Administrator in Training

PACS•Remote - California, CA

2d•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Administrator in Training (AIT) is a training position in a long-term care facility, working under the direct supervision of a licensed Precepting Administrator. The role assists with facility operations, regulatory compliance, financial reporting, staffing, risk management, safety, clinical quality, and community relations. It also supports employee engagement and retention, vendor contract negotiations, and capital improvements. The position assists in managing and overseeing employees at multiple levels, directly or indirectly, with responsibilities that may include hiring, training, performance appraisal, rewards and discipline, addressing complaints, resolving problems, and terminations. The successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university. A degree in Healthcare Administration or Business is preferred; a master’s degree or MBA is also preferred. The candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Suite products and have the communication, mathematical, and reasoning abilities described in the posting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration or Business is preferred.
A master’s degree or MBA is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in analyzing the various operations within a nursing facility.
Act as a liaison between the nursing facility, residents, families, and the outside community.
Compile and develop reporting on budget projections, revenue, and expenses.
Model the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values and ensure employees, residents, and families are treated with respect.
Participate in community groups and develop and maintain relationships with local hospital leadership and physicians.
Monitor industry regulations, laws, and compliance updates, and make changes as appropriate.
Study and develop a sound understanding of federal and state regulations and industry best practices.
Understand staffing-level requirements and adhere to industry and company standards.
Assist in monitoring and directing the execution of policy and procedural changes.
Participate in resolving human resources issues and risk management situations within the facility.
Assist with capital improvements and safety programs.
Participate in advisory committees.
Develop and maintain a strong reputation within the industry and community.
Build relationships with the HR, Therapy, Clinical, and Finance support teams to help meet or exceed goals.
Assist with vendor contract negotiations under the direction of the Preceptor.
Support clinical efforts by understanding quality assurance measures and holding people accountable.
Keep abreast of collections and accounts receivable on a daily basis.
Develop and execute ideas to increase employee engagement and minimize turnover.
Assist in managing and overseeing employees, which may include hiring, training, performance appraisals, rewards and discipline, addressing complaints, resolving problems, and terminations.