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UMP Chief of Oncology

Employer
University Medical Partners - Stanford Medicine
Location
Pleasanton, California
Salary
DOE
Closing date
Dec 1, 2024
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Position
Chief
Category
Medical Oncology
Hours
Full Time

POSITION TITLE: Chief of UMP Oncology (80% Administrative, 20% Clinical)

REPORTS TO:UMP CEO/President (direct), SMP Chief Medical Officer (indirect), SHC Chief of Medical Oncology (indirect), SHC Cancer Destination Service Line Medical Director (indirect)

SUPERVISOR FOR:UMP Oncology Clinic Site Leads and UMP Oncology APC Lead.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:As a member of the Physician Leadership Team, the primary role of the Chief of UMP Oncology is to provide physician leadership in the oversight and administrative operations of the Cancer Care Service Line Program/Quality of all the medical groups affiliated with SMP, including UMP, and comprehensive care coordination for the patients. The Chief of UMP Oncology will serve as the leader of UMP and SMP medical oncology which serves as a key component of Stanford Medicines community medical oncology service. The Chief of UMP Oncology works collaboratively with the UMP CEO/President, UMP Chief of Specialty Care Services, UMP Chief of Professional Affairs, UMP Physician Site Lead(s), other physician members of the practice, Stanford School of Medicine, SMP leadership, and the UMP Management Services Leadership team to oversee business development, clinical, and administrative operations. The Chief of UMP Oncology reflects the mission, vision, values, and philosophy of the organization which is to deliver on the promise of Precision Health and Wellness to our patients, their families, and the community we serve.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential duties of this position include the following (other duties may be assigned):

  • Function in a dyadic leadership relationship with the Senior Director of Cancer Network.
  • Responsible for the continued development of community clinical programs to achieve Cancer Destination Service Line goals.
  • Participate in the development and integration of clinical pathways at UMP Oncology practice locations.
  • Provide leadership to all network aspects of the Cancer Destination Service Line including strategic, operational, resource management, education, and research initiatives.
  • Achieve clinical quality outcomes, maintain QOPI certification, achieve high patient experience scores, workforce wellbeing, network growth, participation in Stanford research trials, and achievement of financial goals.
  • Practice as a medical oncologist and/or hematologist and maintain a part-time clinical practice (approximately 2 days per week in the clinic) in addition to the other responsibilities as described. The total commitment, administrative plus clinical, is full-time.
  • Provide overall clinical leadership for UMP across multiple community oncology practices.
  • Represent UMP Oncology in developing market competitive compensation arrangements and funding that enables recruiting and retaining top talent.
  • Build strong relationships across the organization, providing mentorship and guidance to UMP clinicians in close partnership with SOM/SHC faculty.
  • Provide SMP and UMP perspectives at medical group-wide, foundation-wide, and SOM/SHC meetings. Provide the perspective of UMP Oncology on organizational issues and decision making.
  • Champion implementation of practice improvements, workflow improvements, and quality improvement initiatives at the regional/division level.
  • Actively engage in developing solutions to improve the performance of the practice/specialty within the medical group.
  • Support leadership team in setting goals for clinic performance, quality, service, and patient care for physicians and mid-level providers as it relates to the practice/specialty.
  • Work closely with the UMP management team to plan and conduct regular practice/specialty specific meetings. The meetings should have time dedicated to addressing quality and service issues from a patient perspective, financial performance, staff concerns, and opportunities for growth and improvement.
  • Serve as a resource for developing and designing Oncology Care Coordination Programs for high-risk patients as part of population health management.
  • Support Physician and provider practice development and recruitment/retention efforts in the region or service areas.
  • In collaboration with the Stanford Cancer Institute (SCI) and Cancer Clinical Trials Office (CCTO), engage in the establishment of clinical trial workflows throughout the network geography and encourage participation across the oncology service line to provide innovative care options.
  • Participate and represent UMP in organizational quality and strategic discussions in medical oncology.
  • Collaborate effectively with SOM faculty, all UMP specialties, SMP and the Cancer Service Line to extend the benefits of Stanford Oncology to the communities we serve.
  • Actively engage in developing solutions to improve access, quality, and joy of practice in UMP Oncology.
  • Attend community, SMP, service line, and SOM meetings, and period leadership meetings as requested.
  • Provide any additional services as requested.
  • Adheres to high standards of ethical and professional conduct and follows UMPs policies and procedures.
  • Represents the mission, vision values, and philosophy of Stanford Healthcare and UMP at the clinic level.
  • Participates in Breakthrough Initiatives and committees comprised of all the PPLs to address some organizational needs.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Professional Communication Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family and provider conduct. Maintain professional relationships. Relay information appropriately over telephone, E-mail, texting, and other communication devices. Contribute to peer performance reviews as requested.
  • Teamwork Work effectively and collaboratively with practitioners, managers, and staff members. Delegate work as needed. Initiate problem solving and conflict resolution to foster effective work relationships with peers.
  • Visionary Leadership - Display passion and optimism; inspire respect and trust; mobilize others to fulfill the vision; provide vision and inspiration to peers and staff.
  • Change Management Help develop workable implementation plans, and communicate changes effectively. Willingness to learn new processes related to improvement efforts. Build commitment and overcome resistance, prepare and support those affected by change. Monitor transition and evaluate results.
  • Leadership - Exhibit confidence in self and others; inspire and motivate others to perform well. Effectively influence actions and opinions of others; accept feedback from others; give appropriate recognition to others.
  • Quality Management- Look for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Assist in the development of indicators, thresholds, study methods and data collection as assigned. Respond to problems/opportunities to improve care/customer service

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of medical school. Completion of residency program, and Board eligible/certified. Current medical license in the State of California. Unrestricted DEA certificate. Leadership ability within the medical community. Ability to motivate, support, and supervise providers. Ability and willingness to demonstrate and maintain competency as required for job title and the unit/area(s) of assignment.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race including but not limited to hair texture and styles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, reproductive health decision-making, marital or domestic partnership status, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, or other characteristic protected by the law.

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