Ambulatory Services Director directs the staff and programs of the ambulatory services department. Oversees, administers, and coordinates all activities and operations of the ambulatory services for the health care facility, including outpatient clinics, outpatient surgery, and urgent care centers. Being an Ambulatory Services Director develops and introduces approved standards and guidelines for ambulatory services and programs. Maintains working relationships with community agencies. Additionally, Ambulatory Services Director ensures non-emergency care clinics operate within budget and in accordance with performance standards. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Ambulatory Services Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Ambulatory Services Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY :
Supervises employees preparing and serving food for hospital patients and visitors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
assists in staff selection and provides training and orientation for employees.
Communicates direction for correct performance of tasks and levels of responsibility and accountability.
Ensures compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Makes task assignments that will help employees’ develop their skills.
Monitors and controls expenses within approved budget allocations.
Provides input for budget preparation and keep management apprised of budget variances and unexpected expenses.
Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards.
Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION : High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
EXPERIENCE : Four (4) years of food services experience, preferably in an acute care setting.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION : ServSafe certificate.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
lift and or move more than 50 lbs with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee may potentially be exposed to infectious organisms during routine and emergency situations.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Last updated : 2024-03-03