Dialysis Acute Clinical Coordinator
Company: U.S. Renal Care
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis
industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences
in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top
talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and
culture at all levels of our organization. The Clinical Coordinator
is responsible for assisti ng with management and operation of
clinic. This position assumes full responsibility for the dialysis
clinic in the absence of the Administrator. Growth: Assist with
clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and
minimize hospitalizations and missed treatments. Assist with
planning/coordinating patient scheduling to assure timely
acceptance of patients and effective staffing levels. Demonstrate
effective use of supplies and staff labor hours. Responsible for
updating all logs and ensuring that dialysis run sheets and logs
are sent to billing. Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient
care or operational needs of the clinic. Outcomes: Coordinate the
functions of all departments and develop standards and methods of
measuring patient care services, including a chronological record
of services provided to patients as required by the ESRD Network
Coordinating Council and Medicare. Work with Administrator to
maintain chronological, thorough, and appropriate documentation in
the patient record of all treatments, activities, and communication
with the patient, physician, and other healthcare professionals.
Promote quality management program through education and
involvement of staff and patients in outcomes as well as overall
responsibility to achieve corporate goals for quality. Assist with
program's target goals for patient outcomes in accordance with
quality patient care and Company goals. Review all incident
reports; make recommendations and take action relative to incidents
as appropriate; report at monthly QAPI meeting as delegated by
Administrator or Management. Operational Readiness: Knowledge of
and remain current with federal, state, local laws and regulations,
including health care professionals practice act requirements. Work
with Administrator to assure clinic is in compliance with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Assist
Administrator with development, implementation and follow up of
Corrective Action Plans required for internal and external surveys.
May assume Charge Nurse's responsibilities as needed. May fulfill
responsibility of facility Alternate CEO as delegated by Governing
Body. Conduct and/or participate in both formal and informal
meetings with the governing body, Regional Director, Medical
Director and the staff as delegated. Assure that appropriate staff
meetings, in-service education meetings, and team patient care
planning meetings are held monthly as delegated. Assure that
Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement Program is current at
all times as delegated. Establish, maintain, and submit all
required records and reports concerning staff, patients, and the
operational affairs of the center if delegated by Administrator.
Continuously monitor to ensure that a safe and sanitary physical
environment is maintained throughout the facility; that all
equipment is maintained and functions properly; and that adequate
and appropriate inventory levels of all supplies are available and
used correctly. Oversee the maintenance of equipment and supplies
to meet current laws and regulations. Responds to all emergencies
in clinic. Familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency
operational procedures. Supervise the maintenance of equipment,
building areas occupied by the center and other property belonging
to the center. Partnerships: Maintain collaborative working
relationship with Medical Director and physicians. Establish and
maintain a positive relationship with all Administrators, area
hospitals, agencies, vendors and the community. Actively promote
GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships
at all levels of the organization. Respond effectively to inquiries
or complaints. Staff Development: Ensure all staff meet required
qualifications for position held and perform duties within
limitations established by and in accordance with company
policy/procedures, health care professionals practice acts,
applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Serves as a
resource/subject matter expert for patient needs and concerns,
staff education and in-service sessions as necessary. Assists with
recruitment, training, development, and supervision of all
personnel. Assists with maintaining effective personnel management
and employee relations, including evaluating the performance of all
personnel and counseling employees. Uphold management goals of
corporation by leading staff in team concepts and promoting a team
effort. Effectively communicate expectations; accept accountability
and hold others accountable for performance. To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: Current RN license in
applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good
standing. 12 months experience in providing nursing care, including
3 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on
maintenance dialysis. CPR certification required within 90 days of
hire. Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.
Demonstrated ability to function in a leadership position and to
perform in new and emergent situations with sound judgment.
Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability
to communicate verbally and in writing. Must have basic computer
skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook);
proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90
days of hire.
Keywords: U.S. Renal Care, Phoenix , Dialysis Acute Clinical Coordinator, Healthcare , Phoenix, Arizona
