Job OverviewThis position develops, implements, and provides staff education and competency related to assigned projects. Acts as educator to improve and enhance functional capabilities of all licensed and non-licensed personnel and volunteers by the provision of orientation, continuing education, and in-service programs.
Job DescriptionMinimum Qualifications:1. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or other clinical discipline.
2. RN License or Physical Therapy License or Occupational Therapy License.
3. Five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist.
4. One (1) year of experience in clinical education.
Preferred Qualifications:1. Two (2) years of experience in clinical education.
2. Experience in Home Health or Hospice.
3. Experience working in EPIC.
Location: Lowell, MAHours: Full Time, 40 Hours/WeekDuties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Work cooperatively with all department managers, administration, and HR to develop, implement and document orientation of all agency staff.
2. Assess individual employee learner needs to allow for flexibility and judgment in the orientation content.
3. Assist orientees in identification of specific goals for orientation and develop individualized plans.
4. Ensure documentation of orientation process including assessment of skills checklist, orientation checklist.
5. Provide and arrange for additional orientations to meet agency-wide needs.
6. Support transition of new staff through continuing instruction and counseling.
7. Ensure adequate training of employees.
8. Assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of annual professional competencies.
9. Assist in review and evaluation of the competency program for professional staff.
10. Assist in organizing, facilitating, and overseeing quarterly education, including annual competencies for assigned job groups.
11. Work collaboratively with College Programs to assist students with home care clinical placement and experience.
12. Work collaboratively with managers to coordinate student placements in the agency and provide and arrange agency orientation.
13. Stay current with staff development technology, attending seminars or training that is applicable to agency needs.
14. Train staff in EMR products and computer/program use.
15. Create educational videos and online education content and competencies.
16. Assist in the assessment of staff education needs audit, results from clinical record reviews, patient satisfaction surveys, incident reports and external auditors.
17. Provide and/or arranges for In-service Programs to meet staff needs as identified in surveys, needs assessments, strategic plans etc.
18. Assist in oversee educational process for clinical regulatory areas (CMS, DPH)
19. Assesses training needs based on the needs of staff, referral sources and changes in home care
20. Develops programs in response to identified staff and agency-wide needs.
What We Offer- Competitive salaries & benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
- 403(b) retirement with company match
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support - Access to MedBridge for PT CEUs and licensure/certification support, reinforcing our commitment to ongoing clinical development.
- Opportunities for career growth
- Fleet car program - A unique offering that reduces personal vehicle burden and supports clinicians in the field.
- Industry-Leading Safety Program - A one-of-a-kind Workplace Safety & Violence Prevention role dedicated to proactively addressing increasing safety concerns in healthcare settings. This program includes:
- AVADE de-escalation and self-safety training
- InvisaWear GPS-enabled safety devices
- Escort services to ensure staff safety in the field
Pay Range:$84,300.22 - $107,481.20
based on full-time equivalent
