Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

August 20, 2024

Department:

62742500 Orthopedic Surgery

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

This position will be responsible for supervision of Certified Athletic Trainers, MAs, LPNs, and EMTs supporting orthopedic providers. Responsibilities will include site safety policies and procedures, annual performance reviews, and outreach Athletic Training services. They will partner with other orthopedic leaders on hiring and onboarding for clinic support staff and clinic support model development and monitoring. 

• 1.0 FTE
• 8-hour, day shifts
• Position will work primarily at WestHealth/Plymouth and Edina with occasional check-ins at the Chaska Clinic

Job Description:

Plans, coordinates and directs the day-to-day department operations as well as supports on-going process improvements and problem resolution. Acts as a resource and support for staff and provides supervision, consultation, support and evaluation. Verifies employee competencies, encourages continuing education and assures compliance with policies and guidelines.

Principle Responsibilities

• Daily operations
  • Interviews, hires and provides orientation programs for staff.
  • Provides monthly staff meetings and develops area specific topics for in-services and ensures staff attendance.
  • Ensures staff are trained and competent in department specific areas.
  • Develops and implements department policies and procedures in collaboration with department manager.
  • Identifies appropriate staffing levels and demonstrates ability to utilize staff to best meet department needs.
  • Assists in the education of staff regarding existing and new support and education systems.
  • Provides patient education.
• Patient and employee safety
  • Maintains a safe environment by meeting requirements for annual infection control, safety and security education and following safety and security procedures.
  • Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to leader.
  • Analyzes data, develops action plans and implements processes to address patient and employee safety issues.
  • Reviews all patient and employee occurrences, takes corrective action and reports appropriately within established timeframes.
• Compliance and regulatory standards
  • Documents relevant patient information or care to assure accurate billing.
  • Maintains department compliance with all relevant regulatory standards.
  • Designs work processes and directs work performances to be in compliance with all rules and regulations, accreditation standards and laws that apply.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in Healthcare
• 2 to 5 years knowledge of clinical operation of inpatient or outpatient settings and
• Experience in budget development and implementation as well as facilitation of support and education programs and
• Ability to work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide high quality patient care

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare

Physical Demands

Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently