Job Description

Benefits We Have to Offer:

* Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
* 401K Retirement Plan
* Paid Holidays
* PTO
* Flexible Spending Account
* Tuition Reimbursement (coming 2021)

Position Description

The Administrator administers, organizes and directs the Agencys ongoing functions; maintains ongoing liaison among the community it serves, the governing body, the group of professional personnel, and the staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Maintains an on-going liaison with the Governing Body, and the Agency staff
* Coordinates service components to be provided by contractual agreement and ensures hiring of qualified personnel. Ensures adequate staff education and evaluations
* Plans overall development of the Home Health Agency as set forth in the Conditions of Participation under the direction of the Governing Body
* Ensures Agency compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. Acts as a resource for the Staff
* Completes, stores, and submits reports and records as required by State, Federal and Local Regulatory Agencies
* Directs the implementation of improved work methods and procedures to ensure achievement of Program objectives
* Directs the standards and methods of measurement and implementation of agency activities related to process improvement, quality of patient care delivery, patient satisfaction, and staff satisfaction
* Oversees annual program evaluation and the plan of correction resulting from this evaluation
* Reviews existing policies and procedures on a timely basis. Recommends revision of same when appropriate to QA Department. Responsible for meeting the Agencys annual fiscal, quality, and operational goals and objectives
* Maintains a current organizational chart to show lines of authority to the patient level
* Collaborates with Human Resources in recommending rules governing conduct while on duty, working hours, and salary or per visit rates
* Maintains Agencys personnel files as required by State, Federal and Local regulation or Agency policy and procedure
* Ensures accuracy of public information
* Develops and maintains community relationships including but not limited to current and potential referral sources, customers, health care facilities, and community leaders
* Appoints in writing, a qualified licensed person to act as Clinical Manager and a similarly qualified alternate to serve as Clinical Manager in the absence of the Clinical Manager
* Coordinates and ensures that quarterly UR/QI (Performance Improvement) Committee meetings are held
* Maintains efficient work flow by ensuring adequate space, equipment, supplies, as well as ergonomic work areas
* Participates in Performance Improvement activities as needed
* Evaluates client satisfaction survey reports and implements effective Plan of Correction based on findings
* Evaluates staff satisfaction regularly and develops an effective Plan of Correction based on findings
* Is available during the agencys usual working hours
* Has the primary responsibility to initiate the emergency preparedness plan
* Performs the roll of Disaster Coordinator during emergencies and/or disasters
* Follows agency policies and procedures
* Provides direct support and administrative control for all branch locations
* Performs these and all other duties as assigned by the Regional Director of Operations
* Lifting of objects up to 40 pounds from floor to shoulder
* Repetitive walking, standing, sitting, bending and use of hands
* Average hearing and vision
* Driving in a variety of seasonal environments for 2-4 hours
* Exposure/risk category: OSHA Category 3

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

* An Administrator who began employment prior to January 13, 2018
* Is a licensed physician, or
* A registered nurse, or
* Has training and experience in Health Services Administration and at least one year of supervisory administrative experience in home health care or related health programs
* An Administrator who began employment after January 13, 2018
* Is a licensed physician or registered nurse, or holds an undergraduate degree
* Has experience in Health Services Administration, with at least one year of supervisory experience in home health care or a related health care field
* Current drivers license and automobile in good working condition with proof of auto insurance
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and is able to read, write and comprehend English
* Demonstrated competency in budgeting, finance, long-term planning, and interpersonal communications
* Proficiency in personal computer use, including e-mail, clinical, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software
* Working knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations governing Medicare Skilled Home Health Services
* Demonstrated leadership and management skills including effective communication to the Governing Body and Agency Staff

ADDITIONAL FLORIDA REQUIREMENTS

* Active CPR Certification

ADDITIONAL TEXAS REQUIREMENTS

* The Administrator shall not be convicted of a felony or misdemeanor listed in 97.601(b)(2) of this title (relating to License Denial, Suspension, or Revocation)
* A Newly appointed Administrator must complete within 12 months of designation, 24 clocked hours of initial continuing education as outlined in TAC 97.259. Each 12 months following initial training, the Administrator will complete = or > 12 clocked hours of continuing education as outlined in TAC 97.260