Clinical Education Specialist

Company: Envision Healthcare
Location: Bryan
Posted on: October 15, 2020

Job Description:

OVERVIEW

Guardian Healthcare

Clinical Education Specialist

Full Time



This position is responsible for the ongoing education and staff development needs of the company, to include developing written and online education resources, presenting educational programs for improving organizational performance and established business objectives. Serves as a clinical resource person to all levels of staff. Responsible for conducting clinical and operational assessments as well as maintaining effective and efficient systems related to the quality and appropriateness of patient/client care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Implements standardized, comprehensive on-boarding programs to prepare newly hired associates to meet the needs of the home health population

* Serves as a key resource and provides instruction to staff in relation to education and training needs/requirements

* Supports and facilitates the delivery of national education programs as assigned utilizing appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individualized training, self-study, instructor led or computer-based training to meet the diverse needs of the adult learner

* Supports the advancement of clinical staff from novice to clinical excellence

* Accountable for defined aspects of staff development, continuing education and professional development of all clinical associates to improve quality and patient safety.

* Functions as educator, facilitator, change agent, consultant, and leader.

* Assists with the development of processed focused, standardized education materials that will be utilized in training PointCare users, as assigned

* Maintains and updates education materials as needed due to quality initiatives and software updates and enhancements, as assigned

* Conducts software testing in collaboration with other departments, as assigned

* Monitors feedback from staff on programs, materials and resources for effectiveness and makes recommendations for improvement

* Assists agencies with performance improvement initiatives, annual agency evaluation, and preparation for Profession Advisory Committee meetings, as assigned

* Remains current with ICD-9/ICD-10 coding conventions, OASIS guidance, and State and federal and local regulations

* Collaborates and works effectively with others

* Completes work with accuracy and within expected times frames

* Adhere to all company policies and procedures

* Demonstrates initiative and skills in planning and organizing work

* Adherence to and compliance with information systems security is everyone s responsibility. It is the responsibility of every computer user to: Know and follow Information Systems security policies and procedures. Attend Information Systems security training, when offered. Report information systems security problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensing/Certification:

* Nurse or Therapist with a bachelor s degree or equivalent. Candidates without a bachelor s degree but with extensive related work experience may be considered.

* Current licensure in state of practice.

* Current certification as a home care-coding specialist and OASIS certification preferred.





Experience:

* A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of recent home care experience.

* Experience public speaking with diverse audiences.

* One (1) year experience in an education role preferred.

* One (1) year of experience with point of service electronic documentation, HCHB preferred.



Knowledge and Skills:

* Knowledge of adult learning principles and learning styles

* Ability to adapt teaching style to meet the needs of diverse learners

* Knowledge of framework, organization and function of the home health program

* Knowledge and understanding of Medicare, Private Insurance, state and other federal agency requirements

* Knowledge and understanding of ICD-9/ICD-10 coding convention and OASIS guidance

* Knowledge of HCHB or similar electronic medical record software

* Basic computer skills

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to aggregate and trend collected data

* Strong research, analysis, reporting and presentation skills

* Strong organizational and time management skills

* Attention to detail

* Self- directed

* Role model with positive and respectful attitude

Envision Physician Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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