Manager Dialysis Facility

Indiana Dialysis Company, LLC is an independently owned company started business in the field of dialysis in 2013. It has both in-center and home dialysis program. Highest level of service is provided with a focus on the improvement of outcomes. All staff members work as as a team with compassionate approach to the patients. The CEO of the company is a Nephrologist and very involved in providing the best care to their patients. Utmost care is given to the staff and made to feel like members of a family. Compensation model is very competitive and includes incentives to inspire the staff for improvements and better performance. On going education is encouraged.

Facility Administrator (FA) is responsible for supervising and coordinating the smooth and effective daily operation of the Dialysis Facility in order to maintain a safe, efficient environment to provide optimum patient care. FA is also responsible to provide a teaching environment in which training and education of the patient is provided in order that he/she may carry out all necessary hemodialysis, CAPD, or CCPD functions in his/her home.

The position is responsible for quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, staff development, business management, teamwork, culture and employee satisfaction within a dialysis unit.

The position is responsible for understanding, supporting, interpreting and implementing the philosophy and policies of the corporation.

Assure the direction of assigned areas in accordance and compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state and federal agencies.

• Demonstrates applicable knowledge of policies and procedures related to clinical
  

director, Coordinator/RN job descriptions.

• Coordinates and supervises patient care and daily operations of the dialysis facility.
  
• Demonstrates applicable knowledge of the policies and procedures of
  

providing patient care, including the patient’s treatment, reuse, and water

treatment facility.

• Supervises and monitors all care delivered to patients by ensuring all staff
  

perform all aspects of patient care in accordance with facilities procedure

manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the state and federal agencies.

• Demonstrates ability to work with any patient or staff regardless of race,
  

gender, disease process, life-style, religious or cultural beliefs, or treatment.

• Ensures or assists in scheduling patients to maintain optimum staff to
  

patient ratios in accordance with patient acuity and operational goals.

• Supervises the safe ,effective, and economical use of all equipment
  

involved in direct patient care.

• Maintains a safe environment by ensuring the staff utilize proper body
  

mechanics and comply with all ESRD, OSHA, Board of Health and other

regulatory policies.

• Ensures that technicians maintain supply inventory and overall
  

operational condition of reuse, water, and other equipment.

• Ensures all patient records are completed appropriately and conform to
  

legal and regulatory standards.

• Supervises and assists in the performance of all emergency operational
  

procedures including the evacuation of patients in the event of emergency,

fire and/or disaster.

• Participates in inspections by regulatory agencies and follows-up with
  

recommendations/improvements.

• Reports all new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or
  

problems to Unit Medical Director, Regional Vice President/Administrator

using proper channels of communication.

• Responsible for approving and documenting overtime.
  
• Provides leadership, direction and encouragement to staff to develop professional standards.
  
• Communicates effectively by developing a working rapport with
  

physicians, supervisors, co-workers, patients and families.

• Selects, motivates and develops clinical and office personnel. Addresses
  

Human Resource issues promptly.

• Develops and facilitates activities of the multi-disciplinary team consisting of Hemo/PD Coordinators, social workers, renal dieticians, technical support and ancillary personnel to meet and/or exceed all daily operational requirements.
  
• Develops and participates in quality monitoring and Continuous Quality
  

Improvement (CQI) programs.

• Cooperates with the unit social worker and dietician to provide maximum
  

utilization of resources to meet the needs of the patient and family.

• Utilizes the performance appraisal system to motivate and develop
  

employees.

• Cooperates with and supports other departments insuring effective
  

interdepartmental and intradepartmental relationships. These departments

include: facilities, staff development, human resources, purchasing,

accounting, billing and collections, systems, payroll, biomedical engineering etc.

• Delegates duties such that staff can function in the absence of the Dialysis
  

Manager.

• Supervises and assists Human Resources and Staff Development in patient and staff education, acts as a resource person.
  
• Promotes positive customer relations in daily contacts with physicians, visitors, hospitals, referral sources, patient�s and employees.
  
