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City Colleges of Chicago · 2 months ago

Senior Director - Health Sciences - Health Information Technologynology

Chicago, Illinois

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$105K/yr - $106K/yr

2+ years exp

City Colleges of Chicago is the largest community college system in Illinois, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Health Information Technology for the School of Health Sciences. The role involves providing leadership in managing health science programs, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and fostering an educational environment that supports students and faculty.

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Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Qualification

Registered Health Information TechnicianRegistered Health Information AdministratorCurriculum developmentAccreditation standards knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyProject managementDiversity commitmentLeadership skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

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