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Schedule Details/Additional Information: The position is 20 hours a week, with every other Thursday required to be on-site for the department meeting. The other hours would be worked remote, with some flexibility in the days/times.
$38.20 - $57.30 MAJOR RESPONSIBILTIES Ensures the program meets expectations set forth by governing agencies and accreditation criteria. In collaboration with operational leadership, maintains and ensures compliance with all policies and procedures related to the program. Plans, implements and revises the bariatric program in collaboration with operational leadership based on the needs of and feedback from, patients and care providers in accordance with MBSAQIP standards of care.
Collaborates on an ongoing basis with the program director, operational leaders, cross functional team leaders, clinic staff and physicians to promote communication, anticipate and identify needs of the program and clients and implement solutions. Integrates evidence-based practice into program improvements. Provides orientation and education related to the program for all stakeholders, including staff.
Maintains knowledge of the preoperative, perioperative and postoperative processes (pathways, protocols and all elements associated with the coordination of patient care. Contributes to development of pathways. Serves as an educational resource regarding MBSAQIP and other regulatory requirements.
Coordinates, facilitates, implements and participates in care management and quality improvement initiatives/ teams. Develops process improvement plans with leadership and departments to analyze, monitor and ensure high levels of quality and performance. Identifies opportunities for improvement, makes recommendations and leads implementation fo best practices to meet established goals.
Interprets and communicates care management and quality results in a way that the customer understands. Monitors outcomes data and collection. Meets with providers and staff to assist with problem-solving and improvement strategies.
Coordinates, facilitates and implements best practice strategies for assigned patient populations to meet quality and cost goals MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED License/Registration/Certification Required: Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, or Dietitian (RD) registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Dietary or healthcare related field.
Experience Required: Typically requires 5 years of experience in health care or clinical quality improvement. (Experience in bariatrics preferred). KNOLWEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Knowledge of medical terminology, basic anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
Knowledge of general computer applications, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to manage data entry deadlines and accreditation processes as necessary. Demonstrates strong problem solving, leadership, conflict management and team building skills.
Knowledge of evidence based best practice resources to promote efficiency and effective outcomes. Knowledge of quality improvement principles, project management and team facilitation. Ability to analyze complex data and communicate sensitive information.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Certification Addendum Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to drive to various sites so therefore will be exposed to weather and road conditions. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Exposed to normal office environment.
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