Job Information
Northern Light Health Wt Mgmt Program Coordinator/DI in Bangor, Maine
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Department: Surgical Weight Loss Clinic
Position is located: 925 Union Street
Work Type: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Summary:
The Comprehensive Weight Management Program Coordinator oversees the clinical operations of the Surgical & Non-Surgical Weight Loss Programs at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. Includes maintenance of program accreditation and coordination of patient care through the program. Assist with development and tracking of yearly QI project, maintenance of data collection for ACS certification. In addition, this role drives all program enhancements and initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Review, revise and develop clinical guidelines concerning all types of bariatric procedures and disseminated policies and protocols to the clinical staff in preoperative evaluation, the OR and other patient care areas.
Work with Medical Director to coordinate patient care protocols.
Patient navigation and coordination of 200-250 bariatric procedures performed annually including laparoscopic, robotically assisted gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable banding and revision of prior weight loss procedures.
Responsible for directing the operation, marketing, customer experience, and clinical outcomes for the programs.
Participates in Process and Quality Improvement initiatives to positively affect patient outcomes; ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, patient safety and quality initiatives to achieve optimal clinical and organizational outcomes.
Coordinate a multidisciplinary team for the program as set forth by the accreditation.
Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration, development, review and implementation of patient care protocols, clinical pathways and patient policies and procedures for care of bariatric surgery patients.
Facilitate weight loss surgery support groups and information sessions and development and maintenance of online information session and online support group.
Assess third party payer acquiescence. Complete yearly application for third party payers to maintain designation as a bariatric preferred provider.
Maintain bariatric accreditation as a Comprehensive Center with the American College of Surgeons/MBSAQIP.
Coordinates and facilitates the preparation and execution of the tri-annual ASC re-accreditation application and facility site visit. This includes but is not limited to; preparing application which includes program information, updates, volume reports, etc., coordinating with OR, admitting, hospital, department and inpatient personnel to obtain data as well as plan the physical site visit schedule, acting as direct contact to ACS for coordination of application and site visit details, coordinate physical site visit by planning for meeting space, schedule location visits, meetings with faculty and staff, chart review and act as the resource to the site reviewer.
Coordinating program staffing schedules; Dietitian sessions (individual consultations, group support and nutrition classes), program information sessions, etc.
Evaluates outreach opportunities for program advancement, including participation in national seminars.
Presentations on bariatric programs to local community and at ASMBS Obesity Week.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Competencies and Skills
5+ years of relative work experience required.
Achieves Results: Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Consistently moves forward with direct actions in order to attain or exceed objectives. Manages their own time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks. Successfully prioritizes multiple projects and duties as needed.
Applies Business Acumen:Demonstrates knowledge of current and future trends that impact organizational success. Applies proven practices and business theories to get results that meet financial as well as other business goals. Recognizes opportunities for new services and products and acts accordingly, taking measured risks into consideration. Possesses a thorough knowledge of their field and independently carries out their work in accordance with professional standards of the profession.
Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.
Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.
Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information, which allows for appropriate and accountable conclusions. Does not react too quickly or slowly. Balances facts, goals, and potential approaches taking the appropriate criteria into account. Makes active decisions and commits oneself by communicating confidently and respectfully.
Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
Promotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances. Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues.
Credentials
- Required Dietitian
Education
- Required Associate's Degree
Working Conditions
Need to drive to perform responsible duties.
Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
Extend body and limbs to reach items.
Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds.
Prolonged periods of sitting.
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