Minnesota Association of Community Health Centers Employment Blog

Executive Director, West Side Community Health Services

West Side Community Health Services, a federally qualified community health center that provides a broad range of accessible health care services to diverse communities in St. Paul, seeks an experienced healthcare executive to provide overall strategic and operational leadership to the organization and bring a strong vision for its future. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and has six direct reports: Clinical Operations Director, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Medical Officer, Human Resources Director/Chief Administrative Officer, Dental Director, and Development Director. West Side Community Health Services serves nearly 35,000 patients each year in 18 locations throughout St. Paul. The organization has an operating budget of $23MM and 250 employees.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned health care executive with a demonstrated track record of success in managing a large, complex organization, including at least 5 years of experience in the administration of a major clinic. Experience with a federally qualified health center is strongly preferred. A background working with a variety of constituencies, such as municipal, state and federal government agencies, foundations and community groups, is critical to success in this position. Strong skills in financial management, resource development, information management and effective team building are required. Experience working with diverse populations is essential. Additional experience in advocacy and public policy will be a plus.

Qualified candidates should send a resume and cover letter to edjob@westsidechs.org.

FAMILY PLANNING COORDINATOR (24-40 HOURS/WEEK)

SUMMARY

With Medical Director, Clinical Operations Director and QI Manager, ensures the delivery of high quality, comprehensive family planning services to FCHS patients. Oversees Family Planning Special Projects grant funding (

FPSP, M

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Dept. of Health). 

RESPONSIBILITIES

·     Actively participate in planning and training activities to promote comprehensive and integrated reproductive and sexual health services within the health center.  Work cooperatively with Medical Director, Clinical Operations Director, QI Manager and others.

·     Ensure implementation of objectives and activities as outlined in the FPSP work plan.

·     With QI Manager, ensure that clinic protocols for medical and nursing care are in accordance with the MN Family Planning Rules.

·     Coordinate with clinical nursing and other staff to design and implement outreach/in-reach and education activities focusing on family planning for clinic patients and community members.

·     Increase community clinic expertise in working with targeted populations through in-service training and related activities.

·     Provide comprehensive, non-directive family planning counseling for patients.

·     Train and supervise health educator/outreach staff funded under family planning grant.

·     Develop tools for public information and outreach and ensure implementation of outreach work plan, with Peer Educator.

·     Actively participate in staff meetings and other designated agency meetings. 

·     Participate in external meetings and task forces to build effective relationships, share information and network with funders, relevant community organizations and coalitions.

·     Develop and conduct group educational sessions for parents/caregivers on talking to children about sexual behavior.  Develop and implement other group education activities and focus groups.

·     Manage, track and report service delivery and outcomes to meet agency and funder needs and requirements, including budget management, narrative and statistical reporting.  Assist with related audits and evaluation activities, as requested by QI Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

·     BS in Public Health, Nursing or related discipline, with at least two years’ clinic-based experience in family planning/sexual and reproductive health—and other areas such as health care access, sexuality.   For RN, graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and current RN license in

Minnesota

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·     Experience, competence and sensitivity to working with diverse ethnic/racial populations, new immigrants and low-income individuals.

·     Demonstrated ability to communicate with and work effectively with a variety of constituents including clinical and administrative staff, funders, community members, patients, and others.

·     Health education counseling experience.

·     Small group facilitation, curriculum development and program evaluation skills.

·     Supervisory experience with outreach or community-based staff.

·     Excellent problem-solving, oral and written communication and record-keeping skills.

·     Ability to prioritize, organize and carry out work assignments as assigned.

·     Proficient in use of computer programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to extract data from practice management system using standard ‘reports.’

·     Familiarity with North and North  Minneapolis communities preferred.

·     A commitment to the mission of F

CHS

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Open Door Health Center Opportunities

Open Door Health Center (ODHC) is expanding!  ODHC ’s vision is to meet the health care needs of the low income and underserved in Southern Minnesota.  We do this by offering quality care that is culturally sensitive for our diverse community.

ODHC, a newly identified FQHC (federally qualified health center), currently serves 3,000 patients and plans to expand.  We offer the following opportunities:

·         Medical Director:  Your responsibilities include selection and management of provider staff; design and implementation of responsive programs; leadership of quality measurement and improvement initiatives; support of collaborative referral partnerships; and provision of direct patient care. The ideal candidate will be a B.C. family physician (OB optional) with a minimum of 5-7 years direct patient care experience and a previous leadership role.  An MPH, MBA or other advanced management education preferred. Fluency in Spanish a plus. This position reports directly to the Executive Director as part of the executive management team. The ability to work as a physician and think like an executive, while supporting the mission, vision and values of ODHC are essential. 

