Assistant Administrator

Position Summary: The Assistant Administrator he/she reports to the Administrator, He/she assists the Administrator with the administrative functions in the operation of the center. The Assistant Administrator takes responsibilities of the Administrator in the absence of the Administrator and at other times, as may be delegated. The Assistant may assist, supervise, direct, and coordinate functions of one or more departments to assure that the highest degree of quality of care is consistently provided to the customers.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

1. Acts as Administrator in absence of Administrator;

2. Assists Department Managers in the development and use of company policies

and procedures as well as assure that proper procedures are employed when department managers hire, counsel, discipline, and terminate employee;

3. Carries out tasks/responsibilities requested or assigned by Administrator;

4. Concerns his/herself with the safety of all center residents in order to minimize the potential for fire and accidents. Also, ensures that the center adheres to the legal, safety, health, fire, and sanitation codes by being familiar with his/her role in carrying out the center's fire, safety, and disaster plans by being familiar with current MSDS;

5. Consults with department managers concerning the operation of their departments to assist in eliminating correcting problem areas, and/or improvement of services, then reports findings to Administrator;

6. Puts Customer Service First: Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which

recognizes the individuals' needs and rights;

7. Performs all other duties as requested;

Specific Educational/Vocational Requirements:

1. Licensed or able to be licensed according to State regulations and must attend

continuing education as required.

2. Previous management experience in long-term care preferred.

Job Skills:

1. Posses the ability to positively interact with personnel, customers, family

members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

2. Have well-developed verbal and written communication skills.

3. Be knowledgeable of marketing, reimbursement regulations and nursing practices and

procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long term

care, administration and financing regulations impacting on the center.

4.Posses the ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as

necessary.

5. Have advanced training in hospital or long term care setting.

6. Be familiar with the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing personnel

administration.

7. Provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.

Performs Related Duties:

1, Interacts with customers, families, visitors, center and Care Centers' Facility

subsidiary personnel.

2. Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on

intervention/participation may be required.