Senior Director - Health Sciences - Health Information Technologynology

SENIOR DIRECTOR - HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

HEALTH SCIENCES

MALCOLM X COLLEGE

Malcolm X College is currently seeking a Senior Director of Health Information Technology for the School of Health Sciences.

City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), the largest community college system in Illinois, is made up of seven colleges and five satellite sites, providing more than 70,000 students each year access to a quality, affordable education.

The School of Health Sciences at Malcolm X provides a variety of allied health programs to students interested in completing two-year associate degrees and/or obtaining credentials in the health sciences that will lead to careers in the high-growth healthcare industry. Programs include Nursing, Radiography, Surgical Technology, Respiratory Care, Dental Hygiene, Pharmacy Technology, in addition to other high demand Health Sciences fields.

The mission of Malcolm X College is to provide accessible liberal arts and health-focused education that fosters personal and professional achievement. To fulfill this mission, we focus on the following core values: accountability, community, diversity, empowerment, learning, and respect

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

Reporting to the Dean or Associate Dean of Health Sciences and Career Programs, a Senior Director – Health Sciences – Health Information Technology, functions in a senior level managerial role in providing leadership as an educator and administrator, directing the academic, clinical and administrative operations of an assigned health science program(s) and working in close coordination with industry partners to ensure students enrolled in degree and certificate healthcare programs receive a quality education leading to careers in the health field.The Senior Director – Health Sciences - Health Information Technology is also responsible for ensuring assigned health science program(s) maintain compliance with accreditation standards and regulations as defined by the appropriate accrediting agencies. Fosters an educational environment that supports students and faculty in the pursuit of quality learning opportunities and a meaningful student experience. Performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Administration & Operations

·         Manages a program’s day to day operations, implementing administrative and academic processes to meet the instructional needs and enhance the educational effectiveness of the program(s). 

·         Directs the administration of health sciences program(s) offered at multiple site locations and at other CCC campuses.

·         Develops program course schedules, including day and evening programs, that allow for multiple admission/completion cycles during a semester to effectively enroll multiple cohorts within a calendar year.

·         Creates and delivers programming though Continuing Education Department in alignment with labor market and workforce demands.

·         Develops and implements policies and procedures in collaboration with Dean and Associate Dean of Health Sciences and Career Programs.

·         Directs and supervises faculty and staff; conducts faculty observations to assure quality of instruction; and evaluates work for conformance with program standards.

·         Works with employees on identified performance issues; coordinates with Human Resources to implement disciplinary and termination procedures as needed.

·         Conducts staff meetings and addresses faculty and staff issues and concerns.

·         Participates in the interviewing and hiring of faculty and program staff. Assists in recruitment efforts, organizes interview panels, and oversees the selection and hiring process in coordination with Human Resources and appropriate college administrators.

·         Develops and manages the program’s academic schedule. Plans and implements appropriate and efficient course scheduling and clinical rotations; make faculty assignments; and reviews instructors’ syllabi to assess compliance with curriculum standards.

·         Prepares and administers the annual program budget and implements budgetary controls for the management and disbursement of funds. Prepares periodic budget reports.

·         Monitors and approves expenditures of budget allocations and approves the purchasing of equipment, supplies, training materials and related program needs.

·         Maintains and updates the program’s student handbook, updates the program’s website, and ensures program’s written and social media materials and information are current.

·         Identifies and provides professional development opportunities for faculty in current and developing instructional technologies and enhanced educational methodologies.

·         Chairs and works in partnership with program’s Advisory Committee. Coordinates and participates in program assessment, course content validation and review of proposed curriculum changes to remain abreast of new developments in the field and to continue meeting workforce needs.

·         Works to adapt program to respond to changes in standards by specialized accrediting bodies, public health agencies, and/or public health emergencies, implementing required changes to curriculum, clinic and laboratory protocols, instructional delivery, and student/instructor tractions. Campus Clinic Management (Applies if a clinic or practice is onsite or at satellite location)

·         Manages a program’s on-campus clinic in a specified health area, where applicable.

·         Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure patient safety and quality of services in coordination with Clinic Coordinators.

·         Supervises and manages Clinic Coordinators and faculty to ensure safety protocols, instruments, equipment and operatories meet industry standards and comply with OSHA and infection control policies and procedures.

