Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations.
Cleveland Clinic is looking for an Accreditation Program Manager to manage the accreditation process and program within the south submarket, specifically Akron General. As an Accreditation Program Manager, you will coordinate hospital accreditation activities through the hospital, ensure continuous readiness for surveys and work with senior leadership to target interventions to improve a culture of continuous patient readiness.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
Has experience with regulatory surveys and standards.
Is self-driven, motivated and flexible.
Thrives working independently and as part of a team.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Responsibilities:
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Develops, manages and maintains programs designed to ensure Cleveland Clinic compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards, including those of: The Joint Commission (TJC), Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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Acts as the primary resource for staff to facilitate overall operations of programs.
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Acts as a consultant to departments/institutes for all aspects of TJC and other regulatory agencies.
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Educates and disseminates accurate information to clinical and nonclinical departments pertaining to certifications and standard interpretations.
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Participates in preparation and support of onsite survey activities.
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Collaborates with all departments within the Quality and Patient Safety Institute to ensure safe high quality care.
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Develops and manages varied projects. Participates in committees and meetings.
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Other duties as assigned.
Education:
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Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, Engineering or related field.
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Master’s degree preferred.
Certifications:
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Healthcare Accreditation Certification Program (HACP) or Certified Joint Commission Professional (CJCP) certifications will be required within 2 years of hire.
Complexity of Work:
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Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
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Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
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Demonstrated knowledge in principles of risk management, quality and performance improvement methods.
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Working knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards.
Work Experience:
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Minimum of five years of related experience with Quality Management, Risk Management/Patient Safety and Performance Improvement program or related healthcare experience.
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Offset: Associate’s degree and seven years of experience.
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Offset: Master’s degree and four years of experience.
Physical Requirements:
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Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
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Ability to lift and transport up to 15 pounds.
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Requires extended periods of standing, walking and sitting.
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Normal or corrected vision and hearing.
Personal Protective Equipment:
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Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
Pay Range: $30.41 - $46.38 / hour
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.