Interim Director Of Student Health Center

Interim Director of Student Health Center

Limited-Term

SA9162122

Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

Exempt

$160,000-$190,000

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

The Interim Director of the Student Health Center is responsible for providing strategic, clinical, and administrative leadership to the Student Health Center at Chapman University. The Interim Director is expected to immediately establish standardized procedures, ensure the effective credentialing and privileging of clinical staff, and assess and address identified operational gaps. Additionally, the Interim Director is tasked with overseeing various aspects of the Center’s operations to ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations and will collaborate with a consultant to ensure the timely review of charts. Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Interim Director will lead the Student Health Center through a period of transition, addressing critical operational issues and contributing to the overall well-being of the University’s student population.
The successful candidate will possess a strong knowledge base in Health Center operations and experience navigating federal and state regulations pertaining to healthcare compliance standards, policies, and procedures. This individual must be familiar with college Student Health, understand student identity development and inclusive practices, and demonstrate skill in forming relationships with faculty and staff in other departments (e.g., Office of Peer and Health Education, Student Psychological Counseling Services, Disability Services, Greek Life, Residence Life, etc.). The Interim Director will work collaboratively with medical and counseling providers within a community committed to the holistic health and wellbeing of Students.

Provide leadership to the medical care team:

• Coordinate with the medical director and other healthcare providers to ensure the provision of high quality, comprehensive, culturally informed, accessible, and confidential medical care for students
• Supervise healthcare providers and support staff
• Licensed clinicians: assess and treat students presenting with various physical complaints and provide laboratory analysis of blood, urine, and other samples; non-clinicians: serve as an effective resource and support to providers in this capacity

• Oversee the review and modification of standardized procedures for nurses and nurse practitioners and establish a method for quality control and ongoing evaluation of the competence of nurse practitioners authorized to perform patient care in accordance with the California Board of Registered Nursing
• Confirm that nurse practitioners meet the experience, training, and educational requirements required to perform their position functions in accordance with federal and state rules and regulations
• Implement a Credentialing Process:
• In collaboration with the VP for Student Affairs and the Provost, form a credentialing committee of healthcare professionals internal to Chapman University to review and approve credentialing applications, ensuring education, training, licensure, certifications, and reference
• In collaboration with HR, ensure background checks for all clinical staff, including active live scans
• Establish schedule for confirming healthcare providers’ licensure status

• · In collaboration with the VP for Student Affairs, the Provost, and the medical director, implement a process for granting/regranting providers’ clinical privileges to practice in a clinical setting
• Implement Quality Care Assurance Mechanisms:
• Implement peer/chart reviews and establish a schedule for regular external review of charts
• Develop and conduct Health Center staff evaluations
• Update all job descriptions for staff and ensure awareness of standardized procedures, including MDs
• Establish impaired provider protocols
• Serve as the primary Electronic Health Record (EHR) administrator and custodian of health records in the Health Center
• Oversee operation of lab equipment and proper sterilization techniques
• Develop structure for on-site pharmacy compliance in accordance with the California State Board of Pharmacy
• Establish patient feedback and satisfaction surveys
• Launch feedback methods for students and administration
• Assure quality of care by developing and interpreting Health Center policies, procedures, and standards of care
• Assure communication and compliance with relevant regulatory boards (e.g., CA Board of Registered Nursing, OSHA), and other governing agency regulations; measure health outcomes against established state-regulated standards and make or recommend adjustments

• · Oversee center budget and other assets, including the procurement and maintenance of medical equipment, supplies, and facility needs
• Facilitate administration of Student Health insurance program
• Collect Student Health information in accordance with University policy
• Communicate as needed with federal and state agencies to ensure compliance with laws relating to health care, i.e., communicable diseases, OSHA, prescription medication dispensing, etc.

• A Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare administration or management, with a strong background in university health services required; clinical and administrative supervision experience in a health care setting preferred
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices in college health
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders

Chapman has partnered with Keeling & Associates (K&A) in this search process.
To be considered for this position, interested candidates MUST send a cover letter and resume, preferably in PDF format, to recruiting@keelingassociates.com. The subject line of the email should read “Chapman—Interim DirectorStudent Health.”
K&A also invites confidential questions and requests for conversations via this email address. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the process will continue until the position is filled.