DIRECTOR OF MEDICAL SERVICES - INPATIENT
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc., Phoenix, Arizona, United States
DIRECTOR OF MEDICAL SERVICES - INPATIENT
Job Category : Medical
Requisition Number : DIREC002040
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Posted : February 3, 2026
Full-Time
Locations Fort Defiance Indian Rte 7 & Indian Rte 12 PO Box 649 Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA
Closing Date: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2026 @ 4:00 PM (MST)
Salary Range: DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCE (DOE)
APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER’S LICENSE
RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides day to day leadership and management that reflect the adopted mission and core values of the organization.
Assumes responsibilities for interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Establishes and approves overall work schedules and determines individual or work group assignments.
Formulates policies, programs and procedures related to medical services along with the Medical Services Branch Supervisors,
Works with other Clinical Service Division Branch Supervisors for the purpose of meeting FDIHB needs for Medical Services in conjunction with the Chief Medical Officer.
Helps oversee privileging and credentialing of the Medical Staff in conjunction with the Chief of Staff.
Assumes responsibility for the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement of Medical Care delivered at FDIHB in conjunction with the Chief Medical Officer and members of the Medical Staff.
Develops and implements plans/programs for improvement, expansion and expansion of inpatient care including the Emergency Department, Internal Medicine Department, Obstetrics-Gynecology Department, Pharmacy Department and the Surgery Department to meet changing patient care needs or staffing levels.
Assumes responsibility for satisfying Medical Services Branch Department’s requirements in order to maintain the Centers of Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) and another pertinent accreditation.
Optimizes and updates best practices in all Medical Service Departments with the Medical Services Branch Supervisors and Revenue Generating Department. This includes formulating and following budgets for day-to-day operations, capital equipment and strategic planning.
Serves on a variety of hospital committees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience
Three (3) years of clinical experience in chosen specialty.
Two (2) years of experience in supervising a Hospital Department (or equivalent) including developing and following budgets for day to day operations and capital equipment.
Education
Completion of Medical Degree (or D.O).
Completion of an accredited residency program.
Active, unrestricted Medical License from any U.S. State or Territory.
Current, valid, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) License.
Board Eligible or Board Certification in respective discipline.
FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Requisition Number : DIREC002040
Apply now
Posted : February 3, 2026
Full-Time
Locations Fort Defiance Indian Rte 7 & Indian Rte 12 PO Box 649 Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA
Closing Date: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2026 @ 4:00 PM (MST)
Salary Range: DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCE (DOE)
APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER’S LICENSE
RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides day to day leadership and management that reflect the adopted mission and core values of the organization.
Assumes responsibilities for interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Establishes and approves overall work schedules and determines individual or work group assignments.
Formulates policies, programs and procedures related to medical services along with the Medical Services Branch Supervisors,
Works with other Clinical Service Division Branch Supervisors for the purpose of meeting FDIHB needs for Medical Services in conjunction with the Chief Medical Officer.
Helps oversee privileging and credentialing of the Medical Staff in conjunction with the Chief of Staff.
Assumes responsibility for the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement of Medical Care delivered at FDIHB in conjunction with the Chief Medical Officer and members of the Medical Staff.
Develops and implements plans/programs for improvement, expansion and expansion of inpatient care including the Emergency Department, Internal Medicine Department, Obstetrics-Gynecology Department, Pharmacy Department and the Surgery Department to meet changing patient care needs or staffing levels.
Assumes responsibility for satisfying Medical Services Branch Department’s requirements in order to maintain the Centers of Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) and another pertinent accreditation.
Optimizes and updates best practices in all Medical Service Departments with the Medical Services Branch Supervisors and Revenue Generating Department. This includes formulating and following budgets for day-to-day operations, capital equipment and strategic planning.
Serves on a variety of hospital committees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience
Three (3) years of clinical experience in chosen specialty.
Two (2) years of experience in supervising a Hospital Department (or equivalent) including developing and following budgets for day to day operations and capital equipment.
Education
Completion of Medical Degree (or D.O).
Completion of an accredited residency program.
Active, unrestricted Medical License from any U.S. State or Territory.
Current, valid, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) License.
Board Eligible or Board Certification in respective discipline.
FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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