Clinical Team Lead

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! The Clinical Team Leader (CTL) of Patient Access is responsible for the daily oversight of the intake process, clinical coordination, and support of staff providing hospice care to the patient/family unit as indicated in the plan of care. Qualifications Current RN license in the state in which you work, current active single-state out-of-state nurse license, or current active multistate/compact nurse license. Minimum of three (3) years’ nursing experience, with one (1) year hospice experience. Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system Excellent critical decision making and problem-solving skills Ability to convey a high level of urgency Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to listen, coach, and train Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients Ability to physically access any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) in any area the Company serves Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families Able to remain calm and troubleshoot/handle crisis situations Focus on service excellence Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Working knowledge of the Medicare Conditions of Participation and the State Regulations for Hospice care Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy Ability to travel off-site to meet business needs. Competencies Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices. Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. Advance electronic media skills. Support Company research and educational activities. Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Leadership Success Factors Communication. Express thoughts and ideas clearly. Adapt communication style to fit audience. Initiative. Originate action to achieve goals. Management Identification. Identify with and accept the problems and responsibilities of management. Judgment. Make realistic decisions based on logical assumptions, factual information and in consideration of organizational resources. Planning, Organizing and Controlling. Establish course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a specific goal; plan proper assignments of personnel and appropriate allocation of resources. Monitor results. Leadership. Use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods in guiding others. Ethics. Model highest standards of conduct and ethical behavior, adopting a strong position against fraud and abuse. Regulatory Compliance: Educate and monitor staff regarding their own and the organization's responsibilities for regulatory compliance. Job Responsibilities Acts as a clinical resource for clinical and office staff (i.e., Care Access Coordinators, Care Access RNs, etc.). Oversees intake staff to ensure accurate, efficient, and timely processing of referrals and responses to referral sources. Assists scheduling staff with escalations from the Care Navigation Center in collaboration with the Care Access Supervisor and/or Director of Patient Access. Maintains relationships with referral sources and internal customers to meet the needs for efficient processing of patient information. Recommends alternate approaches to patient care in collaboration with the Admissions Managers and Director of Patient Access, while ensuring that policies and procedures are followed. Collaborates with other departments (i.e., Medical Services, Pharmacy, Infusion Program, and Continuous Care) to ensure patient care needs are addressed. Participates in complex patient care conferences (i.e., ventilator withdrawals, pediatric referrals), as needed. Demonstrates respect and understanding for all clinical disciplines required for quality patient care and mentors staff in this process. Communicates in a clear and accurate manner. Provides constructive feedback and resolves conflict directly. Assists others to improve communication skills. Ensures timely attention to customer concerns and complaints. Provides outstanding customer care to patient and families. Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others. Performs other duties as assigned. Compensation Pay Range $85,806.28 - $127,714.07 All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr