Ambulatory Coordinator - Surgery Clinic

DMC Harper University Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Benefits Statement At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match • Generous paid time off (PTO) • Career development and continuing education opportunities • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Under limited direction and according to established policies and procedures, coordinates the administrative and clinical activities for an outpatient center. Provides individualized patient care and coordinates treatments with ancillary departments. In collaboration with leadership, develops and implements plans, policies, procedures, and budgets to provide effective and efficient outpatient services. 1. Coordinates and delegates patient care responsibilities and clerical duties to nursing and ancillary staff as appropriate. Follows up on delegated assignments to ensure achievement of expected outcomes. 2. Conducts and documents individual patient assessment in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals. Compiles thorough patient health history. 3. Identifies and provides discharge planning and patient education, revising as necessary in response to changes during patient visit. 4. Provides individualized patient care according to plan, documents care given and results observed. Coordinates with ancillary departments participating in the patient care process to ensure effectiveness of patient care outcomes. 5. Administers medications according to policy/procedures. Monitors appropriate lab values for therapeutic ranges of medications and for indications of drug related interactions/toxicities. 6. Schedules, trains, evaluates, assigns work to and authoritatively recommends discipline of subordinate personnel. Coordinates staffing coverage to accommodate outpatient visit volumes and initiates process for staff replacements as necessary. 7. Collaborates with leadership in developing budget; responsible for budget adherence, processing of purchase orders, performing budgetary statistical analysis, and compiling statistical and budgetary records. 8. Formulates, recommends, administers and ensures adherence to policies and procedures for assigned center. 9. Responsible for development, implementation and evaluation of center-based Quality Assurance/ Continuous Improvement (QA/CI) programs and actively participates in divisional QA/CI programs. 10. Acts as a clinical resource, including evaluation of new equipment and procedures, and providing staff education and problem-solving. Provides information/resources to patients and staff to meet individual needs. 11. Participates and serves as a role model to foster clinical competence and a positive environment. [BRASSRING IMPORT 9/15/16] 1. Associates degree in Nursing. 2. Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. 3. Two years of recent clinical experience in an associated nursing specialty. 4. Leadership experience preferred. [BRASSRING IMPORT 9/15/16] Facility Description DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure. EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations Job: Nursing Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital Job Type: Full Time Shift Type: Day