Health Reporter

An NIHB Publication

The Health Reporter is a quarterly newsletter published by the National Indian Health Board. Each issue of the E-newsletter contains up-to-date information on NIHB programs and issues surrounding Indian health in this country.

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NIHB Career Opportunities

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The National Indian Health Board seeks qualified candidates for the following open positions based in Washington DC:


PROJECT DIRECTOR, AMERICAN INDIAN/ALASKA NATIVE HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (HITECH) NATIONAL REGIONAL EXTENSION CENTER (REC): Open Until Filled

TO APPLY: Send your complete NIHB Employment Application, a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and three references to Evangelyn Dotomain, NIHB Deputy Director, at edotomain@nihb.org or fax to 202-507-4071.

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Non-NIHB Career Opportunities


USET Development Director

The USET Development Director is responsible for identifying and securing a diverse set of funding to support the needs of program services to achieve greater sustainability. This includes, but is not limited to, researching corporate, private, and government funding opportunities. Grant writing, coordination and database management of all funding sources while adhering to the goals and objectives of USET. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or Nonprofit Management from an accredited college or university, which has equipped the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform duties of the position. At least four years of experience in the nonprofit community with grant writing skills and fundraising experience.

For more information email Tammy Neptune at tneptune@usetinc.org


Staff Epidemiologist

Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc.
Albuquerque Area Southwest Tribal Epidemiology Center (AASTEC)

The Epidemiologist’s primary responsibility is to provide a wide range of epidemiologic assistance to AASTEC. This will include design, implementation and evaluation of the core epidemiologic functions such as surveillance, study design, and disease investigation in collaboration with American Indian Tribes in New Mexico, Colorado and Southwest Texas. This position reports to the Director of the Albuquerque Area Southwest Tribal Epidemiology Center located at the Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc.

Applicant must have a minimum of a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in Epidemiology with two years of experience in epidemiologic investigation and analysis.

For more information or to apply for this position, send CV/Resume, three professional references, salary history and cover letter to kenglish@aaihb.org or by regular mail to: Kevin English, Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc., 5015 Prospect Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.

For best consideration, please forward all application materials by February 15th, 2012.


Tenure-Track Faculty Member

The School of Public Administration at the University of New Mexico

The School of Public Administration at the University of New Mexico is seeking a tenure-track Faculty member with a research and teaching specialization in Native American Policy and Administration, to begin Fall Term 2012. Rank is open.

The candidate must have completed a Ph.D. in Public Administration, Political Science, or closely-related social science discipline at the time of appointment; applicants with a Juris Doctor degree and a demonstrated record of scholarship, teaching, and service related to Native American policy and administration will also be considered. Appointment rank is dependent upon qualifications and experience. For best consideration, candidates need to apply by November 21, 2011 through UNM Jobs (http://unmjobs.unm.edu). The position will remain open until filled. Please Contact Ms. Angela Kamman for more information by telephone at 505-277-5873 or by email akamman@unm.edu.


Chief Executive Officer

The Board of Directors of the Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley (IHC)

The Board of Directors of the Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley (IHC) seeks a resourceful and visionary executive leader in the field of primary health care. The CEO is responsible for the strategic vision and oversight of the IHC. The CEO supervises chief management staff; ensures sound financial, budgeting and investing practices; leads fundraising efforts; ensures provision of high quality services through quality improvement strategies; ensures that the corporation is effectively structured and staffed; develops and trains Board members; and networks with other health agencies to advance the IHC’s mission. To qualify will need: Master’s degree in public health, five years of experience leading a large primary care ambulatory clinic and extensive knowledge of California health care delivery systems including Medi-Cal, managed care, and Indian Health Service.

Applicants should send their resume and cover letter describing their qualifications to:
Barbara Miao, CFO
1211 Meridian Ave
San Jose, CA 95125
Email: bmiao@ihcscv.org
or by fax: 408-448-1041


Seminole Tribe of Florida Hiring
Chief Medical Officer – Health Department

Native Americans are strongly encouraged to apply!

The Chief Medical Officer serves as the Medical Director and Supervisor to the Health Department’s mid-level practitioners and other physicians. Works with the Director of Nursing and Health Administration.

Provides direct medical care to patients at all Health Clinics. Refers patients requiring specialized care. Establishes and/or revises medical clinics policies, procedures, and medical protocols.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Florida State Physicians License, MD. Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Minimum of 10 years practicing medicine. Experience in directing and supervising medical clinics.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and English communication skills. Strong organizational ability and initiative.

Send resumes to joshualohn@semtribe.com

Visit www.semtribe.com for complete listing of all opportunities within the Seminole Tribe of Florida.


 

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