Safe Patient Handling and Mobility Program Coordinator

Company: Mercy San Juan Medical Center
Location: Carmichael
Posted on: January 16, 2023

Job Description:

OverviewDignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 370-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California serving the areas of north Sacramento County and south Placer County for more than 50 years. It is one of the areas largest and most comprehensive medical centers. Dedicated to the communitys well-being our staff and volunteers provide excellence in care for our patients each year. Mercy San Juan Medical Center has received recognition for being a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery along with Certificates of Excellence in Perinatal Care Hip- and Knee- Replacement.Responsibilities This position reports to the Manager of Rehab Services. Oversees the development implementation evaluation continuous improvement and ongoing sustainability of the facilitys safe patient handling and mobility program. This position is responsible for planning implementing continuous improvement coordinating services and activities associated with the facilitys safe patient handling program. This position is responsible for maintaining quality standards for responsive service and professional documentation maintaining current and accurate policies procedures and practices all in a manner which is consistent with the Mission and Philosophy of Dignity Health. Position Scope: T In addition the position is involved in multiple interdepartmental activities and ensures the timely exchange of information. In the course of usual and customary activity the incumbent will establish and monitor performance criteria assure compliance with safe patient handling regulatory requirements establish effective performance plans staff education and direction and resolve complex issues. Major Challenges: Coordinating and monitoring assigned research activities related to Safe Patient Handling. Support for the development and implementation of new services and programs within and outside the community relating to the Safe Patient Handling. This position is challenging in that it requires sophisticated and future-oriented thinking planning and development in order to support effective hospital services in a manner that is consistent with the objectives of CommonSpirits mission and values. Freedom to Act: This position has the accountability to evaluate and make appropriate recommendations for new program development; development and implementation of policies and procedures; and development and maintenance of quality improvement activities. -We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
• Adoption Assistance
• Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Retirement Programs
• Wellness ProgramsQualificationsMinimum
  • 2 Years
  • Computer skills and Data Collection and Analysis
  • Understanding and application of various Patient Handling Devices
  • Leading and facilitation of projects; project management skills
  • Strong intrapersonal communication skills (verbal and written).Experienc Preferred
    • Training experience preferred
    • Google Docs Sheets and Slides experience

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