Job Title: Bariatric MBS Coordinator Department: Bariatrics

Reports to: Practice Manager Revision Date: 9/1/2021

Grade Level: 26 Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

The Bariatric MBS Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and oversight of clinical activities for the Center for Weight loss & Surgery. These activities include, but are not limited to, utilization of skills in the organization, planning, implementing, evaluating and providing care through the use of hospital and nursing standards.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the organization, development, implementation and evaluation of the unit-specific orientation program in accordance with methods and procedures standard of performance, operation of equipment, and rules and regulations as assigned.
• Assist with review, revision and developmental policies and procedures.
• Assign, supervise and evaluate nursing staff performance.
• Assist in unit organization, including physical setting and materials management, for cost effectiveness in all aspects of patient care and unit management.
• Assist Manager through input for departmental goal setting, long range planning and early budgeting process.
• Assist in problem solving, including delivery of patient care, and using the proper chain of command.
• Provides case management to a group of patients and their families/caregivers providing specific assessments according to protocols and procedures, clinical competence in procedural skills, treatments, and patient/caregiver education related to orthopedic care management, and acts as patient advocate in delivery and coordination to clinical patient care.
• Provides efficient and effective care with the guidance of the physician during clinic hours. Oversees the planning, scheduling, and coordination of bariatric surgery patients from decision for surgery to follow up care.
• Collaborates with other health care providers, Center for Weight loss & Surgery physicians/midlevel, Practice Manager, Program Director and Medical Director, regarding clinic and patient needs.
• Manages any recognition activities including, but not limited to, MBSAQIP and Blue Distinction.
• Assists in planning, providing and evaluating patient care as a member of the health care team. Records all patient care provided in a precise and detailed manner following established policy and procedures.
• Will participate in the orientation, training and evaluation of new staff.
• Assists and coordinates in the implementation of employee education activities related to Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery patients.
• Maintains and demonstrates competency in BLS, infection control, safety and all unit required bariatric skill review.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities (Unit Specific):

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, physicians, patients, and the general public.
• Intermediate to excellent mathematical and statistical skills with the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Excellent planning and organization skills with and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively work autonomously or within a team environment with high energy, dependability, and consistently exceed expectations and/or performance standards.
• Ability to multitask and problem-solve utilizing strong critical thinking skills and a variety of instruction formats including written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with active listening ability.
• Professionalism and business acumen appropriate for working with guests, clients, physicians, employees and volunteers.
• Excellent interpersonal and practiced customer service skills.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based data programs including, but not limited to EMR, MiJourney and the internet.

Education and Experience:

• Registered Nurse with a current NYS licensure required.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; or two to three years related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Bariatric experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid NYS Driver’s License with clean driving record and reliable personal vehicle.

Working Conditions:

• Requires travel within the organization’s multiple locations utilizing personal vehicle.
• Work is performed within an interior medical/clinical environment.
• Requires Moderate physical activity including handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, using computers and computer software.
• Requires the use and maintenance of standard office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, phones, faxing machines, etc.
• Actively Participates in Quality Assurance programs, CQI, and in-service programs; attends all mandatory classes as required; completes unit-specific competencies, cross-training, and accepts assignments to other units/shifts as hospital needs require.
• Attends meetings with staff and participates on committees as required.
• Attendance ensures that job requirements are met.
• Complies with DOH requirements for annual health assessments and required immunizations.

Pay Range: $35.00-$38.99/hr

Employee salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.

The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a nonprofit healthcare system that was established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to continue to be one of Oswego County’s largest employers. More than 1,200 employees spread throughout its 17 locations, work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 164-bed community hospital with a brand new Medical Surgical Unit, a 32-bed state-of-the-art psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent retirement community. The health system also operates Oswego Health Home Care, the only hospital-based certified home healthcare agency in the County as well as two outpatient centers, including the Fulton Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, physical therapy, and occupational health services; and the Central Square Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, and physical therapy services. In addition, Oswego Health includes the Oswego Health captive professional corporation, Physician Care P.C., providing physician services in orthopedics, cardiology, ENT, gastroenterology, breast care, audiology, general surgery, bariatrics, and primary care.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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