DIRECTOR-HOME HEALTH SERVICES

Overview Job Summary The purpose of this job is the overall management of the Home Health service line. Responsibilities include human resources, fiscal/budgetary management, regulatory and clinical management of all areas which includes nursing, case management, social services, OT, PT, ST, as well as office staff, clinical educator and scheduler. Responsibilities Principal Duties and Responsibilities (•Essential Functions) Assures compliance with regulatory agency standards and regulations (e.g.

State, CMS and Joint Commission) Assures quality services and patient satisfaction at all times Collaborates with AVP of Patient Care Services to develop business development growth strategies Develops and monitors department budget and addresses variances Completes performance evaluations in a timely and fair manner Orients, monitors, and develops staff Ensures appropriate staffing levels and disciplines for volume of patients on service Identifies, collects and analyzes data for performance improvement in collaboration with the AVP Patient Care Services Responsible for reporting service line updates to the hospital Board of Directors at a minimum annually Performs other duties as needed and/or assigned. Qualifications Job Specifications (Minimum Requirements) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities RN or

PT, OT, ST

license. Extensive knowledge of Home Health regulations and documentation requirements. Demonstrates excellence in written and oral communication skills. Demonstrates excellence in interpersonal relationships. Demonstrates ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Demonstrates ability to problem solving. Demonstrates ability to take initiative. Displays professional behavior and a positive attitude at all times. Shows respect and compassion at all times. Knowledge and experience in development of innovative programs to increase the effectiveness of home health care services. Must possess excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills as well as aptitude for conflict resolution, problem solving, strategic planning and evaluation, financial analysis and staff development. Ability to deliver and communicate the organization's message around service excellence as well as to listen to our customers. Ability to affect change working closely with departments throughout the organization, including: Quality, Patient relations, Nursing, Administration and be an influencer with the ability to encourage and inspire. Education Master's Degree in Nursing or Health Related Required May consider Bachelor's degree with Master's degree in progress and completion within 24 months Experience 4 years of Home Healthcare is Required 2 years of Patient Care is Required 2 years of Supervisory/Administrative is Required Certifications and Licensures Certified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation is Required Licensed Registered Nurse, or Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist is Required Model of Care and Conduct Methodist Hospitals strives for excellence and insists on high standards of conduct and performance in everything we do. Our Model of Care and Conduct is designed to create a positive work environment which Methodist desires for all employees. This is foundational to the high level of patient, family and physician satisfaction we strive for each day. As part of all position's duties at Methodist Hospitals, all employees are responsible to conduct themselves in accordance with the Model of Care and Conduct and will be evaluated according to these standards of behavior.