Medical Services Supervisor

Therapeutic Health Services•Seattle, WA

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1972, Therapeutic Health Services (THS) has provided evidence-based, culturally appropriate and compassionate behavioral health treatment, programs and services for children, youth, and families with substance use and mental health disorders. We are on the frontlines: Fighting the region’s opioid epidemic, Providing behavioral health support for those experiencing homelessness, Lowering barriers to behavioral health for youth and adults who have had challenges accessing quality care, Specialists in serving the needs of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities, A family of caring and compassionate providers dedicated to serving the most vulnerable in our community. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversees daily clinical and dispensing operations, including both clinic-based and mobile medication unit. Ensures safe, compliant delivery of medication-assisted treatment while maintaining adherence to federal, state, and location regulations, including those set by SAMHSA, DEA, and CARF. The hours for this full-time, exempt, in-person, position are Monday-Friday rotating Saturdays totaling 40 hours. The pay for this role is $95,680.00 to $104,000.00. The Medical Services Supervisor will be located at our Shoreline Branch and will oversee the daily operations of our Medical Mobile Unit.

Requirements

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Washington
Two years nursing supervisory experience, or at least 5 years experience as a dispensary nurse (RN/LPN) in an OTP.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of State and Federal regulations pertaining to substance use disorder treatment services and knowledge of the dispensing of methadone and other drugs in a drug treatment setting, preferred.
Strong knowledge of health care regulations related to Opioid Treatment Programs, preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the clinic, inclusive of staffing and day-to-day activities of the dispensary nurses
Supervise medication preparation and dispensing activities at the clinic and mobile unit
Ensure accurate dosing, documentation, and patient procedures
Monitor patients
Collaborate with providers on dosing adjustments and clinical concerns
Ensures security of medication, maintains accurate and current methadone inventory and dispensing reporting records.
Oversee daily operations of the mobile medication unit, including setup, transport readiness, and security
Ensure proper storage, transport, and reconciliation of controlled substances
Maintain chain-of-custody documentation for medications between the clinic and mobile unit
Ensure compliance with mobile unit regulations and site-specific protocols
Provide dispensing administration coverage as needed
May be assigned to float to provide jail dosing coverage at Summit branch
May provide supervisory coverage at another THS OTP branch in the absence of another Medical Services Supervisor with supervision from Medical Director
May float between the registered fixed site and the mobile unit to ensure continuity of care, consistent with agency policies and procedures
Ensures adherence of medical unit procedures and practices in accordance with Federal, State, and County regulations, and within THS policies and procedures
Maintain accurate controlled substance inventory and perform routine audits
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, incidents, or potential diversion
Oversee documentation standards and readiness for inspections
Ensure all licenses (business, facility, and staff licenses) are up to date and are posted appropriately
Supervise nurses in the delivery of medical services through the OTP clinic and mobile unit
Provide training, as needed (e.g. medication protocols, new P&P’s, safety procedures, regulatory requirements, etc.)
Conduct performance evaluations and address performance issues
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and respectful patient care
Implement protocols to prevent medication errors and diversion, by ensuring policies and procedures are in place
Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate appropriate care (Code Blue)
Ensure infection control and safe clinical practices
Support harm reduction strategies and patient engagement
Liaison with other community treatment facilities and health care providers necessary to coordinate client care.
Conduct and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings weekly
Communicate policy updates and procedural changes to staff
Coordinate care with internal staff and external agencies to help facilitate patient care
Monitor inventory and orders supplies necessary to the functioning of the medical unit and dispensary.
Manage staffing schedules for clinic and mobile unit coverage, as needed
Complete all required reporting requirements
Attend all required meetings
Other duties as assigned.