Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Specialty Program Manager

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium • $75K — $106K *
Juneau, AK 99801In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field required
  • Master's degree in a healthcare-related field preferred
  • Minimum three years of clinical experience with at least one year in resource/personnel management
  • Direct patient care experience of at least one year
  • Interest in non-opioid pain management

Responsibilities

  • Direct overall functions of Pain Management Services
  • Coordinate integration of service lines for chronic and acute pain management
  • Collaborate with primary care, specialty clinics, and behavioral health on pain management strategies
  • Supervise operations of the integrated pain program, including budget and utilization
  • Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Participate in local pain management committees and initiatives
  • Educate staff on performance improvement and treatment approaches

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead an integrated pain management program
  • Chance to influence pain management philosophy within a consortium
  • Access to continuing education for professional growth
  • Collaborative work environment with various healthcare professionals
  • Engagement in initiatives that shape community health practices
Full Job Description
Pay Range:
Pay Range:$36.46 - $51.29Provides comprehensive family medicine services within the scope of training and experience to people of all ages and genders.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
  • Responsible for directing the overall functions of Pain Management Services.
  • Coordinates integration of service lines evaluating and treating chronic and acute pain.
  • Collaborate with primary care and specialty clinics, behavioral health department, and pharmacy regarding pain management initiatives and strategies.
  • Coordinate and supervise operations of integrated pain program including budget, utilization, and optimization.
  • Maintain performance improvement activities associated with the integrated pain program.
  • Maintain state, federal, and local regulatory compliance.
  • Participates in local and consortium-wide initiatives including pain management and chronic pain committees/teams/task forces.


Other Functions
  • Develop, implement, and coordinate a comprehensive and collaborative, consortium-wide program for the management of persistent pain including:
    • Champion a consistent approach to and philosophy of persistent pain management throughout the consortium
    • Develop and monitor essential data/metrics to gauge program success.
    • Remain current on the latest advances and approaches to non-narcotic pain management options.
    • Assess cultural and/or other local factors that influence pain and the experience of pain.
  • Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Maintain patient confidence and protect SEARHC operations by keeping information confidential. Communicate appropriately to physicians, staff, and administrative team. Manage and maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Maintain records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department. Demonstrate the ability to be flexible, organized, and function in stressful situations. Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
  • Responsible for the direction of the pain program and staff. Provide education to staff on performance improvement. Ability to plan and organize orientation and in-service training for department staff members and other clinical staff throughout SEARHC and participate in guidance and educational programs. Perform management activities including interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and terminating department staff members.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in pain neuroscience, multi- and interdisciplinary pain treatment approaches, and non-opioid pain management. Treat patients and families with respect and dignity. Identify and address the needs of both patients and patient's families. Interact professionally in the formation of the plan of care.
  • Pursues excellence and professional growth through means such as continuing education, literature review, and peer review of charts. The employee is required to maintain a professional license.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in a healthcare-related field required
  • Master's degree from an accredited program in a healthcare-related preferred
  • BLS Certification preferred


Experience Required
  • Minimum three years of clinical experience, at least one year of which includes management of resources and/or personnel in an interdisciplinary or multi-disciplinary setting.
  • Minimum of 1 year in direct patient care.
  • Interest in patient care emphasizing non-opioid pain management.


Knowledge of
  • Pain neuroscience, interdisciplinary pain treatment approaches, and non-opioid pain management.
  • Billing practices, compliance issues, budgeting, and resource management.
  • Cultural and population-based considerations that impact patient care.
  • Standards of care, HIPAA, health care risk management principles, medical ethics, and medical malpractice principles


Skills in
  • Effective communication skills and ability to interact with staff and patients.
  • Oral, written, and interpersonal communication.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Use of electronic medical record system(s).


Ability to
  • Promote teamwork and collaborate with other health professionals.
  • Resolve conflict.
  • Efficiently utilize electronic medical records and other clinically required technology.
  • Adjust patient management practices to maximize productivity and quality of care.
  • Work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Provide staff education and guidance in areas of pain science and pain management.
  • Efficiently analyze complex situations and solve problems.
  • Effectively implement clinical program strategies.


Other Qualifications:
  • Experience in documenting in electronic health records


Required Certifications:

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

About Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services to communities in Southeast Alaska. The organization operates hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities across the region, offering a range of services, including primary care, behavioral health, and dental care. SEARHC serves a population of around 30,000 people across 18 communities in Southeast Alaska. The organization was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Juneau, Alaska.
Learn more about Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1975
* Ladders Estimates

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