Description
Executive Position Announcement
Vice President for Physician Health
Immediate opening
Full time
Hybrid, Based in Albany, NY
The Medical Society of the State of New York, a statewide public health and advocacy organization, seeks an energetic self-starter for its VP to direct the Committee for Physician Health (CPH). CPH, known as the state’s Physician Health Program, provides confidential non-disciplinary assistance for physicians experiencing substance abuse and other mental health conditions.
Reporting to the CEO, the VP will direct CPH operations to monitor treatment and compliance of program participants, provide advocacy support and coordinate outreach and education activities.
The VP will:
-Develop operations, outreach and communication strategies.
-Interact daily with health system executives, physicians and government agencies.
-Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with health systems, hospital associations and medical staff organizations.
-Oversee program operations though regular interface with medical director and assistant directors
Candidates must have…
- Graduate degree and ten years’ experience supervising medical and professional staff.
-Experience with medical staff, policy development and knowledge of regulation by a state agency.
-Strong communication, public speaking, analytical and writing skills are essential.
-Familiarity with mental health and substance use and knowledge of medical profession is a plus.
Candidates should contact: Terrance M. Bedient, FACHE
Medical Society of the State of New York
155 Washington Avenue, Suite 209
Albany, NY 12210
518-424-9941
Terry@cphny.org
