Director-Medical Education

Mount Sinai Health Systems•New York, NY

3d•$117,000 - $208,000

About The Position

The Director-Medical Education is responsible for directing and managing the business and operational activities of a department or medical care unit. The role oversees departmental operations, policies, planning, staffing, finances, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The Director collaborates with senior leadership and the Chief Financial Officer, and may oversee training, quality assurance, and department committees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Five years of experience in health care finance or administration.
Experience in strategic planning and execution, formulating policy, developing financial plans, managing resources, and leading successful teams.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative direction and coordination in formulating, interpreting, and administering current and long-range policies, procedures, and programs.
Oversee daily departmental operations, including production schedules, tracking and reporting systems, work assignments, and issue resolution.
Establish departmental goals and objectives consistent with Mount Sinai Hospital or School of Medicine policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Define the scope of departmental projects and analyze requirements for successful execution.
Document procedures, identify process and workflow changes, implement best practices, and support continuous improvement and efficiency.
Collaborate with senior leadership and/or the Chairman on short- and long-range plans, and serve as a primary interdepartmental contact where applicable.
Interpret and administer policies related to hiring, payroll, appointments, promotions, placement, and orientation of faculty and/or staff.
Review and approve reclassifications, new positions, and salary increases; coordinate performance appraisals where applicable and provide regular feedback.
Identify continuing-education opportunities, provide training, and, when necessary, develop training materials and train employees.
Oversee management staff to ensure compliance with established practices, implementation of new policies, and communication of changes and standards.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, insurance, and ethical standards for the safety of patients, employees, and property, and identify contingency plans for potential risks.
Develop annual training schedules and multidisciplinary training curricula where applicable, and maintain related records.
Create, review, and/or update policies and procedures related to departmental goals and objectives where applicable.
Plan budget needs based on short- and long-term program plans and collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer on the annual budget and financial monitoring.
Ensure financial systems are in place to operate the department and ensure compliance with Mount Sinai Medical Center policies and procedures.
Implement quality assurance programs and oversee monitoring activities to meet accrediting agency and government standards where applicable.
Chair or participate in department committees where applicable.
Perform other related duties.