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Associate Director of Abortion Services
Date Posted: 2/15/2013
Organization: Planned Parenthood of New York City, Inc
Location: New York, NY
Description of Organization:
Since 1916, Planned Parenthood of New York City (PPNYC) has been an advocate for and provider of reproductive health services and education for New Yorkers. Serving more than 50,000 clients annually, PPNYC's health care centers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Staten Island offer reproductive health services, including gynecological care, contraception, pregnancy testing, abortion, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections, and HIV testing and counseling. Through a threefold mission of clinical services, education, and advocacy, PPNYC is bringing better health and more fulfilling lives to each new generation of New Yorkers. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPNYC supports legislation and policies to ensure that all New Yorkers—and, in fact, people around the world—will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.
Position Responsibilities:
As part of the dynamic clinical leadership team at Planned Parenthood of New York City (PPNYC), the Associate Director of Abortion Services assists the Chief Medical Officer in the oversight of clinical services, training, quality of care, and regulatory compliance at our health centers. The Associate Director of Abortion Services plays a leadership role in the evaluation and continual improvement of PPNYC’s clinical training programs for Family Medicine medical residents, fellows, and students, and in overseeing the surgical abortion service at the Bronx and Brooklyn PPNYC sites. S(he) provides direct patient care, including contraceptive management and first trimester abortions, clinical supervision for staff and training for clinical staff, students, residents and fellows. The Associate Director of Abortion Services will be part of the PPNYC Staff Physician leadership team and work to plan, implement, and evaluate new clinical services and strengthen existing reproductive health programs. This position offers exciting opportunities for medical leadership, direct patient care, teaching and collaborative research in the field of family planning.
Provides direct clinical services as needed in the following areas: first- trimester surgical abortions, medication abortions, primary care, family planning and office gynecology. Provides clinical supervision and consultation to PPNYC clinical staff during center hours and participates in the on-call system. Supervises and ensures the quality and continual improvement of clinical training rotations for Family Medicine residents, fellows, and students participating in PPNYC’s Clinician Training Initiative. Duties may include curriculum development, direct training, evaluation of trainees and trainers, communications and meetings with academic training partners, and other activities. Works with the Chief Medical Officer to oversee the Surgical Abortion Service at the PPNYC Bronx and Brooklyn sites. Works with the Chief Medical Officer to oversee Medication Abortion Services for PPNYC. Serves on the Patient Safety Subcommittee, participates in the activities of the Patient Safety Initiative and assumes leadership of projects as needed. Assists in the design, implementation and evaluation of clinical training and education programs for Physicians, Advanced Practice Clinicians, and other staff. As a member of the staff physician team, shares in administrative duties related to clinical services including updating PPNYC’s clinical protocols and policies, and other activities as needed; coordinates and leads work teams to plan, implement and evaluate new or improved reproductive health services and programs. Participates in PPNYC’s quality management activities as required.
Qualifications:
Requires Doctor of Medicine (MD) with specialty in Family Medicine or another specialty with appropriate training and expertise in reproductive health care. Must be licensed to practice medicine in New York State and have active status for specialty Board certification. Minimum 2 years of related/applicable experience, including experience in clinical practice, one-to-one training and supervision. Demonstrated excellence in relevant ambulatory surgery required, including performance of first trimester surgical abortions (up to 16 weeks’ gestation preferred), and evidence-based clinical practice in reproductive health. Must possess experience and excellence as a physician leader, clinical supervisor, and medical educator with a track record of success in working collaboratively and in a ‘team-focused’ environment. Requires excellent verbal/written communication skills, proficiency in basic computer skills and software, including MS Word, and the ability to learn other software programs as needed.
Must have willingness to work flexible hours, including some Saturdays, and to travel as needed to provide clinical services, supervision and to attend meetings.
This position is 60% FTE, with the possibility of increasing to 80% FTE over time. This position includes the opportunity to receive training to perform second trimester surgical abortion procedures.
Apply To:
We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter with salary requirements to:
AVP, Human Resources
resume@ppnyc.org
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