The Maniilaq Association (or Maniilaq) provides health, social and Tribal government services to residents in NW Alaska. The Maniilaq Service Area (MSA) is rural, medically underserved, and off the road system (approximately 500 miles from Anchorage, AK by commercial airlines). Health services accounts for the preponderance of Maniilaq’s services; these services are provided via a critical access hospital based in Kotzebue, AK referred to as the Maniilaq Health Center or MHC. Village-based services are provided at 11 village clinics. The VP of Health Services is responsible for the planning, delivery, evaluation, and quality improvement of Maniilaq health services, programs and functions. This key position participates in formulating policies and procedures, strategic planning and annual budget development. Responsible for maintaining Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations accreditation and other accreditations as appropriate. Serves as member of Maniilaq Executive Leadership Team (org-wide leadership) and various committees specific to health services. Reports directly to the President/CEO.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of all health programs and services within the Health Services Division.

• Works closely with other executive leadership within the organization towards achieving Maniilaq strategic priorities and objectives.

• Works closely with Human Resources to ensure recruitment and retention of quality health providers and support staff.

• Works closely with the Finance Division on the development of annual budgets including establishment of third-party revenue targets; responsible for reaching annual third-party revenue targets and overall budget compliance annually.

• Responsible for compliance to all Federal and State regulations governing delivery of health care (e.g, HIPAA).

• Provides reports on Health Service division programs, services, accomplishments, and challenges to the Maniilaq Board of Directors at each regular meeting.

• Represents Maniilaq at various village, State, and national meetings.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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• Bachelor’s degree required in Health Care Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or other pertinent field.

• Five (5) years’ experience in leadership/management roles in health care.

• A Master’s degree is preferred and may substitute for two (2) years of additional work experience.

• Knowledge of various accrediting agency requirements such as the Joint Commission; also knowledge of Centers for Medicaid Services (CMS) including the ability to interpret and implement these standards.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate people to reach common goals that help achieve Maniilaq’s Vision (Healthy people, thriving communities).

• Understands the importance of Inupiaq culture and lifestyle in the planning and delivery of services.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.

• Knowledge of Public Law 93-638 and the Federal HHS agency Indian Health Service (IHS); general understanding of the Alaska Tribal Health System and/or Indian Health (lower-48 American Indian/Alaska Native health system).

• Travel is required, including on small planes to surrounding villages.

To apply, visit Maniilaq Association website to submit an online application or you may contact Human Resources at (907)442-7660 or humanresources@maniilaq.org for further information.

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