ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES 9512

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class performs administrative work in directing and coordinating the operations and programs of the Division of Patient Care of the Department of Health Services. The incumbent participates in determining policies, developing and implementing procedures, and evaluating existing programs and services. The work requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment and initiative, and is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through periodic conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in directing and coordinating the daily operations of the Division of Patient Care;

Maintains referral system between the Division of Patient Care, other divisions of the Department of Health Services and contract agencies to provide patients with comprehensive health care;

Assists in reviewing and evaluating existing programs and policies, and, when necessary, developing and implementing changes;

Represents the Division of Patient Care at meetings and conferences;

Assists contract agencies in establishing and maintaining grants and funding;

Establishes and administers all methods and procedures for insuring that the division receives proper and prompt administrative support and services;

Supervises professional, technical and clerical staff.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of efficient administrative techniques and procedures; thorough knowledge of federal, state and local programs and projects related to the provision of patient care services; thorough knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County administrative codes; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the staff, the public, public officials and professionals involved with Suffolk County’s patient care programs; ability to plan and direct the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Nursing, Hospital Administration, Public Administration, Health Administration or Business Administration and seven (7) years of administrative experience in health related programs, two (2) years of which must have included responsibility for budgeting, fiscal and personnel management.

Note: Relevant additional education beyond the Master’s Degree from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of three years. No substitution is permitted for the two (2) years of responsibility for budgeting, fiscal and personnel management.

R08/20/03

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive