Medical Director

Lincoln, Nebraska, MEDICAL DIRECTOR
NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
OVERVIEW
We are seeking a transformational leader who will bring strong medical, management and performance leadership, who will champion our culture of trust, creativity, and commitment to the critical work of this agency and those it serves.
The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services is charged with serving and protecting the public by providing control, humane care and program opportunities for those individuals placed in its custody and supervision and facilitating their return to society as responsible persons. Headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, the Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) operates 9 institutions housing approximately 5,500 inmates statewide, including education, health and adult parole and community programs.  The Medical Director oversees a $65M comprehensive program of medical, dental, optometry, mental health, substance abuse disorder, sex offense treatment and social work services, with a staff of 168 and numerous contracted providers.  
The Department is accredited by the American Correctional Association.
Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov    
CURRENT CIRCUMSTANCES
This search is underway at a key inflection point.  Governor Pillen recently appointed Rob Jeffreys, a national corrections leader, and former Illinois Corrections Director, as agency Director.  Director Jeffreys has a mandate to innovate, to strengthen the performance of this system and to build a strong team.
The design and construction of a new state penitentiary is likely to be a major initiative under this administration. This will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to shape a model health program. A Medical Director who is a strategic leader and innovator will be a key member of the agency leadership team and will be empowered to organize and lead this initiative.
Key goals include:

Stimulate and strengthen professional growth and teamwork, with a systems approach.
Engage the Medical team and medical providers in shaping and executing strategies for innovation and performance improvement.
Draw on the best practices and innovations to be found locally and nationally.
Maintain transparency in how we work with policy makers, vendors, and advocates.

  QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking a Medical Director who has an unswerving commitment to bettering the lives of the citizens of Nebraska, and those we serve. Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills are critical to success in this position. The successful candidate should have a proven ability to encourage teamwork, professionalism, and innovation.  Substantive experience in the oversight or management of contemporary medical programs is key.
The Director must be a licensed physician and demonstrate familiarity with the principles of quality assurance and internal credentialing procedures.   
        Key Characteristics, Skills and Abilities:

Vision, courage and creativity
Demonstrated expertise and skills in team building, organizational development and institutional management
Strong strategic thinking and planning skills
A proven track record of managing staff, finances and a complex organization in a manner that is progressive, consistent and efficient
Knowledge and understanding of public policy, medical systems management, and government leadership
Articulate and persuasive communication skills, with the ability to engage with a variety of audiences including providers, contractors, media, legislators, government officials, partners and the public
Able to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals and organizations
Interest in and knowledge of current research in the field, and ability to translate knowledge into best practices
Initiative and sound judgment in decision-making, in interpreting and applying policies and governmental regulations, in delegating responsibilities and in planning and analyzing programs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Embraces diversity and has a demonstrated track record of developing and reinforcing diversity in the workplace

COMPENSATION
Salary and benefits for this position are competitive.  NDCS is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be evaluated on a merit basis.
Resumes may be submitted in confidence to:
MD@fordwebb.com
or
Ford Webb Associates
60 Thoreau Street
Concord, MA 01742
 

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