Director of College Health Services

L5/44/6:001

Full-time Continuing

Associate Dean of Student Affairs

The Director of College Health Services implements best practice standards in college health, through a strong knowledge of public health and wellness related issues affecting college students. The Director supports the health and well-being of the College community through strong clinical and administrative acumen, compassion, and interpersonal skills to work effectively as both a team leader and team member who can inspire confidence and trust.

*12 months

*37.5 hours per week.

*Proven record of success and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including the ability to work well with diverse individuals. (Minimum)
*Demonstrated leadership skills, expertise in contemporary student health care practices, and management and business practices, including budget management. (Minimum)
*Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and teamwork, and the ability to both effectively lead and follow in team settings. (Minimum)
*Strong problem solving skills with the ability to solve operational issues/problems and to continually look for better ways to deliver care. (Minimum)
*Strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism. (Minimum)
*Exemplary organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently. (Minimum)
*Demonstrated experience in the assessment of clinical services and patient needs. (Minimum)
*Strong commitment to patient education, health promotion, and customer service. (Minimum)
*Flexibility to adjust to changing conditions in the health care field. (Minimum)
*An understanding of relevant accreditation and legal/risk management practices. (Minimum)
*The ability to resolve conflicts and manage sensitive emergency situations appropriately. (Minimum)
*Ability to work in an active environment. (Minimum)
*Possession of a valid driver’s license. (Minimum)
*Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) or willing and able to become certified. (Minimum)
*Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, staff, faculty, and the public. (Minimum)
*Sensitivity to expectations of students, faculty, and staff. (Minimum)
*Demonstrated sensitivity to diversity and multicultural issues. (Minimum)

*Advanced degree in nursing, public health, health administration, or a related healthcare field. (Minimum)
*Current License to practice as a healthcare professional in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. (Preferred)

*Five (5) years successful administrative experience in health care. (Minimum)
*Experience in college health or other comparable health care setting. (Preferred)
*Experience as a healthcare clinician, providing direct care to patients (Preferred)

-Develop, implement, and assess a strategic vision for College Health Services including primary care, opportunities for expansion of services, and coordination of student support across multiple College entities. (Essential)
-Establish departmental priorities and goals in alignment with the Division of Student Affairs and the needs of the College community. (Essential)
-Serve as a member of the Student Affairs leadership team; assume appropriate roles as leader and member of various College and divisional committees and task groups. (Essential)
-Develop, monitor, and actively manage the College Health Services budget. (Essential)
-Ensure an effective work flow within the office to ensue efficient, effective, and responsive care for all patients. (Essential)
-In coordination with the Medical Director, procure standing orders for College Health Services and coordinate on-site availability of the visiting physician(s). (Essential)
-Coordinate complex student health needs through referral, collaboration and case management with internal and external providers and support services. (Essential)
-Work with the Safety Committee and Director of Development and Compliance to promote safety at the college, providing information and expertise, and assistance as appropriate. (Essential)
-In coordination with the College Physician, Chief of Police, and Associate Dean of Student Affairs, establish medical guidelines for the use of the Impaired Student Recovery Area by students. (Essential)
-Coordinate clinical responses and support to public health threats or events, and campus emergencies. (Essential)
-Work collaboratively to promote the health and well being of students and to effectively meet the needs of a diverse student population. (Essential)

-Participate and represent College Health Services in community, state and national professional organizations. (Essential)
-Provide health related training for students and staff as appropriate. (Essential)
-In coordination with other College staff, provide workshops, clinics, and seminars as appropriate for College community concerning health/wellness issues. (Essential)
-Provide health related information as requested. (Essential)
-Remain familiar with current health trends and issues concerning the legality of reporting diseases and/or abuse, filing appropriate claims and other pertinent areas. (Essential)
-Maintain confidentiality through FERPA/HIPAA, as appropriate, and actively support patient rights and serve as a patient advocate.

*Glucometer
*Familiar with Emergency Medical Equipment
*Microcomputer
*Automatic External Defibulator
*Autoclave

*Must be able to move freely around campus

*Physician Assistant
*College Nurse, College Health Services (205-day Calendar)
*Immunization and Clinical Compliance Specialist
*Coordinator of College Health Services
*Lead Health Assistant (RPT)
*Health Assistants (CPT)

*College-wide

*Some travel to on/off campus sites will be required.
*Frequent hours beyond the normal schedule may be required to meet the needs of the department.
*State Police, Child Line, and FBI fingerprint clearances under the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) required before employment can begin.
*Background check will be required on selected candidate.

5

APT

Exempt

-Possess interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, faculty, staff and the public. (Essential)
-Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity and multicultural issues. (Essential)
-Be sensitive to the needs and expectations of students, faculty, staff and administrators. (Essential)
-Maintain a high degree of confidentiality with regards to any and all information as a direct or indirect result of job responsibilities/job functions. (Essential)
-Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner and maintain the standard of care that is appropriate for this position. (Essential)
-Perform other appropriate job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor. (Marginal)
-Employees who provide student instruction will develop and maintain proficiency in the effective pedagogical use of current and future instructional technologies, including but not limited to learning management systems, media, instructional software, and connectivity devices. As such, are required to use the following elements of the Learning Management System (LMS): Upload all syllabi, timely use of the grade feature, and collection of digital student work and distribution of digital course materials.

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

College Health Services

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05/18/2021

Yes

Commensurate with credentials submitted as applied to the College’s Administrative, Professional and Technical Staff Salary System.

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As soon as feasible

If you wish to apply for this position, you must submit all application material through the College’s on-line recruiting website at www.pct.edu/jobs.

For further information on this position, call 570-327-4770.

Administrative, Professional and Technical Staff

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