Residential Care Medical Director jobs in Arkansas

Residential Care Medical Director plans and directs all aspects of clinical care at an assisted living or skilled nursing facility. Ensures that clinical programs operate in compliance with all applicable regulations. Being a Residential Care Medical Director provides patient consultations as needed and manages relationships between staff and attending physicians. Advises non-medical management on clinical and patient related matters and policies. Additionally, Residential Care Medical Director requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Requires a state license to practice medicine. Typically reports to top management. The Residential Care Medical Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Residential Care Medical Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Medical Laboratory Director
  • Washington Regional Medical Center
  • Fayetteville, AR FULL_TIME
  • Organization Overview, Mission, Vision and Values

    Washington Regional Medical System (the “System”) is our region’s only locally governed, community-owned, not-for-profit healthcare system. The System includes a 425-bed acute care hospital known as Washington Regional Medical Center (the “Hospital”) which is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Hospital is supported by the System- including primary, specialty and urgent care operations - that span across Northwest Arkansas into Harrison and Eureka Springs. Being heavily supported and invested in our community makes Washington Regional a unique employer, encouraging staff to give back to the community in which we live and work … and give back to each other.

    Washington Regional Mission, Vision and Values prove to be a firm foundation and inspiration from which we fulfill our purpose.

    Mission: Washington Regional is committed to improving the health of people in communities we serve through compassionate, high quality care, prevention and wellness education.

    Vision: To be the leading healthcare system in Northwest Arkansas --- the best place to receive care and the best place to give care.

    Values: To treat others – patients and their families, visitors, physicians, and each other – as we would want to be treated.

    Position Summary

    The role of the Director of Laboratory reports to the Vice President of Ancillary Services. This position is responsible for planning and administering directly, and through subordinate supervisory personnel, the effective operations of the laboratory. This position oversees the management and delivery of laboratory testing in accordance with all medical center and regulatory standards, to include the selection of the test methodology that is appropriate for the clinical use of test results. This position has leadership responsibilities over the following areas of Lab Client Services, Blood Bank, Point of Care, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Phlebotomy, and reference lab. This position will develop and lead departmental goals and objectives, and the development of process improvement interventions that solve operational problems, drive cost-effective business practices, and improve quality, service, and productivity. This position will also collect and analyze data to effectively lead through planning, implementing, and evaluating patient experience strategies designed to improve the overall care experience.

    Essential Position Responsibilities

    · Develop, secure, implement, monitor in adherence to and administer departmental policies and procedures, and ensures same are in compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations, and applicable accrediting bodies

    · Recommend and implement agreed-upon long- and short-term departmental goals and objectives in order to enhance department services

    · Prepare, secure approval of and administer departmental capital expense and operating budgets. Monitor in adherence to budgets and initiate corrective action as necessary

    · Evaluate laboratory testing, supplies and equipment, and make recommendations for acquisition of new or additional laboratory equipment and supplies

    · Implement organizational strategies to achieve system goals including patient experience and satisfaction goals

    · Interview, hire, evaluate the performance of and, when necessary, discipline and discharge subordinate supervisory personnel. Provide guidance and direction to subordinate supervisors in resolving complex employee relations matters. Ensure the ongoing competence of medical lab scientists and technologists through assessment and training

    · Actively participate in medical center quality assessment programs in order to ensure the continuous improvement of laboratory services within the system

    · Initiate and maintain inventory control procedures. Supervise maintenance of appropriate stock levels. Assign personnel to process purchase orders, maintain inventory and purchasing records, monitor usage and dating of supplies and inventory

    · Develop and maintain an effective communication for physicians and other Medical Center personnel in order to disseminate such information as changes in testing methodology, applicable equipment changes and new laboratory tests and so forth.

    · Maintain knowledge of current trends and development in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature and attending related seminars, conferences and the like.

    · Monitor processing of laboratory charges, ensuring tests and supplies are properly entered to each patient's account.

    · Consult with other department directors, System administration, and other System personnel as needed. Initiate appropriate action to correct problem areas and supervises.

    · Collaborate with members of hospital leadership teams to implement improvement optimization strategies.

    · Monitor and analyze ongoing performance and productivity and implement necessary corrective action, as needed

    · Implement patient experience guidelines and provide coaching to staff to achieve desired outcomes.

    Other Duties and Responsibilities

    · Integrate the department into the primary function of the Medical Center, including being responsive to changing needs or unusual/urgent events that occur within the Medical Center and participating in cross-organizational activities designed to improve organizational performance, as appropriate.

    · Coordinate and integrate inter- and intra-departmental services. Define, in writing, the scope and goals of the services provided specifically addressing:

    o The type(s) and age(s) of the patients served

    o The scope and complexity of the patients' care needs

    o The extent to which the level of care provided will meet the patients' needs

    o The appropriateness, clinical necessity, and timeliness of support services provided directly by the organization or through referral services

    o The availability of necessary staff

    o The recognized standards or guidelines for practice, when available

    o The methods that will be used to assess and meet patients' needs

    · Develop, gain Administrative approval of, and implement policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of departmental services.

