Deputy Executive Director Medical Center

Summary

The Deputy Executive Director Medical Center (DEDMC) holds full authority and responsibility for managing a VA health care facility - serving as counterpart to the Executive Director Medical Center (EDMC) - overseeing medical - administrative - and support operations. The role emphasizes successful patient care alongside teaching and research missions - while ensuring effective planning - coordination - and continuous improvement of services across a large - geographically dispersed area.

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position - you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) - and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Please see "Required Documents" section below for all resume formatting requirements. Your resume should include examples of experience - education - and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications - you may not receive consideration for the position. Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ1: Knowledge of mission - organization - programs - and requirements of healthcare delivery systems - and the ability to manage and direct a large healthcare facility. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above - all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs - you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government - commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law - and commitment to serve the American people. Sub-Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government: Demonstrates understanding and appreciation of the American system of government - including the Constitution - the Bill of Rights - separation of powers - federalism - and the historical development of the American Nation. Commitment to the Rule of Law: Upholds the principles of the American Founding - including equality under the law and democratic self-government. Ensures the law is applied fairly and consistently. Civic-Mindedness: Stays up-to-date on important developments in American government and aligns organizational objectives and practices with presidential and public interests. Demonstrates a commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources - budget effectively - cut wasteful spending - and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. Sub-Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility: Strategically manages - allocates and monitors financial resources. Aligns priorities and initiatives to justify budget proposals. Monitors expenditures - cuts unnecessary costs - and uses cost-benefit analysis to set priorities. Managing Resources: Manages resources efficiently and effectively based on current and projected organizational goals - skills - budget considerations - and staffing needs. Leveraging Technology: Explores emerging technology and potential applications. Incorporates technology to enhance efficiency and achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge - ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. Sub-Competencies: Technical Skill: Possesses the requisite technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to consistently produce timely - high-quality work. Is considered a strong contributor in his or her domain. Problem Solving: Engages in critical and data-driven thinking when diagnosing root causes and evaluating options. Identifies and promptly addresses the most pressing - high-priority problems. Agility and Resilience: Anticipates and adapts to change - new ideas - new information - and new conditions. Is committed to continuous improvement. Deals effectively with pressure and remains optimistic and persistent - even under adversity. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision - mission - and goals - and to drive a high-performance - high-accountability culture. This includes - when necessary - the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. Sub-Competencies: Accountability: Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited - selected - appraised - trained - and retained. Takes swift action to address performance- or conduct-based deficiencies in employees supervised. Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality - timely - and cost-effective results. Developing Others: Recognizes and rewards outstanding achievement in others. Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods. Cultivates a dynamic environment in which employees are not afraid to make mistakes. Executive Judgement: Makes well-reasoned - timely - and effective decisions and considers short- and long-term implications. Communicates effectively with stakeholders across all organizational levels - sharing and guarding information where appropriate. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results - and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Sub-Competencies: Operational Mindset: Effectively translates strategies into actionable steps and processes. Partners effectively with stakeholders to drive adoption and addresses blockers to ensure successful implementation. Innovation: Applies creativity to improving products and processes - challenges convention - takes measured risks - and considers ways to simplify and remove unnecessary requirements. Strategic Thinking: Formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization by evaluating conditions - resources - capabilities - constraints - and organizational goals and values. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP) - or have SES reinstatement eligibility - you should attach proof (e.g. - SF-50 - Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. See "Required Documents" section for additional information.

Duties

• The DEDMC has significant managerial responsibilities that directly impact healthcare programs and patient care within the organization
• Key duties include collaborating with the EDMC to set program goals - evaluating and adjusting services - establishing local policies - and ensuring compliance with regulations
• The DEDMC also oversees quality assurance programs - addresses patient complaints - develops financial plans - and manages resources effectively to enhance patient care while maintaining budget integrity
• Overall - the DEDMC plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services
• The DEDMC's managerial duties and responsibilities involve final decisions which have a direct and substantial effect on the health care organization and programs
• These include - but are not limited to - decisions affecting the nature - scope and quality of - and emphases in the facility's/system's patient care programs and activities
• The DEDMC in collaboration with the EDMC: determines program goals and objectives - and develops short-and long-range plans for achieving them - in conjunction with the overall plans of the Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) consistent with the strategic planning process
• The DEDMC organizes and controls program evaluation activities
• The DEDMC develops with the participation of administrative and clinical managers and chiefs - plans for fiscal year plans that meet the objectives of current and proposed programs
• The DEDMC reports to the EDMC - but operates on a broad delegation of authority with independence of action to manage the medical center
• Performs under policies established by the EDMC and is responsible to them for effective and economical management of medical center activities
• The DEDMC exercises independent judgment - initiative - resourcefulness and originality in facilitating achievement of the medical center's mission
• A large portion of the work involves making decisions and determinations for which there are no written precedents
• In the multitude of professional and administrative matters involved - consistent use of sound management judgment is required
• Personal work contacts include patients
• product line and/or program managers/chiefs of services and other employees of the medical facility
• VA Regional Counsel
• representatives of the press - radio - and television
• civic organizations
• congressional representatives
• VA Central Office representatives
• officials of other Government agencies
• hospital association representatives - Deans - Department Chairmen - and other medical school officials
• DOD Commanders
• and individuals representing special organizations
• The DEDMC is responsible for maintaining and improving facility - VISN and VA relationships through personal - active participation in the administrative - educational - community and social events of federal - state - local and other affiliated organizations involved in health care delivery - Veterans service organizations - and community affairs.