Ability to: Plan, organize, and direct a multi-specialty clinical department within one or multiple location(s); Develop and implement new methods and procedures; Prepare financial and operational studies and analyses; Interpret and apply provisions of Federal, State, and local laws and regulations as they apply to ambulatory healthcare delivery functions and activities; Act as a liaison to, advise, and/or resolve differences with public and private agencies, other departments, the general public, and departmental employees; Apply knowledge of healthcare goals and objectives and the organizational business plan to bridge patient care services and outcomes; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures; Use work-related computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, or specialized departmental programs; Prepare clear and concise correspondence and reports; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies. If driving, possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization; *As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help.