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Chief, Hospital/Clinic Services
Duties and Responsibilities
The Chief of Hospital/Clinic Services coordinates health service and patient care with military and civilian medical treatment facilities, participates in meetings of professional societies and clinics, and confers with commanders and staff members concerning establishing, manning, equipping, operating and training for medical facilities, units and personnel. Advises commanders on matters affecting health and welfare of personnel.
The Chief of Hospital/Clinic Services manages education and training programs for medical officers and disseminates professional information on new medical concepts, procedures and techniques. Other responsibilities include the management and oversight of professional programs to support medical treatment facility accreditation and inspection, including quality assurance and risk management, utilization management and medical readiness.
Civilian Opportunities
Health Services Administrator
Duties and Responsibilities
Health Service Administrators see that health services centers operate efficiently and provide adequate medical care to patients. Their responsibilities are varied and usually require the cooperation of assistant administrators and the medical and support staff. They plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the delivery of health care at all types of health care facilities. Administrators of large centers act as liaisons between governing boards, medical staff, and department heads and integrate the activities of all departments into a smooth-functioning whole. Their job is difficult and demanding; they need to keep up with advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes, and financing options.
Health Services Administrators often work long or irregular hours. Health care centers operate around the clock seven days a week, and the administrative staff may be called upon to solve emergency problems at any time. Medical staff meetings, health-planning councils, fundraisers, and professional association and educational activities all may demand extra time and travel.
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