RN Job in San Antonio, Texas
Program Manager Bariatric - Bariatric
Company:CHRISTUS Health
Profession/Specialty:RN
Location:San Antonio, Texas, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 253-bed hospital serving the fastest- growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical care with advanced spine surgery, Intensive Care, complex neurology for treating stroke and other neurovascular issues, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, women’s services, a newborn nursery, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, emergency services, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, and four medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.
Summary:
Responsible for the planning and overall clinical operations of the bariatric program. Manages ongoing clinical data analysis, infection control, radiation safety, risk management, program development, and implementation of processes to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness of the bariatric program. Responsible for maintenance of accreditation with JCAHO, Texas Department of Health, Texas Department of Public Safety and the State Board of Pharmacy.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the planning and overall operation of the bariatric program
- Manages ongoing clinical data analysis, program development, and implementation of processes to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness of the bariatric program
- Requires ability to facilitate and lead patient seminars and staff education; ability to take initiative and meet objectives with no to minimal supervision; ability to plan and manage the efficient and effective utilization of resources; and projection of a professional image in appearance and attitude
- Participates in activities that market the Bariatric program
- Reviews marketing materials for accuracy and, when applicable, develops marketing materials to support the Bariatric program and reviews material with Bariatric team
- Effectively manages/coordinates assigned staff in a consistent manner
- Participates in the recruiting, hiring, orientation, development/training, evaluation, and when applicable, the discipline of assigned staff Effectively and efficiently manage and utilize all available processes and resources to optimize patient flow and maximize provider productivity while ensuring quality patient care
- Identifies, analyzes and resolves any workflow/process problems with regard to the bariatric program
Additional Information:
- Review the patient’s file to ensure the patient has met the insurance plans criteria for bariatric surgery, prior to submitting insurance authorization
- Manages bariatric case files: submit the appropriate documentation to the insurance company/payer for bariatric surgery authorization. (letter of medical necessity, clinicals and additional insurance requirements)
- Ensure the office staff has the most current bariatric benefit policy for the various insurance plans, on file
- Patient Dietetic consulting, as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Bachelor's Degree of Related Field (Preferred)
Experience
- Three years od current experience in the area of bariatrics, strongly preferred
High level of interpersonal/communication skills to promote team approach
- Excellent written and verbal skills, required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Registered Nurse or Registered Dietician (Preferred)
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
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About CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.