Overview
TLC Management is looking for their next Health Facility Administrator in Training!
If you have a passion for leading people and making a difference in the lives of others, then this is a great opportunity for you. During the course of the six month training to become a Health Facility Administrator you will gain knowledge of federal/state regulations by spending a negotiable amount of time in all departments (Administration, Nursing, Dietary, Maintenance, Housekeeping/Laundry, Therapy, Business Office, Admission/Marketing and Activities) and gain oversight, organizational, management and instrumental leadership skills in order to operate a facility.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility is to learn the different functions of being a long term care administrator during the six-month hands on training.
- Be familiar with all operational details of the center. Provide direction to each department head within the facility.
- Function as the facility leader and final decision maker.
- Work closely with the Regional Director, DON and Nursing Leadership.
- Practice motivational leadership techniques.
- Set an example of integrity and work ethic.
- Develop/implement a plan of correction.
- Perform periodic performance monitoring for all direct reports that include evaluations, verbal counseling, disciplinary action and etc.
- Delegate appropriate tasks and assignments to department heads. Implement/coordinate staff meetings.
- Recruit and hire staff. Handle labor relations.
- Implement/oversee a manager on duty program. Implement a monthly quality assurance program.
- Handle wage/salary issues.
- Ensure that facility risk management strategies are effective, fully executed and monitored.
- Have a direct relationship with residents/families.
- Develop/maintain good public relations.
- Maintain record keeping systems to ensure appropriate documentation.
- Organize and maintain records in preparation for IDSH and federal audits.
- Handle fiscal matters, utilizing financial reports and recommending budgets.
- Be responsible for accounts receivable billing, collection, banking and general record keeping.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by leadership
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Holding a B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited college or university; (Exceptions to this college requirement must be approved by the President of TLC Management.)
- If licensed as an Administrator by another state, be willing to apply for temporary licensure in the state of employment and pass the state exam.
- Knowledge on the use of computers, e-mail accounts, software programs such as Word/Excel and minor office machines such as faxes/copiers. Desired qualifications:
- At least 2 years of previous experience in a leadership or a supervisory capacity within a nursing home or a long-term care organization
