Oncology Services Director jobs in Kingsport, TN

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Hours: General Office Hours, Mon. - Fri. | Requires Supervisory Responsibilities | No Travel | Pay commensurate with experience

JOB SUMMARY:

 The director establishes a smooth working relationship between all support staff and providers and provides patients with friendly efficient care.  Director is responsible for coordinating daily functions of the clinic and JoAnn Poe Cancer Center.  Assists with the development and implementation of strategic planning and identifies processes that affect patient care and clinical performance.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration or a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration, or Bachelor’s in Nursing

Experience:

• 5 years of oncology nursing experience preferred.
• 3 years of clinical Oncology experience required.
• Knowledge of clinical practice, nursing administration and human relations.

License/Certifications:

• Current RN Licensure in appropriate state of licensure or valid license of other Oncology related discipline.
• Current BLS Certification.
• ACLS certification obtained within 6 months of hire.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Director of Oncology:

1. Oversees navigation services, cancer registry functions, transcription services as well as clinic and chemo operations.
2. Facilitates timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing and procedures to expedite the plan of care and promote continuity of care for patients.
3. Facilitates appropriate referrals especially during periods of high emotional stress and anxiety.
4. Supports outreach activities and partners with community organizations/resources.
5. Displays a commitment to quality, supports/leads organizational goals for growth or accreditation incentives.  Establishes and coordinates services necessary to meet needs of patient population served.
6. Assists with compliance of accreditation guidelines.
7. Communicates effectively and timely and in an open, honest manner.
8. Supports team, and system organizational goals, and establishes strategic goals and objectives.
9. Assesses education needs to staff.  Coordinates in service programs based on the educational needs of the staff with the Education Department. 
10. Implements an effective, ongoing program to measure, assess and improve the quality of all clinical care services delivered to patients.
11. Assists with FTE budget and expense control.
12. Analyzes department needs/problems.  Decisive in matters requiring prompt attention.  Carefully considers alternatives before making decisions.
13. Keeps superiors informed of department development and outcomes of problem resolution.  Reports concerns to CNO as appropriate.
14. Understands and submits correct forms for ordering equipment, supplies, education, and expense reimbursement.
15. Provides ongoing and annual feedback to staff on performance.
16. Reviews department policies at least annually.  Reviews disaster/safety policies for department.  Maintains and reviews standards for TJC on an on-going basis.
17. Adheres to the Attendance Policy based on the standard outlined in the policy.
18. Supports the hospital and promotes a positive attitude.
19. Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
20. Formulates procedures for retention, protection, retrieval transfer, and disposal of records.
21. Reviews patient’s records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
22. Manages electronic record systems as well as hospital computer system.
23. Balances cash drawer according to the AMH procedures.
24. Coordinates scheduling for all personnel.
25. Responsible for compliance with all state, federal, and regulatory laws.
26. Conducts departmental staff meetings.
27. Provide updates to staff in a timely manner.

Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption). Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work.

To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.

Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

***Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.***

*For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources.

Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.