Are you a licensed physician with a passion for public health and a drive to lead transformative change? Do you lead by example, foster collaboration, and inspire others to achieve shared goals? The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) is seeking a visionary and experienced Administrator/Health Officer to lead and advance its growing programs and services. This is a unique opportunity for an MD to shape the future of public health in central Nevada and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in an evolving and impactful organization, we encourage you to apply.

The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) Administrator/Health Officer is responsible for providing medical direction and clinical leadership as well as oversight of CNHD. Under CNHD Board of Health direction, the incumbent plans, organizes, directs, and oversees the operations and activities of a comprehensive community public health system; consults and participates in complex patient care situations and provides direct services as a Physician within CNHD’s health system.

The CNHD Administrator/Health Officer is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the CNHD Board of Health (BOH) and is responsible for enforcement of Federal, State, and local health laws and regulations; directs staff to fulfill the policies of the BOH; coordinates with local businesses and organizations to ensure and improve the health of the community; and establishes and maintains working relationships with pertinent Federal, State, and local agencies.

Consider working for Churchill County! The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $65,900/year). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $10,700/year).

Applications are accepted online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This class manages a broad range of public health activities and programs for the CNHD. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing department goals and objectives and for furthering CNHD goals and objectives within general policy guidelines. The Central Nevada Health District Administrator/Health Officer is a department-head position which serves at the pleasure of the CNHD Board of Health.

Essential Functions:
Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Develops, articulates, and implements the strategic direction for the CNHD; leads the engagement and marketing of the CNHD to potential funding sources and represents the CNHD in regional, state, and federal discussions which determine future funding possibilities.
Communicates essential and important public health information to the public as well as to health professional’s region-wide and leads multi-sector partnerships to improve health status and protect against threats to public health in the region.
Directs and oversees the assessment and monitoring of the health of CNHD's population.
Provides clinical supervision to mid-level providers with an emphasis as the acting Supervising Physician.
Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, evaluates and hires staff; trains staff in work procedures; administers other personnel decisions as required.
Serves as billing provider for CNHD; provides medical consultation to District programs and community partners.
Supports CNHD’s clinical services, employee health, and special support programs such as County Correctional facilities; recommends and administers CNHD’s clinical policies and procedures.
Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic illnesses; performs physical examination, orders tests, prescribes treatment; reviews findings; provides follow-up care as needed.
Coordinates care with other physicians, mid-level providers and other staff; refers patients to specialty care as needed and ensures appropriate follow-up.
Ensure all credentialing and privileging files are completed and maintained accurately and compliant with program requirements.
Develops and implements public health policy consistent with the mission and overall goals of CNHD; develops protocols and standing orders for programs.
Manages and participates in the development and administration of departmental budgets and goalsetting processes; plans and supports continuous and adequate funding for key programs from all available sources including grant funding opportunities and fees for service.
Effectively communicates CNHD’s mission and values to staff and clients; assists with the evaluation of the impact of changes and assists in conducting staff meetings to discuss methods and policy changes for improving customer service, productivity and access, teamwork issues, and for promoting efficient and safe operations.
Ensures a work environment in which staff provide superior customer service to diverse clients, and staff teams are supported in resolving issues and conflicts as soon as possible; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures in a Quality Assurance Program; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and directs implementation of changes.
Review of finding reports.
Prepares staff reports and other necessary correspondence to the CNHD Board of Health and State Board of Health.
Directs the development and implementation of partnerships and collaborations to provide effective political networks within the community, county, and the state; represent CNHD to elected officials and outside agencies such as Nevada Association of Local Health Officials, NACCHO, and other state and national organizations; explains, justifies, and defends programs, policies and activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.
Attends and participates in boards and commissions, professional group meetings; stays abreast of current trends and innovations in the field; responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries.
Performs routine health screenings and wellness exams; counsels on lifestyle changes to prevent and manage diseases or conditions.
Prescribes and oversees district prescribers for necessary medications to meet the patient and program outcomes.
Manages the relationship between the Board of Health and the Health District.
At the direction of the Board of Health, enforces all state and federal public health statutes and requirements and takes actions as necessary to maintain health and prevent the spread of disease including broad emergency powers in collaboration with CNHD Health Services Officer.
Develops short- and long-term strategies to address public health issues throughout CNHD and directs the activities of CNHD in implementing these strategies.
Ensures effective morale, productivity and discipline; plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates the activities and performance of staff; works with staff to establish work priorities and schedules; encourages and provides for staff training and professional development; interprets District policies and procedures for staff; works with employees to develop short and long term goals, monitors accomplishments, establishes performance requirements and personal development targets and provides coaching for performance improvement and development.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with elected officials, clients, visitors, and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Medical doctorate and (5) years of professional experience as a practicing physician, two (2) years of which were in a supervisory role; AND five (5) years of management experience in an administrative position in a local, state, or national public health district, program, organization, or agency; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

Public health principles, assessment, surveillance, strategies, tools, and techniques as they apply to public health practice.
Federal, State and County laws, rules, and regulations as they pertain to public health. Management skills to analyze programs, policies, and operational needs.
Principles and practices of program development and administration.
Causes, means/transmission and methods of control of communicable diseases.
Recent developments, current literature and sources of information related to public health.
Public relations principles and techniques.
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Office procedures, methods, and computer equipment, including common office.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, training, performance review and evaluation.
Principles and practices of developing teams, motivating employees, and managing in a team environment.
Computer applications related to the work.
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
Techniques for understanding and effectively communicating with individuals of various cultures.

Skill in:

Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of staff and volunteers.
Managing operation and grant budgets.
Building consensus through effective leadership.
Planning, managing, and evaluating program goals and objectives and service delivery effectiveness in the programmatic area to which assigned.
Identifying programmatic and operational problems, investigating, and evaluating alternatives and implementing effective solutions.
Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Making public presentations to large and small groups.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

Nevada Driver’s License.
Licensure as a physician in the State of Nevada
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person; ability to operate a motor vehicle, be exposed to traffic conditions and external environment, and safely travel to a variety of offsite locations.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).
Any District employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
Central Nevada Health District, via Churchill County, participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. Central Nevada Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.