ASC Administrator

Patient & Family Satisfaction

Patient & Family Satisfaction is consistently monitored and appropriate corrective actions are taken when necessary.

Quality of patient care

Quality of patient care is regularly evaluated and appropriate corrective actions are taken when necessary.

Direct patient care

Direct patient care performed when necessary within scope of practice.

Physician Satisfaction

Physician Satisfaction is consistently monitored and appropriate corrective actions are taken when necessary.

Nursing care coordination

Nursing care is coordinated and integrated with all patient care service lines to provide a continuum of care for the patient in the most efficient manner.

Policies and Procedures

Policies and Procedures consistent with the centers philosophy are developed, implemented, revised, and reviewed on an annual basis at a minimum, in collaboration with the Governing Body.

Staffing and Performance

• Manpower planning and usage are monitored on a frequent basis and adjusted effectively in response to workload, staffing levels, and fluctuations in patient census.
• Staff turnover due to factors within facility control is maintained at 20% or less annually.
• Performance of staff is consistently monitored and documented, utilizing appropriate recognition or disciplinary action as necessary.

Meeting Minutes and Performance Standards

Creates and maintains all meeting minutes pertaining to the facility. Plans, facilitates, and monitors all clinical performance standards.

Compliance

• Aids in the planning and execution of the Governing Board Committee agendas, meetings, follow ups, and reports.
• Ensures compliance with CMS conditions of participation.
• Ensures compliance with all State Licensure requirements.
• Ensures compliance with accreditation standards (AAAHC).

Credentialing

Aids in the planning and execution of the Governing Board Committee agendas, meetings, follow ups, and reports. Ensures that only qualified physicians and staff are appropriately credentialed to work at the facility through a thorough review of applications, references, and verifications as designated by facility procedures and medical staff by-laws.

Business Management

• Maintains accountability for benchmarking and short/longs range planning for the facility to meet all goals and objectives.
• Maintains knowledge of Infection Control & OSHA standards of practice.
• Maintains knowledge of centers Policies & Procedures.

Other Duties

Works with the DON on all HR responsibilities Coordinates with building management for the receipt of required life safety reports. Provides patient care when necessary within scope of practice if a licensed RN. Maintains standards of nursing care and acts as a patient advocate if a licensed RN. Ensures the provision of all durable goods necessary to provide safe patient care. Communicates and maintains a positive, caring attitude to all patients, peers, staff, and all other contacts. Seeks guidance, directions, and assistance where needed. Completes all required local, state, federal, and accreditory reporting. Adheres to all center policies and procedures. Knowledge of Privacy Practices & Patient Bill of Rights.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Registered Nurse Program
• Current unrestricted State of Maryland Nursing License
• Current BLS, ACLS certification
• Minimum of 3 years ambulatory surgery center experience
• Detail oriented and well organized
• Effective multitasking and problem solving abilities
• Positive and courteous demeanor
• Knowledge of local, federal, and accreditory standards & regulations
• Strong computer skills