaders and stakeholders to deliver precise data solutions that address their unique needs.
• Guide the optimization of ETL processes and work alongside the data warehousing team to steer our journey toward a more data-driven future.
• Foster a data-driven culture within the organization and advocate for the use of data and analytics in decision-making across all levels.
• Lead and mentor a dynamic data engineering team, promoting a culture of continuous innovation and providing opportunities for professional development.
• Oversee the development and implementation of data governance and privacy policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and legal requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in data engineering, and introduce cutting-edge innovations into our practices.
• Use your strong English communication skills to clearly articulate our data strategy to stakeholders and senior management, and dive into the heart of data challenges to resolve them efficiently.
   

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience (less years required with advanced degrees), with at least 5 years of managerial experience.
• Exceptional written and oral communication when interacting with audiences of both technical and non-technical backgrounds.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale data warehouses and ETL processes.
• Exceptional knowledge of Azure technologies, including but not limited to Synapse, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI, and a commitment to staying current with Azure's latest products and services.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and other data manipulation languages.
• Deep understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and performance tuning.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team towards success.
• Superior English communication skills, capable of addressing complex data challenges clearly and efficiently to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent strategic planning and project management skills.
• Current knowledge of data privacy regulations and best practices.
   

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Purpose led company with a Values focused culture – Best Life, One Team, Growth Mindset
• Time Off – with our open PTO policy, you pick when you want time off when it’s best for you!
• Days of Disconnect – once a quarter, we take a collective breather and enjoy a day off together around the globe. #oneteam
• Parental & Pawternity Leave – we offer leave for when your family grows by two feet or four paws!
• Fitness Perk – we are committed to meeting you wherever you are in your fitness journey with a quarterly reimbursement
• Discounts – access to discounts with our partners, such as Dell, Microsoft & many more.
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• EAP – we get you help when you need it. Period.
• Calm App +4 – enjoy tranquility with a Calm App subscription for you and up to 4 dependents over the age of 16
• And more! – so many benefits we couldn’t even fit them all here!

We’re committed to diversity and passion, and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick all the listed skillsets!

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only and based on employees in the United States and may be different in other countries. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and location, as well as market and business considerations. Our pay range for U.S. based candidates for this position is $150,000-- $215,000 USD annually. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only and based on employees in Canada and may be different in other countries. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and location, as well as market and business considerations. Our pay range for Canada based candidates for this position is $140,500-- $195,100 CAD annually. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

ABC’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUALITY, BELONGING AND INCLUSION:
ABC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our clients and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. ABC leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to diversity, equality, belonging and inclusion at abcfitness.com

ABOUT ABC:

ABC Fitness (abcfitness.com) is the premier provider of software and related services for the fitness industry and has built a reputation for excellence in support for clubs and their members. ABC is the trusted provider to boost performance and create a total fitness experience for over 31 million members of clubs of all sizes whether a multi-location chain, franchise or an independent gym.
Founded in 1981, ABC helps over 24,000 gyms and health clubs globally perform better and more profitably offering a comprehensive SaaS club management solution that enables club operators to achieve optimal performance. ABC Fitness is a Thoma Bravo portfolio company, a private equity firm focused on investing in software and technology companies (thomabravo.com). #LI-REMOTE 

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Driven by our Purpose, we are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With more than 16,000 employees in more than 50 countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. We support more than 10,000 customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally.

 

Join a company where the people challenge themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. You will be part of a team known for its industry-leading talent, unparalleled portfolio, and unmatched commitment to customer success. Flowserve’s culture promotes recognition and rewards creativity, hard work, and commitment. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

  

Position Description:

The Director, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Operations role provides expert leadership and guidance to those that manage and/or lead in operations and facilities (cross platform and function). The purpose of this position is to ensure alignment and direction for the Regional HSE Managers to the Divisions and to monitor systems implementation consistency from a high level. This role is also responsible for the development of the HSE Regional Managers to ensure they are able to serve the business.

 

This position is located in the United States and reports directly to Director, HSE.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Champion culture change – lead with purpose, core values, and behaviors to promote and fully embed an Enterprise Safety Mindset within all employees across Flowserve

• Support consistent execution of the HSE strategy including programs, plans, policies, and procedures to go beyond governmental compliance requirements to adopt best practices that protect our employees, customers, communities, and physical assets

• Support the continuous improvement of methodology for monitoring, measuring, and achieving HSE objectives to prevent accidents, injuries, and pollution through ongoing improvement programs to operationalize best in class HSE principles

• Promote and implement consistent Safety Accountability actions and mindset across the business

• Lead standardization efforts to ensure all facilities within the enterprise operate under the same policies and procedures and are measured by the same performance metrics

• Provide guidance, coaching, mentoring, development, and leadership for direct and matrix HSE team globally

• Together with the HSE team, build relationships and lead with expert consultation, collaboration, and guidance on safety, health, industrial hygiene, environmental, and fire prevention

• Manage and support the development and consistent implementation of HSE training in our global facilities

 

Position Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience leading a team

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, HSE, Business, or a related field

• Manufacturing, Engineering, Consumer Products or related business experience

Preferences:

• Geographically mobile for development opportunities

• Prior HSE experience in both field locations and corporate environments

• Ability to influence, communicate, and collaborate at all organizational levels

• Expertise with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Flowserve offers competitive pay, annual bonuses, medical benefits on day 1, generous paid vacation time, paid holidays, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits!