Clinical Director

Bethesda Chevy Chase Surgery Center,is seeking a motivated Clinical Director to join our team. Bethesda Chevy Chase Surgery Center is a fast paced environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

Job Summary:

The Clinical Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the operating room and implements process initiatives to improve efficiency of services and patient experience. The Clinical Director of Ambulatory Surgery Center will report to the ASC Administrator and will collaborate with them to promote fiscal accountability, develop and revise policies, and evaluate staff performance. The Outpatient Surgical Center Clinical Director will oversee staff credentialing, preventative safety measures, risk management duties, and use their clinical and leadership experience to enhance patient care and improve clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Devise strategies and plans for the clinical department according to company standards for excellent service and growth
• Assume responsibility of budgeting and resourcing
• Plan and oversee all patient care or administrative operations and programs
• Recruit employees to ensure department is staffed with qualified personnel
• Assign cases and create schedules for all employees
• Coordinate and supervise staff providing constructive feedback
• Provide personnel with clinical training and opportunities for continuous development
• Evaluate performance and discipline employees when necessary
• Monitor compliance to legal guidelines, internal policies and quality standards
  
  

Skills

• Proven experience as clinical director or other managerial position
• Experience in clinical supervision and program management
• Solid understanding of budgeting, resourcing and performance evaluation procedures
• Excellent knowledge of standards (e.g. ISO) and regulations for the clinical field
• Proficient in MS Office and computer systems (e.g. patient management software)
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills
• Aptitude in resolving issues and conflicts
  
  

Pay Range- Min: $53.85 to Max: $60.00

(Wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.)

Required Skills:

Qualifications:

• Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Must have at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACU
• Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred
• Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS
• Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians. As a valued member of USPI, your health and well‑being are important to us. We are proud to provide you and your dependents with valuable and significant benefits. USPI knows the value of well-rounded, balanced employees, which is why we offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life’s daily stresses