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Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Responsible for the standardization of best practice within Total Joints Programming. The Total Joints Coordinator works in collaboration with Total Joint Physicians, hospital unit leadership and medical group stakeholders to integrate and coordinate services for this patient population. Responsible for development and implementation of initiatives to positively impact quality patient care as evidenced by improved patient outcomes measured by the Leapfrog Group, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid, Health Grades, and The Joint Commission. Scope of patients includes all elective total joint replacements, revisions & fractures of the knee and hip.

Reports to: Director, Operations - Orthopedics

# of Direct Reports: 0

• Assist Medical Director of Joint Replacement Program in strategic, financial, and operational planning for the Joint Replacement Program on behalf of medical group and physicians.

• Assist Medical Director of Joint Replacement Program in the development, implementation, and monitoring of written operating policies and procedures as appropriate to render quality clinical care and patient services.

• Oversees achievement in accrediting, licensing, and/or certified agency requirements.

• Assist in the standardization and formulary for all supplies, devices, implants and equipment including information systems hardware and software used in the operation and delivery of the Joint Replacement Program.

• Assist in preparing for and responding to third party payor audits concerning the medical necessity or quality of the Joint Replacement and Reconstruction Program services as well as other government inquiries, including the compilation and timely delivery of all required documentation.

• Assists in the development of patient care programs and protocols in response to pay for performance programs of their party payors, including Medicare and Medicaid.

• Assist in development and implementation of clinical care pathways, appropriate patient screening and evaluation methods for the orthopedic service line and related Joint Replacement Program.

• Provide administrative support and representation of the Joint Replacement Program. Regularly meet with Medical Director of Joint Replacement Program to coordinate oversight of the program and plan periodic meetings with providers and staff involved in the Joint Replacement Program.

• Assist Medical Director of Joint Replacement Program with preparing agenda for periodic meetings of the program.

• Keep minutes or designate keeping of minutes and their distribution for periodic meetings of the program.

• Keep records of work related to the Joint Replacement Program to allow a smooth transition to your eventual successor.

• Assist Medical Director of Joint Replacement Program to coordinate physician and staff involvement in quality and patient safety initiatives.

• Actively monitor and respond to corporate and Joint Replacement Program quality indicators - ambulatory and hospital related to inpatient and outpatient services.

• Actively monitor the performance and overall quality of clinical practice(s) of the physicians and providers associated with Joint Replace Program.

• Coordinate and participate in Joint Replacement Program and related clinical service quality and utilization review activities, including activities such as the review of patient outcomes against clinical benchmarks and/or evidence-based protocols and guidelines, performance of case reviews, credentialing and peer review, and ad hoc committee reviews.

• Assist with developing and providing periodic community education programs on topics related to orthopedic services and the Joint Replacement Program.

• Assist in the development of education for patients and personnel on developments and trends in orthopedic services, including evidence-based practices in orthopedic services.

• Perform such other clinical and administrative duties as reasonably assigned by Medical Director Joint Replacement Program, the Director of Operations and Service Line Leadership.

• Participates, supports and facilitates ad hoc committees i.e. process improvement

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Run reports, analyze data, enters and reconciles charges as assigned.

Licensure/Certification Required: Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Licensure/Certification Preferred: Specialty Certification

4 year/ Bachelors Degree in Healthcare related field (Required)

Masters Degree (Preferred)

3 years of experience with Orthopedic patients (Required)

Patient Population

X Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

X Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

X Adolescents (13-17 years)

X Adults (18-64 years)

X Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

X Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

X General office environment.

X May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

X May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be required to use physical restraints.

X May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

X May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

X May have periods of constant interruptions.

X Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

X Prolonged periods of working alone.

__ Other:

__ Not applicable to this position

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Demands

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X

Stoop, Kneel X

Crawling X

Climbing X

Balance X

Bending X

Work Position

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Sitting X

Walking X

Standing X

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

X Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

X Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

X Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

X Repetitive arm/hand movements

X Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity – far

X Acuity – near

__ Not applicable to this position

Hazards - Select if a potential hazard for this job.

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Other:

__ Not applicable to this position

Skills

Effective organizational

Planning

Negotiating

Coaching

Conceptual thinking skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Experience with Word, Excel, Power Point, graphic and database software

Knowledge of regulatory standards (State laws, Joint Commission standard, etc)

Analytical skills necessary to interpret quantitative and qualitative data relevant to service line

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance w/AD&D

• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance

• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Department:

Admin - Ortho - Roper St Francis Healthcare

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com .