Clinical Manager

Communication

• Works collaboratively with center leadership on the supervision and direction of nursing care and patient scheduling according to center policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Effectively presents information, responds to questions, and interacts professionally with managers, employees, clients, vendors, the public, and physicians.

Patient Care

• Analyzes and evaluates nursing care to improve quality outcomes.
• Coordinates patient-care activities with surgeons and anesthesia providers.
• Assists staff in identifying and solving problems.
• Participates in patient care as needed and oversees clinical areas.
• Enforces nursing practice standards and accreditation requirements.
• Coordinates procedure scheduling with scheduling personnel.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Recommends revisions to patient-care policies and procedures.
• Responds to emergency situations and maintains competency.
• Oversees nursing activities during emergencies.
• Manages patient and staff flow to reduce infection risks.
• Analyzes clinical documentation for compliance.
• Supports services in accordance with policies, accreditation, and regulations.

Staffing

• Monitors FTE utilization and recommends cost-effective scheduling practices.
• Assists with orientation programs for new clinical employees.
• Supports continuing education and staff development.
• Prepares and adjusts staffing schedules based on patient care needs.
• Ensures staff are cross-trained where appropriate.
• Reviews attendance records and time sheets.
• Evaluates clinical staff performance and quality of care.
• Collaborates with leadership on performance improvement opportunities.
• Interprets and enforces center policies and procedures.

Safety

• Promotes adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Implements best practices and regulations to maintain a safe workplace.
• Monitors the clinical environment for safety, cleanliness, comfort, and efficiency.
• Oversees cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Identifies supply and equipment needs and reports deficiencies.
• Reports contracted provider service deficiencies.
• Partners with the Safety Officer to address hazards and compliance issues.
• Submits information for risk management reporting as required.
• Ensures OSHA requirements are met and supplies are available.

Financial and Materials Management

• Promotes cost containment and efficient resource utilization.
• Recommends equipment and supply purchases to support patient care within budget.
• Assists with development and implementation of capital and operating budgets (as required).

General

• Participates in committees, meetings, in-services, and center activities.
• Provides input regarding short- and long-term goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.