    • Recommend a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide departmental services and assist in the Medical Center's recruiting and retention efforts to provide the number of staff recommended.
    • Determine the qualifications and competence of department personnel.
    • Continually assess the needs for and strive to improve the performance of care and quality of the services provided.
    • Maintain, as appropriate, quality control and quality improvement programs.
    • Provide directly or provide access to orientation and continuing education of all personnel in the department.
    • Make recommendations for space and other resources needed by the department as necessary.
    • Participation in the selection of off-site resources needed for services related to the department but not provided by the department.
    • Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate issues regarding the Medical Center's mission, values, operational plans, safety, quality, and other relevant inter- and intra-departmental issues.
    • Provide timely and effective feedback to individuals responsible for coordinating organizational performance improvement activities and, on an individual and departmental level, actively participate in those activities, as appropriate

    Qualifications

    · Education: Master’s degree in business, healthcare administration or related field, preferred. Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, required.

    · Certifications: Registered as a Technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist by a national certification agency.

    · Minimum of seven (7) years of directly related healthcare leadership experience including data collection and analysis, leading teams and personnel to success around a common goal, experience and success in developing and implementing systematic changes and experience in implementing policy and procedures that perpetuate a customer centric environment.

    · Understand and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, regulations and policies related to specialized expertise on technical matters of the laboratory.

    · Must meet requirements for a Technical Supervisor per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) specifications. Have at least four years of laboratory experience in high complexity testing.

    · Possession of a valid Arkansas driver's license is a requirement for this job.

    Professional Skills

    · Approximately seven to ten years progressively more responsible related work experience which includes five to seven years supervisory and managerial experience, in order to effectively direct and manage activities within patient and customer experience and services.

    · Advanced interpersonal skills necessary in order to provide effective leadership to subordinate personnel and effectively communicate with a wide variety of hospital personnel, community residents and outside agencies personnel.

    · Advanced analytical skills necessary in order to develop and implement new policies techniques and procedures, determines need for capital equipment, personnel, expense and revenue budgets, and prepare special and recurring reports or analyses.

    Distinguishing Features of the Department Head (DH) Position: Under general supervision of the Vice President, the Department Head is responsible for the administrative supervision over the patient services function of Washington Regional Hospice Services. The DH administers and coordinates the operations of this function to ensure proper management and effective operation of the delivery of care in accordance with established accreditation, regulatory and professional standards, together with applicable Hospital and System policies and procedures. Responsibility involves effective strategic planning and operational coordination with multiple Hospital and System support functions.

    Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those 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

    Notice: This job description is designed to provide an overview of the essential and principal duties and responsibilities of the position. The job description is not designed or intended to cover or set forth a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Washington Regional reserves the right in its absolute discretion to change duties, responsibilities or activities or assign new duties, responsibilities or activities at any time with or without notice. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $105,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Relocation assistance
    • Vision insurance

    License/Certification:

    • ASCP Certification (Required)

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Fayetteville, AR 72703: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

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Director of Child Care Center
  • Lamb & Lion Child Care
  • Jonesboro, AR FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Job Overview:We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Childcare Provider to join our team. As a Childcare Provider, you will be responsible for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Nurse/Medical Assistant
  • Jacksonville Medical Care
  • Jacksonville, AR FULL_TIME
  • Working at Jacksonville Medical Care is making a difference. It’s an opportunity to build a career that allows you to impact people’s lives in a meaningful way, every day. Every position at Jacksonvil...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Patient care technician
  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Benton, AR FULL_TIME
  • experience preferred but not requiredPURPOSE AND SCOPE : Supports FMCNA's mission vision core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program including following all re...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Patient Care Technician 1- PCT
  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Benton, AR FULL_TIME
  • POSITION FEATURES:experience preferred but not requiredPURPOSE AND SCOPE:Supports FMCNA's mission vision core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program including ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Patient care technician
  • Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.
  • Conway, AR FULL_TIME
  • PURPOSE AND SCOPE : Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Residential Director
  • Justice Resource Institute
  • Tewksbury, MA
  • Description Who we are looking for: Are you the Residential Director we have been looking for? In this position, you wil...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Resident Director
  • Tulane University Staff
  • New Orleans, LA
  • The Tulane Recovery Community (TRC) ResidentDirector holds a crucial role as a professional staff member residing on-sit...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Resident Director
  • Toccoa Falls College
  • Toccoa Falls, GA
  • For description, visit PDF: https://tfc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/RD-Job-Posting.pdf
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Resident Director
  • Tulane University
  • New Orleans, LA
  • The Tulane Recovery Community (TRC) ResidentDirector holds a crucial role as a professional staff member residing on-sit...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Residence Director
  • UMass Amherst
  • Amherst, MA
  • About UMass Amherst UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RESIDENT DIRECTOR
  • Loyola University
  • Chicago, IL
  • Position Details Position Details Job Title RESIDENT DIRECTOR Position Number 8101937 Job Category University Staff Job ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Resident Director
  • Creighton University
  • Omaha, NE
  • The Resident Director (RD) is a year round, live-in, full-time professional staff member responsible for managing the da...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Residential Director
  • UHS
  • Nashville, TN
  • Responsibilities Hermitage Hall (a UHS company) is one of Middle Tennessee's largest stand-alone psychiatric residential...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Residential Care Medical Director jobs
$218,242 to $317,446

Residential Care Medical Director in Little Rock, AR
Sergio Lappano and registered nurse Kate Wiens as medical director and director of residential care at the Stratford Perth Rotary Hospice, which is set to open up to patients at the end of June.
November 30, 2019
Residential Care Medical Director in Alexandria, LA
Hospice Care Avon Maitland announced this week that it has appointed Dr.
January 29, 2020
This week, roughly two months before the Stratford Perth Rotary Hospice is set to open to patients, Hospice Care Avon Maitland announced the appointments of its medical director and director of residential care.
February 02, 2020