Clinical specialist

SR COMPANIES LLC•Tallahassee, FL

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Specialist provides temporary nursing-care and operational support to assisted living and memory care communities during transitions or periods between Clinical Leaders. The role also provides consultative services to SRI-owned or managed communities and oversees resident services and clinical staff at assigned communities. The assigned community changes regularly, so flexibility and the ability to travel and stay near the assigned community are required. Travel is 100%.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus two to four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
LPN/Medication Technician certificate or license.
Ability to travel 100% and stay in close proximity to the assigned community; assigned communities change regularly, requiring flexibility.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and clinical journals and legal documents; respond to inquiries or complaints; write speeches and articles; and present information to management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Knowledge of Office 365, Microsoft Excel, systems, database software, electronic medical records, payroll systems, and human resources systems.
Ability to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Organize, plan, and manage the daily operations of the clinical department at assigned assisted living and/or memory care communities.
Oversee resident services across assigned SRI-owned or managed communities, ensuring services and documentation are completed on time and in accordance with community policies and state regulations.
Direct and supervise clinical associates, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and resolving complaints and problems.
Provide hands-on resident care as needed.
Prepare staff schedules and assignments based on budgeted FTEs and operational efficiency; monitor expenditures weekly for compliance with monthly budgets.
Coach and counsel associates respectfully, motivate staff, and complete performance evaluations in accordance with policy.
Resolve concerns raised by residents, families, and associates in a timely manner.
Oversee electronic health records and participate in the management of the company’s Quality Assurance Program and Risk Management processes at assigned communities.
Consult with the Executive Director on selection of the Director of Resident Services and develop and implement training standards for that role.
Follow community policies and procedures, HIPAA regulations, emergency procedures, safe working practices, and dress requirements.
Serve as essential personnel during emergencies or inclement weather, reporting to or remaining at the community until services are no longer needed.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for residents, families, visitors, and associates.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and systems, take initiative, and offer solutions or suggestions.
Take on special projects and perform other reasonable duties as assigned.
Demonstrate SRI’s Golden Rule value and provide customer-friendly service.