Administrator

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Administrator At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there's no place like home, and that's why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as Administrator. Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need an Administrator with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! Why Join the Elara Caring mission? Work in a collaborative environment. Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference Competitive compensation package Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost Opportunities for advancement Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(K) with employer match Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement Pet insurance As an Administrator, you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:

Administrator Responsibilities:

Organizes and directs the day-to-day operations and maintains a liaison amongst the governing body/owner or personnel. Oversees the implementation and oversight of all patient care programs and achievement of both clinical and administrative outcomes. Oversees the financial performance of branches falling within the Administrator's provider number. Implements an effective budgeting and accounting system that promotes the health and safety of the agency's patients. Ensures adequate staffing levels at branch locations to meet patient needs. Ensures compliance of current Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party reimbursement regulations and changes. Identifies and reports potential payment/coverage problems. Supervises and coordinates utilization review activities. Participates in strategic development of Key Accounts, including participation in weekly, monthly, and quarterly review meetings, as needed. Ensures accuracy of all public information, materials, and activities. Maintains availability by phone as directed by company policy or regulatory requirement. Participates in on-call rotations as scheduled. Identifies need for changes in program and services, develops proposals for consideration by Area Vice President or other supervisors, as appropriate. Investigates complaints and problems, ensures problem resolution and correction of deficiencies, and reports results to the Area Vice President.

Compliance Responsibilities:

Ensures all documentation is accurate, complete, timely and adheres to Medicare guidelines. Assures compliance with the requirements of state licensure, Medicare certification, and any other applicable oversight agencies through policy and procedure development, staff education, and ongoing monitoring activities. Oversees the development of and implementation of plan of corrections in conjunction with state, federal, internal, or other auditing or regulatory bodies. Assures all QAPI recommendations are followed in branch locations for improvement of patient care or operational needs.

Leadership & Professionalism:

Directs all aspects of operations and care delivery in accordance with the mission and values, legal and regulatory requirements, payer and accreditation standards, customer expectations, and agency policy. Approves and submits time and attendance files to payroll for processing, including final review of inputs (e.g., visits, mileage, hours worked, etc.) and corresponding rates (e.g., hourly rate, mileage reimbursement rate, pay-per-point scale, etc.). Implements the organization's strategic and growth-related plans. Conducts staff performance appraisals accurately and in accordance with Elara Caring policy. Develops emergency preparedness plans appropriate to their branch(es) Maintains patient and staff privacy and confidentiality pursuant to HIPAA Privacy Final Rule. Performs other duties/projects as assigned. What is Required? Current State License as required by state or federal guidance Licensed physician, registered nurse or holds an undergraduate degree 3+ years healthcare experience required. 1+ year supervisory or administrative experience in home health care or related healthcare program required Demonstrates familiarity and understanding of national standards of care, state licensure and federal conditions of participation. Must be able to travel to offices within region on a regular and frequent basis. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license and auto insurance in accordance with state laws.

RECRUITER TO INCLUDE STATE SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS - DELETE ALL THAT ARE NOT APPLICABLE BELOW

Arkansas Administrators:

Administrator-A person who is an agency employee and is a physician, registered nurse, or an individual with at least one year of supervisory or administrative experience in home health care or in related health provider programs

Connecticut Administrators:

The administrator of an agency shall be a person with one of the following: (1) A master's degree in nursing with an active license to practice nursing in this state and at least one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience in a health care facility program which included care of the sick; or 2 Department of Public Health Public Health Code 19-13-D67. Personnel Current with materials published in Connecticut Law Journal through 06/01/2006 (2) A master's degree in public health or administration with a concentration of study in health services administration, and at least one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience in a health care facility/program which included care of the sick; or (3) A baccalaureate degree in nursing with an active license to practice nursing in this state and at least two (2) years supervisory or administrative experience in a health care facility/program which included care of the sick; or (4) A baccalaureate degree in administration with a concentration of study in health services administration and at least two (2) years' supervisory or administrative experience in a health care facility/program which included care of the sick;

Illinois Administrators:

Administrator must have experience in health service administration; and one (1) year supervisory or administrative experience in home health care or in related health provider program; and one of the following degrees: Registered professional nurse; or Individual with an undergraduate degree; or Qualified Public Health Administrator as contained in §600.300 of the

Certified Local Health Department Code Indiana Administrators:

"Administrator" means any health care professional who has at least one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience in health service, or any other individual who has at least one (1) year of experience in health service administration or health service finance Iowa No information located Kansas Follows federal regulations

Louisiana Administrators:

The administrator shall have three years of management experience in the delivery of health care service and meet one of the following criteria: is a licensed physician; or is an RN; or is employed as an administrator on or after January 13, 2018, and is a college graduate with a bachelor's degree; or is employed as an administrator prior to January 13, 2018, and has had three additional years of documented experience in health care delivery service; or is an administrator who has experience in health service administration with at least one year of supervisory or administrative experience related to home health care or a home health care program. Continuing Education. The administrator shall annually obtain two continuing education hours relative to the administrator's role, which may include, but not be limited to the following topics: a. Medicare and Medicaid regulations; b. management practices; c. labor laws; d. Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules, laws, etc.; e. ethics; and f. quality improvement.

Maine Administrators:

The administrator is a licensed physician, registered nurse, or an individual who has training and experience in health services administration, with at least one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience in home health care services or related health programs. Massachusetts No information in the regulations relating to the requirements of the administrator Michigan Follows federal regulations Missouri Follows federal regulations Ohio Follows federal regulations Oklahoma The administrator shall be properly certified as required by the Department. Proof of current certification for the administrator shall be posted in a conspicuous place at each licensed agency. In order to further ensure minimum standards for certification, the Board shall require a home care agency administrator to receive education or training which shall include, but not be limited to, training in administration, supervision, fiscal management, ethics, community relations, public information and human relations, concerning the issues associated with the operation of home care agencies and programs. Any person employed as an administrator after November 1, 1996, shall have completed the education or training specified by this subsection. On and after August 1, 1997, proof of successful completion of the education, training or continuing education, as applicable, for the home care agency administrator shall be required prior to issuance or renewal of a license for a home care agency pursuant to the provisions of the Home Care Act. D. Rhode Island Administrator "Administrator" means an individual who: Is a licensed physician; or Has training and experience in health service administration and at least one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience in home nursing care or home care or related health programs; or Is a registered nurse who meets qualifications of as set forth in 42 C.F.R. Part 484 (2022).

Texas Administrator Administrator qualifications:

be a licensed physician, RN, licensed social worker, licensed therapist, or licensed nursing home administrator with at least one year of management or supervisory experience in a health-related setting, such as: a home and community support services agency; a hospital; a nursing facility; a hospice; an outpatient rehabilitation center; a psychiatric facility; an intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions; or a licensed health care delivery setting providing services for individuals with functional disabilities; or have a high school diploma or a general equivalency degree (GED) with at least two years of management or supervisory experience in a health-related setting, such as: a home and community support services agency; a hospital; a nursing facility; a hospice; an outpatient rehabilitation center; a psychiatric facility; an intermediate care facility for individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions; or a licensed health care delivery setting providing services for individuals with functional disabilities. You will report to the Area Vice President.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com.

Pay & Benefit Information:

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits.

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Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.