PHYSICIAN 3/ ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR PRIMARY CARE & SAME DAY (85-100% FTE)

Company: University of Washington
Location: Seattle
Posted on: January 21, 2025

Job Description:

Req #:242258Department:HUSKY HEALTH CENTERAppointing Department Web Address:Job Location: Seattle Campus
Job Location Detail:On-site only -Posting Date:01/14/2025 -Closing Info:
Closes On - 01/21/2025Salary:$18,334- $20,000 per month -Other Compensation:Eligible for $7,500 recruitment incentive bonus -Limited Recruitment: Open to UW Employees only


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Shift:First Shift -
Benefits:



As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.Please note that this position has been re-posted. - If you have already submitted your application, you need not submit it again, as it has already been received. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. -
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. -
The Husky Health Center has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Director for Primary Care and Same Day to join their team.This position serves University of Washington students by providing leadership to the Primary Care and Same Day clinical units of Husky Health Center (HHC) and works independently as a healthcare provider in one or both of those units. The assistant director also serves as an expert patient care consultant and leads the clinical operations of these units. This position has a UW clinical faculty appointment and serves as a leader on the HHC Operations Team, Clinical Leadership Committee, and other groups. All HHC staff members are considered essential employees and are expected to report to work during UW closures for severe weather, natural disaster, or other emergency conditions.
This is an 85-100% FTE position.
ABOUT HUSKY HEALTH CENTERHusky Health Center (HHC) on the UW Seattle Campus is an AAAHC-accredited outpatient facility providing high quality health care to a wide range of individuals. Husky Health Center has approximately 38,000 patient visits annually, two thirds by undergraduate and graduate students and one third by faculty, staff and other community members. Husky Health is part of the UW Division of Student Life, and its primary mission is to support student success by providing excellent access to high quality comprehensive care. Providers contribute to the medical quality assurance and management needs of the clinic and are committed to supporting the UW Medicine's "Patients Are First" Service Culture Guidelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIESPractice high quality, evidence-based care as an experienced medical provider.
Exemplify "Patients Are First" Service Culture Guidelines and high standards of professionalism.
Fulfill all duties of the Physician 2 position.
Collaborate with other HHC staff and teams, other UW Medicine providers and services, and other UW organizations in order to provide excellent patient care.
Serve as a clinical consultant for providers in the Primary Care and Same Day units, including for procedural skills.
Identify clinical needs of UW students and opportunities for Quality Improvement.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIESProvide leadership excellence for the Primary Care and Same Day units and partner with other HHC leaders to ensure effective teamwork, efficient operations and compliance with clinical standards.
Lead semimonthly team meetings and serve on the Clinical Leadership Committee and other committees.
Create, approve, and maintain unit policies.
Assure that Primary Care and Same Day unit staffing and clinical services support HHC's hours of operation and meet patient flow needs.
Oversee the units' clinical programs, promote a culture of patient safety and Quality Improvement, contribute to regular Quality Improvement projects, and partner with the Medical Director and other leaders to monitor, evaluate, and improve quality of care.
Assist in reviewing patient satisfaction issues, unexpected clinical events, and potentially avoidable morbidity using Quality Improvement and Risk Management protocols.
Partner with the Medical Director and Clinic Manager to create provider schedules for the Primary Care and Same Day units.
Evaluate and approve timesheets and leave requests for providers in the unit.
Monitor the professional performance and clinical privileges of unit providers and complete annual performance reviews.
Provide coaching and mentoring to unit providers and staff, and participate in corrective action plans if needed.
Attend staff conferences and support continuing education and career development of providers and other clinic staff.
Assist HHC administration in assuring that HHC policies and procedures support accreditation standards (e.g., AAAHC, DOH).
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and organizations from UW Student Life and the UW Medicine system.
May perform outreach activities as recommended by the Executive Team.
May perform the duties of the Medical Director in the absence of the Medical Director or as delegated by the Medical Director or Executive Director.
May perform other administrative duties as requested.
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLSProvide effective, professional and compassionate patient care.
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Contribute to positive working relationships and teamwork with all roles and units.
Align unit initiatives with HHC mission, goals, and values.
Use medical knowledge and scientific evidence and methods to investigate, evaluate, and improve patient care.
Demonstrate behaviors that reflect a commitment to continuous professional development, ethical practice and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) principles and practices.
Demonstrate understanding of the contexts and systems in which health care is provided and ability to apply this knowledge to improve and optimize health care at Husky Health.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSA valid Washington State license to practice as a Physician by the Washington Board of Medical Examiners.
Prescriptive authority for legend drugs in the State of Washington.
Current U.S. Government Controlled Substance Registration (DEA) Certificate.
Meet requirements for licensing and certification in their specialty.
Meet Washington State CME requirements.
Meet HHC and UW Medicine credentialing and privileging requirements.
Two years of experience within the organization or five years in another relevant setting.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSExemplary experience and skill in medical practice.
Procedural skills for common primary care and urgent care procedures.
Experience and interest in caring for college and young adult populations.
Excellent leadership skills.
Commitment to the HHC Mission Statement and to the growth and development of HHC.
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.



Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. Open to UW Employees only

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