Regional Director - Operations
U.S. Medical Management (USMM) is an affiliate of a leading Fortune 100 company. A national organization built on a continuum of care with premier healthcare providers, clinicians and patient focused individuals working together. Our Mission Through Compassionate Patient-Centered Care in the Home; We will Provide Exceptional Outcomes across our Continuum of Services Visiting Physicians Association, Pinnacle Senior Care, Grace Hospice, Comfort Hospice, Home DME & our In Home Health Assessments (IHA).
Our Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork & Excellence are leading us to a better tomorrow for patient care. Our Purposes Centered on We are Unified in our Work through our Continuum of Services We can Find Comfort that We are Making a Difference for our Patients & We make a Broader Positive Impact on Society, allows USMM to be poised for a phenomenal future.
We are seeking candidates who desire the experience of delivering quality & compassionate healthcare within proven care models with patients at the forefront of everything we do.
Benefits We Have to Offer:
* Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
* 401K Retirement Plan
* Paid Holidays
* PTO
* Flexible Spending Account
* Tuition Reimbursement
Position Description
The Regional Director of Operations is a qualified professional and is an employee of the Agency. The Regional Director is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the administrative, clinical and community relations area while carrying out management responsibilities in accordance with the agencys policies and procedures for multi facilities within a region.
Qualifications
The Agency shall employ a Regional Director who has:
* A current unencumbered State Professional Nurse license preferred.
* Three (3) year of supervisory and/or administrative experience. Has two (2) years of home health experience.
* Demonstrated organizational and leadership abilities.
* The ability to be available at all times, either in person or telephonically.
* The ability to read, write, and comprehend English;
* Ability to travel up to 80% of the time
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Directs implementation of approved work methods and procedures that reflect elements essential to rendering high quality care. (Ensures that the professional standards of community nursing practice are maintained by all agencies for the region assigned.)
* Responsible for the review, analysis, and appraisal of the effectiveness of the total Agency program for the region.
* Interprets and transmits policies of the Board of Directors to the professional staff in order to insure compliance with policies.
* Selects and maintains a qualified, well-organized staff to supervise daily operations of the agency.
* Establishes staffing patterns, which reflect the quality and quantity of various professional personnel necessary to plan, provide, and supervise the care rendered to patients and families.
* Establishes methods for coordination of care by all disciplines.
* Gives leadership in promoting and maintaining standards for giving good quality care by all members of the patient care team.
* Assures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
* Reviews policies relevant to patient care with the Administrator.
* Promotes staff development by:
* Works closely with the quality department in the development of orientation and staff education programs.
* Recognizing leadership potential and offering opportunities for leadership training and development.
* Encouraging and assisting personnel to continue self-improvement through formal education, educational meetings, and active participation in professional and related organizations.
* Provides for continuing evaluation of the program by:
* Evaluating service policies and functions, and recommending proposals for changes, study, or problems, which affect the Agency.
* Evaluating the performance of the individuals in the program in relation to the established standards and the individual's professional development.
* Evaluating own job performance and utilization of resources in planning for professional growth.
* Participates in the total service program in relation to Agency goals and community needs.
* Participates in local organizations and activities relative to the health professions and community health services.
* Participates in State and national organizations, meetings, seminars, workshops, and activities relating to the health professions and health care services.
* Serves as a backup individual to initiate the emergency preparedness in their region in the event of an emergency or disaster
* Responsible for company leadership and oversight during an emergency or disaster in the event that the Vice President of Home Health was unavailable for.
* Performs duties as needed.
* 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.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* Bachelor's Degree
* Master's Degree
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)