Clinical Specialist II

Orlando Health•Tampa, FL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Specialist II at Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute supports the onboarding, education, competency development, and ongoing success of clinical team members. The role partners with clinical leadership, supervisors, providers, and team members to promote safe, efficient, and consistent orthopedic care. The specialist maintains a regular presence within assigned clinics, provides hands-on coaching, monitors employee progress, and helps strengthen clinical workflows. The position collects accurate data from optical imaging and patient records to provide valid and reliable patient information in accordance with published standards. Depending on experience, competency, and scope of responsibility, candidates may be considered for Clinical Specialist I or Clinical Specialist II. This is a full-time position with office hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role travels to different sites in the Tampa Bay area.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nursing or another healthcare degree, or eight years of healthcare experience in lieu of a degree.
Maintain a current Registered Nurse license in Florida, or another healthcare license, certification, and/or degree.
Two years of clinical experience.
Intermediate computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Review, abstract, and analyze clinical data for assigned information systems.
Maintain current editions of guidelines for relevant data collection systems.
Use critical thinking, problem-solving, and process improvement concepts to support an efficient work environment.
Analyze clinical data to identify opportunities, communicate concerns to the appropriate source, facilitate decision-making, and report outcomes.
Use statistical techniques for data analysis.
Collect concurrent, accurate data in accordance with Clinical Practice Improvement department guidelines.
Analyze complex reports for regulatory agencies and internal purposes in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintain intermediate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Manage time effectively, reprioritize assignments as directed, and work independently under general supervision with latitude for initiative and judgment.
Cross-train to assist with various systems as needed.
Train new team members on systems to support compliance and data integrity and prevent breaches of protected health information.
Serve as a resource to Orlando Health regarding healthcare regulations, standards of care, and clinical performance improvement.
Collaborate with Clinical Practice Improvement personnel, HIM, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Unit Based Educators, and Information Systems staff as appropriate.
Maintain knowledge of quality improvement philosophy, methodologies, and applications.
Assist with documentation for The Joint Commission accreditation and other regulatory bodies as assigned.
Maintain a clinical information accuracy rate of at least 95%, including quarterly data integrity testing.
Inform the direct report of quality issues or concerns and provide feedback regarding the accuracy and usefulness of data collection systems when requested.
Demonstrate excellent communication, regular and punctual attendance, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
Pursue professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, educational programs, and professional affiliations.
Maintain ethical standards, knowledge of medical record policies and confidentiality guidelines, and compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.