Clinical Trainer

Clinical Trainer (MA/XRT/LVN/RN)

The Clinical Trainer is responsible for maintaining and developing the following key performance areas: clinical practice, education and research, quality improvement, and management, professional practice, and development.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Educates clinical team members, providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful caregivers within their scope of practice.
• Initiates clinical skills development programs. Monitors trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards and parameters.
• Assists in developing clinical policies and procedures as it relates to evidence-based patient care, incorporating evidence-based research and national standards; consults with and serves as a clinical resource for management to ensure quality patient care.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; continuous improvement of workplace safety and environment practices
• Educates clinical team members in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments coordinates in-service training and workshops for appropriate staff.
• Conducts evaluations of clinical team members through periodic audits and inspections to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively with clinic managers to identify clinical knowledge deficiencies and conducts remedial and refresher training of clinical team members and clinic managers as needed.
• Reports knowledge or skills deficits observed by clinical team members which could potentially or actually lead to negative patient outcomes or compromise safety immediately to clinic managers.
• Provides Clinic Managers, Director of Operations Training, and Chief Medical Officer constructive suggestions for clinical improvement.
• Monitors clinical skill performance, documentation, and professional communication by clinical staff
• Works collaboratively with Regional Lab assistant to ensure proper maintenance of all laboratory equipment, proper documentation of QCs for all in-house lab tests, and the maintenance of Lab binders.
• Performs monthly equipment checklist and emails to CM, COO, and Director of Operations Training.
• Support CM by scheduling/identifying if annual maintenance is due
• Maintains Clinic Binders: RN/LVN only
• O2 monthly logs/room check logs filed in the binder and new logs placed
• Narcotic Log
• Checks monthly that quantity & Lots #'s match the actual inventory log
• Reports discrepancies immediately to Clinical Operations and Director of Operations Training
• Maintains 222 Inventory & log with Center Manager
• Maintains controlled substance inventory
• Med Room Maintenance
• Medication and vaccine refrigerator
• Maintain manufacturer guidelines for ice wall buildup
• Maintain appropriate medication storage, including lookalike/soundalike
• In-house med/E-dispense formulary
• Current formulary poster per protocol
• Maintain expiring medication log in Med room
• Check Monthly Flu Vaccine inventory performed, and inventory count entered into Smartsheet.
• Reconcile in House e-dispense pharmacy medications
• Check monthly that quantity & lot #'s match actual inventory and inline e-dispense inventory.
• Check for expiring medication
• Crash Cart Monthly Maintenance
• Check medications & supplies for expiration, label accordingly
• Maintain equipment & Medication list in Exer Medical drive
• Cardiac Monitor function, confirm electrodes stickers expirations, lead integrity, BP cuff accuracy, BP cuff set (adult, child-size), confirm backstock printer paper available
• AED function (confirm backstock batteries, pediatric & backup adult pads)
• Suction Machine function confirms backstock replacement supplies.
• Performs any other task reasonably requested to help company meet its goals including:
• Meetings
• Disseminate information to clinical staff
• Create a cost-conscious culture
• Coordinate with other Exer Urgent Care Clinics regarding multiple bottle medication orders, expiring supplies, etc. to avoid wasting.
• Encourage providers to use medication and supplies before expiration if applicable

Job Related Skills/Competencies

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of clinical protocol, procedures, and standards within the area of clinical expertise.
• Ability to provide operational guidance and leadership to clinical staff in the urgent care setting.
• Knowledge of medical and laboratory-related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to assess educational needs and design and develop reasonable curricula
• Working knowledge of the use of established clinical models in the development of clinical education programs
• Technical leadership skills within the area of expertise
• Ability/willingness to travel*
• Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a positive and collaborative team environment
• Demonstrates initiative to keep clinic flow moving through effectively prioritizing work, and working with sense of urgency to focus on high quality patient care
• Strong attendance and schedule flexibility
• Performs delegated work with minimal oversight
• Show personal initiative to improve quality of clinical outcomes and increase patients seen in each day
• Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet
• Demonstrate loyalty to the organization and our mission

Education/Qualifications

• Current ACLS, PALS, and BLS
• Current Medi-Waste Training for Bloodborne Pathogens for Healthcare, GHS Hazcom, HIPAA, HITECH & Omnibus
• Registered Nurse/ Licensed Vocational Nurse/ MA diploma (as applicable)
• Current Nursing license in the State of California
• High school diploma

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must maintain a clean professional appearance at all times and adhere to our uniform guidelines
• Center Based: Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens as well as erratic/unpredictable patient behavior
• The ability to stand and sit for 5 hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping); ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements; use hands to finger, key, handle, reach; some bending, kneeling and stooping; ability to bend; and ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to be punctual and maintain satisfactory attendance record
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Ability to work overtime should business need arise.
• This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and ability to adjust and focus
• Must be able to hear and speak effectively in English
• *TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
• This position requires a significant amount of travel (i.e. 75%). Will be required to travel and work at Centers within a 35-mile radius of their home center.

Compensation Range:

Compensation rate offered will depend on candidate's credentials: MA, MA-XRT, LVN, or RN