Site Optimization Team Lead- Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital- Charlottesville, Virginia

US Acute Care Solutions; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

US Acute Care Solutions is seeking a Site Optimization Team Lead for an onsite role at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA. You will partner with the Medical Director to build a unified, high-functioning acute care team across the care continuum, focusing on safe transitions and cost-positive protocols.

The role requires a BSN and 5+ years of performance-improvement experience, with strong data analysis, project management, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• BSN required and able to obtain licensure.
• 5+ years of experience focused on performance improvement, data and project planning.
• Clinical background in Emergency/Outpatient, Inpatient, or Post-Acute is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Medical Director in deploying a site operating rhythm for the IAC team.
• Lead initiatives to improve readmission reduction and ED efficiency metrics.
• Coordinate care transitions with hospital administration and clinical staff.

Skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Project management

Healthcare operations

Communication

Education

BSN required

Job description

Job Posting Closing Date: Open until Filled

Where do you belong? Your career is more than just a job, it's part of your life. Whether you’re a clinician, or non-clinical professional, at USACS you'll feel a sense of connection working with clinicians and office staff who share your interests and values. We want you to love coming to work each day because you believe in what you do and the people with whom you work. We care about your success. USACS also understands that location is important. We offer career opportunities for clinicians and non-clinical support staff from New York to Hawaii and numerous points in between. Our supportive culture, outstanding benefits and competitive compensation package is best in class.

Job Description

The Site Optimization Team Lead is to partner with the IAC Medical Director in building one world-class integrated acute care team across the care continuum, which creates safe & controlled care transitions and implements high-functioning and cost-positive protocols & quality measures. The role comprises three fundamental capabilities: practice management, opportunity identification, and model implementation/change acceleration.

Location: This is an onsite position at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Supports the Medical Director in deploying a well-structured site operating rhythm for the IAC team (Physicians, APPs, Scribes, and Administrative Assistants), including but not limited to: Daily provider census-driven workflow process Rounding / Discharge Huddles and Care Coordination Support across ED, HM and Post-Acute Driving site process around accountable task management (Action Register) and delivery dates Reinforcing clear expectations with the clinical team Works with site administration and clinical team to identify, plan, and drive improvements in a project management environment. Readmission reduction ED time and efficiency metrics Patient experience Under the direction of the USACS Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Advanced leader, collaborates closely with patients and their healthcare team to ensure that care coordination during care transitions is efficient, effective, and patient-centered. Quick to identify issues and develop thoughtful opinions; data analysis as well as the ability to navigate the hospital organization expertly and bring resources to the table. Act as an agent of change and become the hospitals' point of contact for a difficult-to-manage situation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Execution: Effectively identifies metrics at risk and confirms action plan in place. Ensures a data-driven approach to identifying/prioritizing aspects of a problem. Executes in an organized and effective manner (with minimal instruction, oversight, and re-work) within the allotted time. Maintains a high say/do ratio and drives accordingly via direct/indirect influencing … does not let things fall through the cracks Actively monitors action plans to ensure issues are addressed and changes are instituted. Clear and Concise Communication: Ensure timely and clear communication with clinical leadership, hospital administration, and other site personnel Provides structured written communications. Prepares easily understandable documents that facilitate timely and efficient project work & decision-making Uses the appropriate communication style to clearly articulate issues/ideas/solutions/progress at all levels. Business Impact/Challenge and Out-of-the-box Thinking: Able to challenge the status quo and suggest changes and improvements to existing processes and procedures. Quick to leverage critical thinking skills in summarizing problem statements and arriving at core business needs Understands business and can link activities with business objectives. Effectively negotiates and obtains buy-in with/ local leaders for improvement projects. Leadership: Works as a dyad partner with Integrated Acute Care Site Medical and Quality Director Persistent and with courage and conviction. Assists medical leaders in driving challenging issues appropriately within a team. Works with diverse team members to build a unified vision that inspires and engages them. Ability to motivate others. Identifies weaknesses and seeks opportunities to develop needs … Goes outside comfort zone. Displays integrity to high ethical standards and a commitment to USACS values. Does the right thing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BSN required. Five or more years of relevant work experience emphasizing performance improvement, data, and project plan management. Clinical experience, i.e., Emergency / Outpatient, Inpatient, and Post-Acute settings, a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods and occasionally walk, stand, bend, stoop, and lift to 15 pounds. Close visual acuity is required to perform the job.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $68,315.00-$126,382.75

Salary Range: $68,315.00 - $126,383.00

Salary may be determined on several factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, experience, education, geographical location and requirements stated in job description.

Benefits

USACS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees.

Benefits may vary based on role, location, and employment status, but generally include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) employee and employer contributions
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Paid parental leave & family support benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Employee assistance programs & wellness resources

Additional compensation may include bonus eligibility, equity, or other incentive programs, depending on the role.

Specific benefit offerings and eligibility will be provided during the hiring process and may be subject to change in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

US Acute Care Solutions (USACS) is the leading Clinician-centric provider of hospital-based emergency and inpatient medicine. Delivering emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine services to hospitals and health systems across the nation, we serve 11 million patients annually in 400+ programs across 27 states. As a practice, we prioritize the personal and professional satisfaction of every member of our incredible team. We offer competitive benefits and unlimited paths for advancement, complemented by a culture of robust support.

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