Job DescriptionThe Clinical Lead - Home Health, Therapy Services is responsible for the scheduling, coordination, training, precepting and education of the Home Health staff members. The Clinical Lead is also responsible for all the same functions as the Physical Therapist - Home Health in addition to the Principal Responsibilities listed below.Job RelationshipsReports to the Operations Manager.Principal Responsibilities
- Provide leadership within the department and act as a resource for staff on a continual basis.
- Coordinate with the Operations Manager to ensure leadership coverage in the department
- Will serve as department preceptor and collaborate with other department preceptors.
- Collaborate with providers, staff, ancillaries and supporting departments to ensure efficient and quality patient care.
- Collaborate with other departments to improve workflow and process development
- Handle patient complaints as necessary.
- Implement the onboarding of new hires and ongoing training, education and competency of existing nursing staff in collaboration with Clinical Operations.
- Create/maintain the employee schedule and coordinate coverage to ensure all shifts are staffed.
- In collaboration with the Operations Manager, monitor and report on employee performance/productivity.
- Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager to investigate and report quality concerns related to OSHA, HIPAA, etc. Document encounters appropriately.
- Assist the Operations Manager with selecting qualified candidates to join the department.
- Assist the Operations Manager with development and maintenance of policies and procedures related to the Home Health staff.
- Prepare and present staff meeting agenda and/or communication under the direction of the Operations Manager.
- May gather statistical data, prepare reports, and present to managers and staff as needed.
- Super user or subject matter expert for new systems, processes, applications, initiatives, etc...
- Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
- Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
- Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
- Successful completion of a Physical Therapy program approved by CAPTE, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
- One year of Outpatient, SNF, or Inpatient Rehab is required.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy or
- Educated as registered nurse by attaining an ADN, diploma or B.S.N.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience strongly desired.
Licenses/Certificates
- Currently licensed by the Illinois State Board of Physical Therapy or
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
- CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
- Reliable means of transportation, valid IL driver's license and vehicle liability insurance required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate diplomatically and deal tactfully and effectively with all levels of Springfield Clinic employees, physicians, and the public.
- Ability to remain calm and perform with accuracy under pressure/during emergent situations.
- Professional behavior and communication skills
- Strong communication skills, flexibility, and professionalism
- Self-direction with a strong sense of team commitment
- Strong organizational and time management
Working Environment
- This job operates in a variety of settings, including but not limited to professional office environment, patient's homes, and car
- Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
- Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
- Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases
PHI/Privacy LevelHIPAA1This position is employed to provide services for White Star, a not-for-profit affiliate of Springfield Clinic,