Director of Primary Care

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:Upholds the mission of the organization by assuring the delivery of primary care that is evidenced-based, satisfying to patients, and cost-effective; promotes a fiscally sound organization. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Quality of Care: Facilitates dialog and communication in order to fulfill goals.Provides evidence-based primary care directly to patients carrying out all responsibilities as outlined in the job description of CRNP, including adherence to Clinical Practice.Ensures staff in the Primary Care Department receive best practice updates and trainings specific to their roles and skill levels.Responds to new trends in healthcare and opportunities for service expansion as feasible and when benefitting the community’s needs.Manages Primary Care Population Health management Guidelines and Productivity Standards: Responsible for hire, orientation, evaluation, and termination of all Nurse Practitioner and RN staff.Responsible for Nurse Practitioner office coverage and on-call scheduling.Responsible for site level FTE balance and empanelment for Nurse Practitioners.Disseminates clinical practice information to Nurse Practitioners, Practice Managers, and Medical Assistants.Acts as liaison and partner to Operations Director concerning OSHA, FTCA, and other governing regulations relative to Primary Care services.Facilitates monthly NP meetings, PM meetings biweekly in conjunction with Associate Director of Primary Care, and Care Management meetings monthly.Assures that primary care meetings are held at other sites at least monthlyActs as liaison to Operations Director concerning the functioning and evaluation of front desk staff.Oversees CQI Committee: assures that primary care is monitored for adherence to Clinical Standards and addresses deficits.Provides oversight of medication supplies, inventory, and utilization.Administrative: Serves as a member of the Senior Leadership TeamAssures that the centers uphold requirements of partnered organizations such as The Family Planning Council, Reach Out and Read, Health FederationEnsures compliance with the Vaccines for Children program including training of staff, coordination of audits, and oversight of improvement plans for each siteEnsures compliance with the Access Matters program including training of staff, coordination of site visits, and adherence to counseling and prescribing guidelinesCollaborates with Network Executive Director in relation to fostering new partnerships with organizations that will result in improved services for patientsSupervision of Staff: Direct supervision of all RNs and CRNPs; conducts monthly reflective supervision sessions, performs formal review annually.Assigns Lead NP to each site and delegates responsibilities as outlined in job description.Collaborates with Operations Director, Associate Director of Primary Care and CFO concerning performance of front desk staff.Fiscal Soundness: Sets productivity standards in collaboration with Network Executive Director.Interfaces with administrative staff concerning the creation and dissemination of Nurse Practitioner productivity reports at least quarterly, addresses deficits.Ensure staff are adequately trained on billing and coding procedures, assessed and updated at least twice yearlyLiaisons with all payors in communication with CFO and Billing Department, represents FPCSN at all PCMH regional meetingsManages departmental budgets in conjunction with site leadership and CFOEXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:Candidates should possess a diverse range of skills and experience including but not limited to:Required Education and ExperienceTwo years’ experience in management and work with low income people.Current Pennsylvania state RN licenseCurrent Pennsylvania CRNP licenseMaster’s Degree in Nursing or a Management fieldRequired Skills and AbilitiesPhysical and emotional ability to perform the duties and Proficiency in basic computer skills. Leadership and Management Skills. Lifting RequirementsLIGHT – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The use of arm and/or leg control requires force greater than sedentary, but worker still sits majority of time.Physical RequirementStand or Sit (stationary position)WalkUse hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)Climb (stairs/ladders)Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information)See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)Pushing or PullingRepetitive MotionReaching (high or low)Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, and veteran or disability status.VISA SPONSORSHIP:FPCSN does not provide Visa Sponsorship. All candidates must be US Citizens and/or authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship.ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT:FPCSN is committed to maintaining a professional and welcoming environment for all staff and patients. We support continuous learning and team development that enhances cultural understanding, service excellence, and workplace collaboration.