Policy Associate

Job Description

** JOB SUMMARY **

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

As part of the Medical Home Program, provide outreach, training and technical assistance to pediatric providers in private practice and clinic sites in low-income county. Work in collaboration with public health and other child agencies to promote developmental screening and appropriate referrals for services across children and youth populations.

The office for this position is located in Emeryville and job activities are located in Alameda County.

** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS **

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

• Maintains appropriate contacts and working partnership with designated County Public Health, pediatric primary care providers and clinics, and public and private agencies to support medical homes, developmental screening, and appropriate referral and follow-up for children and youth.
• Identifies and outreaches to pediatric primary care practices and clinics in designated County that serve a high volume of low-income children.
• Trains providers and office staff on medical home concepts, developmental screening, and referral pathways for children and their families.
• Identifies systems barriers to provision of medical homes and developmental screening and identifies potential solutions.
• Conducts regular site visits to practice sites to provide technical assistance, additional training, and consultation for pediatric providers and staff on medical home concepts, developmental screening, and referral pathways.
• Assists in design, revision and distribution of medical home materials and other educational materials for pediatric providers, including updates on program, systems, and policy changes that affect pediatric practice and services to children and families.
• Participates in the collection, consolidation and assessment of program data for the purpose of monitoring the results and overall effectiveness. May recommend areas of improvement.
• Prepares project reports, policies, and procedures and disseminates them to senior management for project reports.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS **

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience; experience with child health and/or development and/or pediatric primary care settings is preferred.

License/Certification: None required.

** KNOWLEDGE **

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.

• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.
• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Knowledge and understanding of community and physician relations.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
• Knowledge of public health policies and program design and administration.
• Ability to work collaboratively with community partners, including pediatric providers, county public health, and other child-serving organizations.

** PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS **

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information

Pay Range
Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.
Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $37.62 to $48.91

Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.