Benefits We Offer:
* Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
* 401K Retirement Plan
* Paid Holidays
* PTO
* Flexible Spending Account
* Tuition Reimbursement (coming 2021)
Position Description
The Branch Director is a qualified person appointed to administer, direct, and coordinate all the activities of the Agency in compliance with governing regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(The Branch Director must be responsible for implementing and supervising the administrative policies of the agency and administratively supervising the provision of all services as directed and in conjunction with the Administrator) Ohio only
The Branch Director assists the Administrator who organizes and directs the Agencys ongoing functions including, but not limited to:
* Maintaining an on-going liaison with the IDG Committee, the Governing Body, and the Agency staff
* Coordinating service components to be provided by contractual agreement and ensuring hiring of qualified personnel
* Being familiar with State and Federal Regulations and arranging for Agency compliance with the same
* Being responsible for familiarizing employees with State, Federal Regulations and having copies of the regulations available for their use
* Directing installation of improved work methods and procedures to ensure achievement of objectives of the program
* Maintaining an effective budgeting and accounting system that promotes the health and safety of the agencys clients as directed by administrator
* Works in conjunction with the Administrator as indicated to solve administrative problems and coordinate and review activities of the Agency
* Developing cooperative relationships with other agencies for exchange of information and services with community agencies to develop understanding of the program
* Authorizing purchase of supplies and equipment
* Ensuring the accuracy of public information materials and activities
* Other duties as needed
* To supervise and evaluate client satisfaction survey reports on all clients served
* Be available in person or by telephone during the agencys operating hours
* Ensure that the documentation of services provided is accurate and timely
* Ensure adequate staff education and evaluations
Ohio only:
* Recommending rules governing conduct while on duty, working hours, and salary or per visit rates
* Maintaining an office facility for the Agency, which is large enough for efficient staff, work, adequately equipped, and provides a safe working environment
* Employ or contract with qualified personnel
REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* Is a Registered Nurse or;
* Has a Bachelors Degree, preferably in health care administration (at a minimum, training and experience in health service administration and at least two (2) years of administrative or supervisory experience in home health care or related health program (hospital, nursing facility, or hospice, etc.)
* The Branch Director shall not have been employed in the last one year as an administrator with another agency at the time the agency was cited with violations of the statute or this chapter, which resulted in enforcement action taken against the agency. For purposes of this clause only, the term enforcement action means license revocation, suspension, emergency suspension, or denial of a license or injunction action but does include administrative or civil penalties. If the department prevails in one enforcement action against the agency but also proceeds with another enforcement action based on some or all of the same violations, but the department does not prevail in the second action, the prohibition in this clause does not apply
* The Branch Director shall not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor per federal guidelines
* (The Branch Director may also be the Coordinating Nurse (supervising nurse) if the Coordinating Nurse meets the qualifications of an Associate Administrator) Ohio only
* Be able to read, write, and comprehend English
Houston, TX
Founded 25 years ago,Visiting Physicians Association (VPA) is the nation’s leader in house call medicine. We specialize in caring for patients with complex health issues.
With our advanced medical technology, we are able to provide comprehensive care for every patient all within the comfort and privacy of their home. Our model ensures that patients medical needs are addressed in a timely manner.
We prioritize and are committed to best practices and high quality outcomes for our patients.
VPA is part of U.S. Medical Management (USMM). USMM is a family of companies that provides home-based medical services for elderly and other adult patients with complex health issues.
Our Experience
Expertise in geriatric care
Experience with Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) and value-based healthcare initiatives
Pioneer ACO (2012-2014)
CMS Independence at Home Program (2012 - current)
MSSP ACO (2015 to current)- 2016 Results
Experience with clinically integrated networks, population health management, and value-based initiatives
Fully implemented compliance, quality management and infection control programs
Patient specific proprietary clinical protocol software for chronic care management
Overview
Established in 1993
Largest physician house call practice in the U.S.
Over 200 full time Primary Care Providers (Physicians, NP's, PA's)
Physician-led model
Serve over 50,000 unique patients annually
Leader in government shared savings programs
Robust technology infrastructure
State of the art laboratory, mobile x-ray, ultrasound in the home
Member of the American Academy of Home Care Medicine (AAHCM)