·         Monitors the development, provides guidance, and approves clinical curriculum to ensure that expected competencies are being taught to students.

·         Develops and monitors clinical protocols to adapt to changes in industry standards and regulatory environment.

·         Manages the ordering, disbursement and inventory control of equipment/instruments, materials and supplies for an in-house clinic. Works with Procurement to source and acquire personal protective equipment and other material and supplies in short supply.

·         Meets with faculty to regularly review clinic practices including standards for student evaluation, patient care, and clinical instruction to ensure consistency and understanding in the application of clinic policies and procedures.

Curriculum Development, Accreditation and Assessment 

·         Monitors the development, provides guidance, and approves curriculum to ensure that program outcomes are met and expected competencies are being taught to students.

·         Oversees the on-going review and evaluation of didactic and clinical curriculum to ensure its continuing alignment with accreditation guidelines, college’s education requirements, and industry standards.

·         Works with faculty and college administrators in the development and implementation of new courses and curriculum, ensuring adherence to the college’s proposed academic curriculum changes (PACC) process.

·         Participates and leads the program’s accreditation review process, working with key stakeholders in preparing comprehensive self-study documents, coordinating site visits by accreditation reviewers, and implementing post visit program modifications as necessary.

·         Directs staff activities in preparing for on-site visits, the submission of required self-study and annual reports, and other administrative requirements required to maintain accreditation.

·         Oversees required periodic reporting to accrediting agency including outcome assessments, graduate survey data, and career placement analysis.

·         Develops and implements assessment plans to effectively evaluate the program’s quality of instruction, clinical practices, and student learning outcomes.

·         Maintains and provides program performance data to college administrators including data on enrollment, program completion, and achievement of student learning outcomes. Recruitment & Student Development

·         Oversees and monitors program students’ education cycle including recruitment, admissions, enrollment, retention, graduation, and job placement. 

·         Participates in community outreach activities, prepares materials to market program, and organizes information open houses to provide information on program and career opportunities, recruit students and meet program enrollment goals.

·         Develops and modifies program’s admissions requirements, selection criteria and graduation requirements in collaboration with faculty and college administrators as required.

·         Coordinates the program’s selective admissions process including application review, prospective student interviews, selection and notification to students of program acceptance.

·         Conducts and coordinates student orientations for new student cohorts.

·         Monitors students’ progress towards completion. Maintains and utilizes data to create strategies for student retention.

·         Addresses student concerns and manages disciplinary issues. Coordinates with staff to provide referrals for resources to help students overcome identified barriers to academic success.

Partnerships/ Program Improvements

·         Fosters and develops partnerships with industry and community organizations and identifies opportunities for program improvements and growth.

·         Develops working relationships with potential employers to assist students and graduates with job placement; coordinates job placement activities; and tracks and maintains job placement data.

·         Builds relationships and creates partnerships to develop and implement plans for apprenticeship opportunities. Works with college administrators to create apprenticeship models; secure agreements with employers; and identifies, vets, and place students in apprenticeships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Each Health Science Program is governed by accreditation standards from appropriate agencies, state regulations, and ICCB education standards. The educational and work experience requirements for individual positions in the job title are based on a specific program’s credential requirements, industry standards and CCC’s hiring requirements, and are articulated and defined in individual job postings. 

Additional qualifications as follows:

·         The Health Information Management Program Director must be certified as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), and must have at minimum, a Baccalaureate Degree.

·         Minimum of two (2) years FT or five (5) years PT teaching experience in a higher education setting preferred

·         Experience working in a unionized, higher education setting desirable

·         Knowledge of curriculum and clinical requirements for a specified health science program

·         Knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory requirements for a specified health science program

·         Knowledge of labor market, workforce practices and trends within a specified healthcare field

·         Knowledge of curriculum development, program review and evaluation and student learning assessment practices

·         Strong management, administrative and leadership skills

·         Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

·         Project management skills

·         Demonstrated commitment to diversity and multiculturalism in one’s work experience

·         Must be able to prioritize and meet deadlines in a timely manner

·         Ability to handle situations with tact, persuasiveness, and diplomacy

·         Must be able to work some evenings and weekends. Travel in and out of District may be required.

·         Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SALARY RANGE: $ 104,775 - $105,995

- Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as other factors such as internal equity.

- Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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