• Responsible for budgetary preparation, justification and performance. Manages
  

staffing mix and patient scheduling to optimize patient outcomes and labor expense control.

• Assumes responsibility and utilizes opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  
• Promotes, supports, and adheres to all policies outlined in the Employee
  

Handbook.

• Seeks resources for direction, when necessary.
  
• Completes clinical and corporate training program(s) to successfully
  

master ESRD patient care for hemodialysis, PD, management and

business skills, leadership development, and gain confidence in listening

and communication skills.

• Acquires information on the latest developments of dialysis technique by
  

participating in scheduled inservice classes, and maintaining nephrology

certification.

• Performs additional duties, and is responsible for specific projects according to ability and experience to keep the unit functioning as efficiently as possible.
  

Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and related ancillary and emergency equipment utilized in the facility such as: reuse equipment, water treatment, facilities, acid and bicarbonate preparation, microbiological maintenance procedures, computer, sphygmomanometer, manual conductivity meters, glucometer, hemodialysis machines, PD cyclers, centrifuge, EKG machines, scales, IV infusion pump, code cart, suction machine, electronic thermometers, oxygen administration equipment, and personal protective equipment.

Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
  
• Ability to listen and respond in an understanding manner.
  
• Ability to express ideas effectively to coordinators, medical staff, patients and clinic employees.
  
• Ability to teach adults and incorporate ethnic needs of staff and patients.
  
• Ability to foster an environment of cooperation, collaboration, and teamwork.
  
• Ability to recognize and deal with priorities of need.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.Temperament:
  
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• Ability to work independently.
  
• Ability to take initiative.
  
• Ability to relate to people in a manner that instills confidence and establishes rapport.
  
• Ability to gain support and input from team members.
  
• Ability to motivate other team members.
  
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable at the unit and corporate level.
  
• Ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner.
  
• Ability to remain calm, interpret data and conditions as presented, and to provide solutions under stress.
  
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• Desk duties, including computer keyboard operations.
  
• Moderate active work; including occasional lifting and carrying; walking and standing for considerable lengths of time, ability to perform patient care.
  
• Talking and listening to communicate ideas or requirements to individual staff members, and effectively educate patients and staff.
  
• Visual acuity to prepare and read written material accurately.
  
• Audio acuity to listen attentively and accurately.
  
• Ability to push, pull, mobilize (with assistance of wheels, carts, and other equipment) approximately 200 lbs.
  
• Ability to work overtime as needed to complete general responsibilities.
  
• Full use of all extremities with hand dexterity.
  

• ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Because of the risk of Exposure to potentially hazardous/infectious materials, observing and complying with safety regulations/requirements or RVM and governmental agencies is considered essential.
  
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• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  
• Current active RN state licensure.
  
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (Baccalaureate degree in nursing or health related field preferred).
  
• Minimum of 1 years experience in general nursing care plus a minimum of six months of dialysis experience and if for a home training center 3 months of which in a specific dialysis self-training activity as applicable.
  
• Prior supervisory and/or management experience preferred.
  
• Certification in Nephrology Nursing preferred.
  
• Excellent knowledge of water systems, bypass, and emergency water system procedures preferred.
  
• ICU/CCU experience desirable.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, problem solving, and general management skills.
  
• Successful completion of training course in theory and practice of hemodialysis.
  
• Valid driver�s license and insurance when using automobile to travel for business purposes, ability to travel.
  
• Computer knowledge preferred.
  
• Demonstrates reliability, good work habits, and emotional maturity.
  
• Maintenance of current CPR Healthcare Recognition according to the American Heart Association.
  
• Maintains a telephone and able to be contacted at home outside of normal business operations.
  
• Possesses reliable transportation.
  
• JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Position (s) Supervised: Clinical Coordinator Renal Dietitian Licensed staffThis position involves interaction with other direct care staff, as well as support staff, physicians, and the management team.
  
• Unlicensed staff
  
• Social Worker
  
• Administrative Assistant
  
• Supervised by: Administrator