Assistant Director of Medical Services - Cherry Hospital

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$170,121-340,243 *A Sign-on bonus of $10,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval. Candidates now meet the minimum

Requirements Summary

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and emergency medical care • Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of general,

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OtherAssistant Director

Dept of Health and Human Services

Cherry Hospital

Physician Extender (NS)

60046369

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

This position is responsible for serving as an Assistant to the Director of Medical Services. This position will include both administrative and clinical duties and will also involve the provision of medical care to assigned patients. This position will also function as back up supervising physician to multiple Medical Services physician extenders. This position will take home call (backing up an on-site provider) in the attending Medical Service physician call rotation.
This position will be tasked with learning the duties and responsibilities of the Director role. Will meet with Director regularly and begin to attend some Director level meetings. Will review cases and provide teaching and clinical support at 8am morning meeting. Will review documentation and clinical decision making of medical service providers (quality monitoring activities). Will function as a key clinical supervisor of the overall quality of medical care the service is providing.

Salary Range: $170,121-340,243

*A Sign-on bonus of $10,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and emergency medical care

• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of general, preventive medicine and of the techniques involved

• Ability to assess and interpret laboratory results, clinical data, and information related to the patient’s condition

• Teaching and mentoring skill

• Future leadership potential and administrative interest/skills

This position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 with the exception of Articles 6 and 7. State Human Resources Act (GS 126)

This Position Is Designated as Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

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To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.

Cherry Hospital is a State-of-the-Art Psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. We strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has opportunity to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Learn more about our facility at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/state-operated-healthcare-facilities/facilities/state-psychiatric-hospitals. In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre- employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Application Process

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Licensed to practice medicine in the state of North Carolina and one year of experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

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