Chief, Adult Acute Care Svcs - Hackensack Meridian Health

The Chief of Adult Acute Care Services is responsible for assuring that the highest quality care, treatment
and services are provided by all privileged practitioners. The Adult Acute Care Services Chief is
responsible for effective and efficient leadership of medical staff performance, Physical Therapy and
Pharmacy responsibilities. Has knowledge of and meets the requirements of the Joint Commission, CMS,
state, and other applicable regulatory and/or accrediting agencies. The Adult Acute Care Services Chief is
responsible for clinical leadership and advice/counsel to the Chief Medical Officer, Deputy Chief Medical
Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees, Vice President of Patient Care Services and others as
needed on all clinical affairs. This position also creates and maintains relationships with other academic,
advocacy, medical, pharmaceutical and community based organizations on a local, state and national
level.

1. Provides system-wide medical services planning, effective direction to and leadership of all medical
provider resources, effective financial management, development of medical services strategy and goals,
accurate and timely reporting of goals and performance to the Chief Medical Officer, Deputy Chief
Medical, CEO and Board of Trustees.
2. Provides appropriate medical guidance to nursing services; coordinates psychiatric and physician
Residency Program with educational institutions; designs and oversees telehealth strategy and
implementation.
3. Participates in administrative meetings, hospital committees, the Executive Committee, and serves as
a member of the Board of Trustees.
4. Participates with leaders from the Executive Team. Board of Trustees, management, medical staff, and
clinical areas in the hospital's decision-making structures and processes.
5. Participates in the formulation of hospital goals, objectives and plans. The Acute Care Services Chief
is a vital leader in the development of new healthcare strategic planning initiative and direct oversight in
clinical advancements in Psychiatry. Works with Associations, Teaching Organizations and Research
entities to expand Carrier's reputation in the industry.
6. Maintains leadership role in local, state and national organizations to further the goals to improve
outcomes, increase patient satisfaction with care and reduce the cost of care.
7. Actively participates in the pursuit of linkages and joint ventures to improve and stabilize the hospital's

referral base.
8. Assumes the role of the Patient Safety Officer, Chairs the Patient Safety, Clinical Quality, and Infection
Control Committees, (or designee) and is responsible for the review, revision and approval of the Patient
Safety Plan annually.
9. Supports Utilization Management and responds to documentation requests efficiently and timely.
10. Participates in the planning and evaluation of hospital programs and in the development of new
services and the efficacy of services delivered. Works closely with the VP of Patient Care Services on the
delivery of compassionate care and creating a culture of safety in conjunction with Nursing, Medical Staff,
Social Service staff and all integrated services.
11. Conducts ongoing Periodic Performance Evaluations as required by regulation. Recommends to the

Board of Trustees those members of the Medical Staff whose qualifications and performance meet re-
appointment standards.

12. Makes rounds on all direct reports monthly and reports findings of significance throughout the
organization. Works with Medical Staff "Chiefs" to ensure appropriate delivery of care and planning within
their areas of responsibility.
13. Responsible for recruiting and maintaining the services of Medical Staff and Director of Pharmacy.
Develops clinical programs and policies for medical and related departments and advises Administration
on medical matters.
14. Responsible for overseeing the quality and effectiveness for the delivery of clinical care in all
designated areas throughout the organization.
15. Maintains credentials required of full-time medical staff. Assures that all LIP staff participates in
continuing education to maintain clinical skills and current competence.
16. Assesses, evaluates, and acts to ensure that Performance Improvement, Corporate Compliance,
Health Information Management, and Risk Management Standards are met and takes appropriate action
to continue development of the Medical Staff's role in Carrier's Performance Improvement Plan. Works in
the development and implementation of a program of continuous quality improvement.
17. Maintains appropriate standards for all medical services, investigates and studies new developments
in medical practice and techniques, reviews and acts upon reported concerns related to the quality and
safety of care and services provided.
18. As an active member of the medical staff, acts as Staff Psychiatrist and performs all job duties and
responsibilities.
19. Interacts with the Admissions/Access Center Director troubleshooting and providing clinical expertise
to ensure a continuous flow of admissions.
20. Responsible for fostering effective, open communication among and across departments to ensure
that all needed information is shared. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with clinical staff and VP of
Patient Care Services to ensure continuity and coordination of clinical leadership for designated areas.
21. Interacts well with patients, visitors, and Carrier staff, responding promptly to inquiries with tact and
sensitivity. Demonstrates a courteous, cooperative, pleasant, and positive attitude, maintaining strict
standards of confidentiality.
22. Interacts well with public, media, community agencies, and committees. Must also provide public
service speaking engagements and representation of Carrier programs and activities.
23. Continuously represents Carrier with outside agencies in order to enhance the stature of the
organization, serves as hospital liaison in appropriate clinical matters with the local medical community,

organized medical societies, and community organizations, and serves as an advocate and intermediary
with external regulators and agencies.
24. Appoints committees as required by Bylaws, participates in committee deliberations, and shall be an
ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees with voting privileges.
25. Responsible for effective fiscal management of Carrier's resources in area of oversight by providing
input to the clinical staff in the preparation of the annual operating budget and participating in the
completion of treatment program budgets and monitors budget compliance monthly with the Executive
Committee.
26. Oversees the fiscal operations and budgets of the Medical Staff, Physical Therapy, Medical Affairs,
and Pharmacy.
27. Oversees the operations of the Pharmacy and the Department and Pharmacy and Therapeutics
Committee.
28. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
29. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Graduate of an approved medical or osteopathic school
2. Has completed residency training in general psychiatry and/or specialty
3. Meets all other obligations as set down in the medical staff bylaws for membership on the Medical Staff
4. Meet continuing education and testing obligations as required by the state and for maintenance of
certification, as indicated.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
1. Medical Doctor License.

2. Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate.
3. Controlled Dangerous Substances Physician Certification.
4. Board certified or Board eligible in American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
5. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification or completed in the first 90 days of employment.

6. Board certification in general psychiatry and/or specialty from the American Board of Psychiatry and
Neurology

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.