Morehouse School Of Medicine Applicant Portal Director of Clinical Practice
Director of Clinical Practice
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Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and
successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of
appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.
Posting Details
Position Information
About MSM
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the
nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also
a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community
working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.
We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and
service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural
populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.
At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of
health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!
Posting Number NONAC3778
Job Title Director of Clinical Practice
Position Title Director of Clinical Practice
Position Type Non-Faculty
Number of vacancies 1
Salary Commensurate upon experience
Department MHC Administration
Position Summary Morehouse Medicine seeks a dynamic and experienced Director of Clinical Practice to provide strategic and operational leadership for clinical services across the ambulatory enterprise. This position is responsible for the overall clinical administrative direction, coordination, management, and continuous improvement of clinical operations, nursing services, patient care delivery, quality initiatives, and clinical workforce development.The Director of Clinical Practice will collaborate closely with providers, operational leaders, and quality teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, efficient, and patient-centered care while supporting the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Morehouse Medicine.This position reports directly to the Chief Medical and Administrative Officer for Morehouse Medicine.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field from an
accredited college or university required
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in an
ambulatory healthcare setting.
Current, unrestricted Georgia Registered Nurse (RN) License.
Current Basic Life Support ( BLS) certification; Advanced
Cardiovascular Life Support ( ACLS) certification preferred.
Experience managing clinical managers, nursing staff, and clinical support
personnel.
Demonstrated knowledge of ambulatory clinical operations, quality
improvement methodologies, regulatory compliance, and healthcare delivery
models.
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and
problem-solving skills.
Experience utilizing data analytics and performance metrics to improve
clinical outcomes and operational effectiveness.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in nursing,
clinical operations, quality management, or healthcare administration.
Five (5) years of experience supporting NCQA Patient-Centered Medical
Home (PCMH) standards, quality management, and regulatory compliance
initiatives.
Experience with population health management, value-based care programs,
and quality reporting.
Experience utilizing the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system.
Demonstrated success leading change management and process improvement
initiatives in a complex healthcare environment.
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.
Quick Link https: // careers.msm.edu/postings/24488
EEO Statement Summary Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Director of Clinical Practice must possess the ability to lead, engage, analyze, and identify opportunities that support the growth, quality, operational excellence, and sustainability of the clinical enterprise.
Clinical Leadership and Operations
Provide oversight of clinical operations, including budget management,
policy implementation, resource allocation, and clinical administrative
functions.
Direct and supervise nursing leadership, clinical managers, and clinical
support staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration,
and professional development.
Establish and maintain efficient clinical workflows and operational
processes to optimize patient access, patient flow, and staff
productivity.
Ensure appropriate staffing models and balanced workload distribution
across clinical teams.
Lead and facilitate clinical staff meetings and interdisciplinary care
team discussions.
Quality and Patient Safety
Ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered
care throughout the practice.
Monitor clinical quality indicators and operational performance metrics to
identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Collaborate with providers, quality leaders, and operational teams to
develop and implement quality improvement initiatives.
Promote patient safety initiatives and ensure adherence to organizational
standards, clinical protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Support accreditation readiness and compliance with applicable federal,
state, payer, and organizational regulations and standards.
Utilize analytics, patient satisfaction data, quality measures, and
operational reports to evaluate performance and drive improvements in care
delivery.
Staff Development and Leadership
Oversee clinical onboarding, orientation, training, and professional
development programs for nursing and clinical staff.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching, mentorship,
and leadership development for clinical team members.
Empower nursing and clinical leaders to practice and lead at the top of
their licensure, certification, and scope of practice.
Promote employee engagement, accountability, teamwork, and a culture of
excellence.
Strategic and Fiscal Oversight
Provide fiscal oversight of clinical operations, including budget
development, monitoring, and management of clinical resources.
Participate in strategic planning activities that support organizational
growth, operational effectiveness, and clinical sustainability.
Collaborate with executive leadership to align clinical operations with
organizational priorities and strategic initiatives.
Lead relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the
achievement of clinical and operational goals.
Policy Development and Compliance
Develop, implement, monitor, and revise clinical policies, procedures,
workflows, and best practices.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, clinical standards, and
regulatory requirements.
Support risk management and compliance initiatives related to clinical
operations and patient care.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support
the operational and strategic objectives of Morehouse Medicine.
Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-
employment screenings.
Immunization
Immunization Requirements It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
What is your highest level of completed education?
High School/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD
Do you have a minimum of seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting?
Yes
No
Do you have at least five years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience? If yes, please provide an overview to include the scope.
(Open Ended Question)
Are you a licensed Registered Nurse with a current Georgia license?
Yes
No
You must upload copies of the following documents: 1) your valid - unrestricted Georgia Nursing License; 2) Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and if applicable your Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred. Please note which documents you have uploaded via the OTHER Document option.
(Open Ended Question)
Describe your previous supervisory experience to include years of experience supervising others.
(Open Ended Question)
Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Other Document
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Professional License
Optional Documents
Letter of Reference 1
Letter of Reference 2
Letter of Reference 3
Resume
Medical License