 

·         Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant:   As a NP/PA you will be an integral member of our provider team, providing quality primary care in a culturally-sensitive manner to our diverse patients.  ideal candidate has Masters degree and 1-3 years of experience in family practice. Fluency in Spanish a plus.

• Dentist:   full-time or part-time openings.  Our team provides comprehensive dental care to adults and children  Great opportunity for a new dentist to receive mentoring and support from our dental team.  We offer a collegial work environment. 

The Open Door Team:  Our workplace is characterized by our passion for excellence, compassion for our patients, and our committment to our work.  You will be a valued member of a team that cares and makes a difference in our community.

 

ODHC is located in Mankato on the banks of the beautiful Minnesota River.  ODHC is only 70 minutes from southwest suburbs of Minneapolis.  A community of 50,000, Mankato hosts several colleges, a flourishing arts community, and award winning public and private schools.   Please forward your resume/c.v. and cover letter to HR.ODHC@PracticalLeadership.com or mail to ODHC, Attn:  HR at 309 Holly Lane, Suite 101, Mankato, MN  56001.  www.odhc.org

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

West Side Community Health Services, the largest community clinic in MN, is seeking a full time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at our East Side Family Clinic (ESFC) in St. Paul. ESFC is a community clinic serving a diverse underserved population. Help serve the underserved and come join the dedicated professionals at our organization! As a NP/PA, you will be an integral team member and provide high quality comprehensive primary care in a respectful, culturally-sensitive manner.

Qualifications:

· Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.

· Current Minnesota license/certification.

· Clinical experience with primary care clinic preferred.

· Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Hmong preferred.

Application Process:

Visit our website at www.westsidechs.org to learn more or apply today by sending your resume to Human Resources, West Side Community Health Services, 153 Cesar Chavez Street, St. Paul, MN 55107; fax 651-602-7517,or email us at hr@westsidechs.org. No phone calls please. AA/EEO

Nurse Practitioner

West Side Community Health Services, the largest community clinic in MN, is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to work 24 hours/week during the 42 week academic year with our Health Start program. Health Start, a national award winning program, provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary health care for adolescents in nine St. Paul public high school clinics and adolescent/OB services at the East Side Family Clinic in St. Paul. Come join our dedicated staff who help serve the underserved! As a Nurse Practitioner, you will:

· Provide holistic nursing and health and medical care to adolescents and diverse populations.

· Diagnose and manage acute episodic and chronic illnesses, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention.

· Gather subjective and objective health information, make assessments and develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans with clients.

· Conduct and interpret laboratory tests and prescribe pharmacologic agents and non-pharmacologic therapies.

· Teach and counsel individuals and groups.

Qualifications:

· Masters degree required.

· Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

· Active MN RN license.

· Prescription writing privileges/DEA Licensure.

· Minimum one year Nurse Practitioner experience with maternal/child health, adolescent health and/or OB/GYN preferred.

Application Process:

Visit our website at www.westsidechs.org to learn more or apply today by sending your resume to Human Resources, West Side Community Health Services, 153 Cesar Chavez Street, St. Paul, MN 55107; fax 651-602-7517,or email us at hr@westsidechs.org. No phone calls please. AA/EEO

Dentist - NorthPoint Health & Wellness

Dentist
Hennepin County Job Opportunity

At Hennepin County you can build a career in a stable organization, discover opportunities to learn, and challenge yourself in ways you've never imagined, in a positive work culture that truly embraces the essence of diversity.

Our dedication strengthens our community.

NorthPoint Health and Wellness, a state-of-the-art, multicultural, community based clinic seeks a Dentist to work in a busy, fast paced dental clinic. The 30 plus employees of this patient focused dental clinic serve a diverse, urban and under served client population. The mission of NorthPoint is “actively partnering for a healthier community.”

Position requires licensure in the State of Minnesota as a Dentist.

Hennepin County offers:
Meaningful, public service work
Lifetime career opportunities
Stability
A commitment to diversity

An impressive benefits package valued at an additional 55%* of salary. Benefits include health, dental, life and short/long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year in addition to paid time off, a defined benefit pension plan (PERA), retirement savings programs, trade time for fitness and many more. *Average percentage of Benefits value.

To view complete posting and apply on-line visit us at
www.hennepin.jobs

Strong Careers. Strong Communities.

Position (8NP423jh037) is open until 11/21/2008.

Recruiter contact: Jessica Huntington, 612-348-2597 or Jessica.Huntington@co.hennepin.mn.us