Health Services Health Center Manager

Health Services - Health Center Manager

Department: Student Affairs

Position Status: Full-Time, 9-Month, 40 hour per week position

Directly Reports To: Executive Director of Health & Wellbeing

Classification: Exempt

JOB OVERVIEW:

Catawba College (Catawba) seeks a Registered Nurse (preferred) to effectively oversee the daily operations of the Proctor Health Center. The Health Center Manager will participate in all aspects of the operation of the Proctor Student Health Center including providing health care and health education to the Catawba College community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations Management & Leadership

Oversee day-to-day health center operations, including coordinating with provider schedules to ensure adequate coverage is present in the Health Center. To include but not limited to the following duties:

Provides primary medical care to the student community and responds to the basic health needs of students.

Prepares for and responds to on campus medical crisis or emergencies; provides health and wellness advising.

Interacts with health care agencies and professionals as necessary; maintains resources of area health care providers and other medical resources and emergency services information.

Coordinates the College's blood drives and health fairs, and health and wellness programs/events as directed.

Ensure efficient use of resources, facilities, and medical equipment/supplies

Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to improve service quality within the Health Services Center and greater Student Affairs Division.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, etc.)

Coordinates the College's Immunization process in collaboration with the Registrar's office.

Ensure all students have met the requirements of admission to the College regarding the submission of all health certification and immunization forms mandated by North Carolina Law.

Maintain accurate medical records and ensure confidentiality of protected health information in accordance with HIPPA.

Monitor safety protocols and infection control procedures within the Student Health Center.

Budgeting & Financial Oversight

Implement and manage the Student Health Center budget.

Monitor expenditures and billing processes for incoming expenses and contracts.

Student Health & Wellness Programs

Coordinate health education initiatives including health education outreach, vaccination drives, and other wellness campaigns

Collaborate with campus departments to promote mental and physical health and wellness.

Respond to public health concerns and emergencies on campus as directed by the local Health Department.

Collaboration & Communication

Foster a collaborative, student-centered, trauma-informed work environment

Collaborates with others within the College community, including, but not limited to, Security, Facilities, Residence Life, and academic departments to identify and organize the emergency evacuation of students with disabilities.

Serve as liaison between the Student Health Center and Campus Leadership.

Develop and maintain a working relationship with local health care provider agencies within the local community.

Communicate effectively with students, staff, and external stakeholders

JOB REQUIREMENTS/CRITICAL SKILLS & EXPERTISE:

The minimum job requirements and critical skills and expertise for this position are:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing school, have and maintain current licensure in the State of North Carolina, meet the NCBON requirements for state licensure, and possess current CPR and AED certifications.

Experience:

3-5+ years of healthcare management or clinical operations experience

Experience in a college or university setting preferred

Experience in navigating emergency situations

Skills:

Strong leadership and organizational abilities

Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Budget management and strategic planning skills

Knowledge of equipment needed to perform duties to include autoclave, venipuncture, CLIA waived tests, Immunization administration, otoscope, ophthalmoscope, Blood Pressure equipment, Nebulizer, AED.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please submit a Catawba College application, letter of application, and resume to ..., ..., and ....

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to the operation of the College. The College complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.