Job Summary

Manages the bariatric program, accreditation process and ensures continuous compliance with the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) requirements, maintaining relevant policies and procedures, patient education, outcome data collection, quality improvement efforts and education of team members in the various aspects of the metabolic and bariatric surgery patient focusing on patient safety. Manages COE/Quality designation with managed care companies. Serves as liaison between facility and all surgeons performing metabolic and bariatric surgery at the center.

Essential Functions

• Manages facility data base reporting data to the MBSAQIP in collaboration with the Medical Director and the Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer.
• Implements initiatives to increase revenue/patient volume by developing physician and business referral network.
• Coordinates community events/seminars to educate and raise awareness of service line.
• Directs quarterly meetings of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS) to evaluate quality initiatives, procedural volumes, outcomes and compliance with MBSAQIP Standards.
• Serves as a leadership team representative and resource for patients, physicians, clients, vendors and leadership.

Physical Requirements
General medical center environment with possible exposure to infectious/contagious diseases and hazardous materials. Environment is climate controlled with occasional exposure to inclement weather. Frequent movement throughout campus. Periods of standing, sitting, walking, reaching and light lifting.

Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred. Effective May 1, 2015 required to be a licensed healthcare professional or registered dietician based on MBSAQIP requirements.