Director, Neuroscience - Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center

Director, Neuroscience - Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Plans, organizes, implements, and controls activities and operations for the Neuroscience Institute. Accountability 24/7 for department operations. Manages and maintains growth and development for staff of Neuroscience Institute.  Assesses and maintains pertinent technology to meet standards of care. Coordinates team work with other Medical Center departments, MH Management, and within the Neuroscience Institute. Maintains quality of services rendered. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values. 


KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:



·  Plans, organizes, implements, and controls activities and operations in
the Neuroscience Institute.

·  Ensures operational excellence and delivery of quality services in accordance with 
applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards. Develops operating 
policies and procedures, quality assurance programs, customer service standards, and
  peer review. 

·  Formulates long-range plans for program/service development; sets goals and develops
  strategies for meeting those goals; anticipates possible problems and prepares 
contingent strategies.

·  Demonstrates a clear understanding of regulations applicable to patient care in the 
assigned areas.  Maintains departmental compliance with legal, regulatory, and hospital 
standards.

·  Directs the clinical activities of Associates reporting to the Neuroscience Institute;
monitors Associates performance and clarifies work expectations, assists with goal
setting, and promotes cooperation among individuals and groups.  Develops and 
 implements processes through orientation, training and education to ensure that the
competence of all staff members is assessed, maintained, improved and demonstrated 
 throughout their employment.

·  Prepares budgets and demonstrates fiscal accountability for department resources 
including human resources, equipment, supplies, and contracted services.  Ensures the 
department’s ability to achieve outcomes within allocated resources. 

·  Investigates and studies trends and developments in the field of neuroscience.
Participates in developing and implementing new programs, services, and procedures.

·  Promotes effective working relations and works effectively with other departments to
facilitate achievement of Neuroscience Institute goals and objectives.

·  Ensures a high level of customer service through regular communication and 
collaboration with Neuroscience Administrator, Medical Directors, and physicians.

 

EDUCATION/TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:
·  BA/BS in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or similar related clinical field.  Masters in 
health related field preferred. 

·  Minimum of 5 years progressively responsible work experience in an acute care hospital,
  with clinical experience in neurophysiology preferred.

·  Three or more years’ management experience.