Director Human Resources - West Valley Hospital - Goodyear AZ

Vanguard Health Systems has retained The Rokos Group and Moore & Associates to assist in the recruitment of a new Director Human Resources for West Valley Hospital.

Vanguard Health Systems aspires to be the pre-eminent organization of market leading, top quality healthcare provider systems preferred by communities, patients, physicians, payors, employers and employees.

Abrazo Health Care is changing the face of health care in Maricopa County. Nowhere is there a system more committed to providing outstanding, accessible health care to its communities. Each facility offers a broad range of specialties and services developed to care for its distinct service area. And collectively, Abrazo Health Care facilities provide choice and greater access to both patients and staff.

West Valley Hospital is a 104-bed, acute care hospital located in Goodyear, AZ affiliated with Abrazo Health Care. In addition to West Valley Hospital, Abrazo Health Care includes Phoenix Baptist Hospital, Phoenix Memorial Hospital, Maryvale Hospital, Arrowhead Hospital and Paradise Valley Hospital. Abrazo Health Care also owns and operates five TMC Advanced Imaging Centers and the Phoenix Health Plan (a Medicaid AHCCCS plan).

THE POSITION

The Director Human Resources establishes and enforces policies, procedures, standards and objectives. Directs and supervises staff, as well as work flow. Position has budgetary/fiscal accountability. Provides for the ongoing effective operation of the Human Resources department deliverables and leadership to support the hospital’s mission, vision, goals and objectives. Develops and interprets policies and administers: employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits and training. In smaller facilities, this position may be responsible for other departments, as assigned. Will serve on the Executive Leadership Council.
REQUIREMENTS
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are essential job accountabilities:

·Participates in initiatives to change the systems, structure, or talent mix of the organizations to more effectively support the organization's strategic strategy.
·Supervises staff towards achieving the human resources deliverables with accuracy and timeliness.
·Financially manages salaries and supplies budgetary planning, equipment/supplies procurement and expense monitoring towards cost effectiveness and increased efficiencies.
·Participates in patient, employee and physician satisfaction improvement initiatives through the organization's Hospitality initiatives toward increased employee retention and recruitment.
·Ensures compliance with regulatory agency requirements with HRIS, personnel files, and applicant software systems.
·Administers the compensation program to ensure compliance, ability to attract candidates and equity within the organization.
·Manages employee conflicts within the organization by mediating or facilitating resolution of differences to build relationships and advises management in appropriate resolution.
·Coordinates management and employee training and orientation in HR issues, regulatory requirements, employment law and employee and labor relations.
·Oversees the administration of the benefit programs.
·Communicates with employees at all levels regarding performance improvement, providing necessary focus, guidance and direction for verbal and written performance communications.
·Supervises the Human Resources staff towards their professional development.



GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

·Gain an understanding of the values and culture of Vanguard, Abrazo Health Care and West Valley Hospital.
·Clearly communicate goals, objectives and expectations to all staff and management and hold all parties accountable.
·Achieve reputation as a highly effective leader who is committed to the organization and community for the long term.
·Facilitate effective recruitment throughout hospital and reduce labor-cost issues.
·Positively impact satisfaction scores and reduce both vacancy and turnover rates.
·Develop a competency program for staff, managers and directors that is performance-metrics driven.



PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

·A professional health care executive, who is aggressive, focused, dependable, personable and hard working.
·The successful candidate must be a demonstrated leader, be “hungry” for new growth opportunities and have polished communication skills.
·A consummate team player with strong leadership skills and the ability to implement objectives and hold people accountable.
·The successful candidate must have a positive approach, be visible and approachable.
·Must be a self-motivated, confident and credible leader with the ability to articulate effectively.
·Ability to work and live in a “big-time, small-town” community.
·Willing to participate in a close-knit management team.

SKILLS

·Effective interpersonal skills in dealing with sensitive and confidential issues at all levels of the organization.
·Persuasive and effective presentation skills when presenting controversial or complex topics to management and employees.
·Solid judgment and independent decision making skills in a wide variety of situations.
·High degree of accuracy in the performance of varied administrative responsibilities. Frequent contact with employees, physicians, customers, community individuals and volunteers.
·Computer skills.


QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following qualifications:
·A Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field. (Master’s degree preferred).
·Five (5) years experience in human resources management.
·PHR or SPHR Certification preferred.