Clinical Officer at Oklahoma City County Health Department in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Clinical Officer

Wage: Depends on Experience
Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt
Shift: Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

SUMMARY:

This evolving position is located in the Operations Division with the Oklahoma City-County Health Department (OCCHD). The position assists the Chief Operations Officer in the guidance to, and oversight of Clinical Services. Incumbent serves as the Clinical and Nursing Compliance Officer. Reviews Oklahoma Board of Nursing, Oklahoma Medical Board, the Nurse Practice Act, and other state and federal regulations to ensure OCCHD clinical policies, procedures, and practices conform, and ensures orientation of clinical staff on policies, procedures, and practices, and relevant changes as they occur, through supervisors, administrators, and Human Resources. Other clinical areas include but are not limited to Children First, Fetal Infant Mortality Review (FIMR), and Emergency Preparedness nursing staff. Ensures compliance with contracts and grants related to Clinical Services. The Clinical Officer performs duties related to community relations between Clinical Services, its partners, and the community, and is responsible for supervising and coordinating related activities within Clinical Services. The incumbent provides and ensures the provision of nursing services to clients when needed and will function in a clinic setting to maintain familiarity with clinic flow and processes and may perform the duties of the position in various off-site clinics or other locations. Incumbent will serve as the OCCHD clinical designee for electronic health records. Incumbent is responsible for providing oversight and accomplishing other duties and tasks as assigned by, or in the absence of, the Chief Operating Officer. This position is part of a multi-disciplinary team which is responsible for delivering services to residents within the Public Health jurisdiction. The employee performs the duties of the Clinic Supervisor or Public Health Nurse roles under the auspices of physician's orders (protocols, guidelines, and orders) as warranted or directed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the Chief Operating Officer in guidance and oversight to Clinical Services.
• Supervises all clinical services in the absence of the Clinic Administrator and/or Clinic Supervisor. The Clinical Officer, Clinic Administrator and Clinic Supervisors will coordinate time off to allow such coverage.
• Fosters clinical partnerships as directed by the Chief Operating Officer.
• May serve as a Clinic Supervisor and/or Public Health Nurse at clinic locations when needed/directed by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Leads Clinical Services supervisor meetings.
• Negotiates and serves as primary contact for Clinical Services and other contracts as assigned by Chief Operating Officer.
• Identifies new opportunities for partnerships within the community through networking at various events as directed by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Serves as the clinical/nursing representative in safety/risk management and other OCCHD meetings.
• Supports the Chief Operating Officer as designated contact for the Communications program for Clinical
• Services communication requests. Will serve as or coordinate subject matter experts from various
• Clinical Services programs for Communications. Chief Operating Officer finalizes communication efforts.
• Supervises work assignments of any assigned Clinical Services personnel.
• Reviews Oklahoma Board of Nursing, Oklahoma Medical Board, and other state and federal regulations to ensure OCCHD clinical policies, procedures, & practices conform, and ensures orientation of staff on policies, procedures, and practices, and relevant changes as they occur, through supervisors, administrators, and Human Resources.
• Ensures compliance with contracts and grants related to Clinical Services.
• Serves as contact person for all clinical contracts within Clinical Services, and other contracts as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Administers direct provision of clinical services to clients as warranted.
• Investigates internal or external complaints/concerns related to Clinical Services or of clinical nature.
• Administers personnel selection, direction, supervision, delegation, and disciplinary action within Clinical Services, as warranted or directed by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Interviews staff and clients to evaluate effectiveness of quality assurance program.
• Advises Chief Operating Officer of potential problems or concerns throughout Clinical Services, OCCHD, its partners, and the community.
• Supervises employee activities by direct observation and review of job products.
• Monitors employee attendance.
• Complete performance evaluations for all direct reports and as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Manages clinic resources and completes a variety of reports.
• Supervises clinic procedures.
• Serves as a resource to and provides oversight in the resolution of client and employee complaints.
• Performs physical and development examinations and assessments.
• Performs venipuncture and collects specimens.
• Determines and administers appropriate treatments and immunizations.
• Counsels direct report staff regarding work practices, performance, and work development. Counsels all staff in Clinical Services as warranted or directed by Chief Operating Officer.
• Documents in patient medical records, whether electronic or paper.
• Provides coordination, supervision, and oversight to audits related to electronic health records.
• Compiles data and generates reports as requested by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Actively participates in staff development and in conjunction with the Chief Operating Officer establishes goals and objectives for assigned clinic staff.
• Provides substantial assistance with planning and continued evaluation of services in the Clinical Services public health programs.
• Provides oversight and direction in the ongoing development and management of the OCCHD Electronic Health Record. Attending related meetings.
• Maintains standards of professional and public health nursing and assures that OCCHD services are rendered according to OCCHD policies, state regulations and laws, OCCHD contracts, and in accordance with the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act.
• Confers with the Chief Operating Officer in determining the programmatic needs of the community related to Clinical Services.
• Participates in planning and provision of orientation and in-service education for clinical programs and staff, and throughout Clinical Services as warranted or directed.
• Participates in meetings and conferences when directed, as a representative of Public Health Nursing and OCCHD as directed by the Chief Operating Officer.
• Provides input and oversight to the Clinic Supervisors concerning physician guidelines and orders, process action teams, TQM issues, risk management and safety issues, HIPAA records information issues, and other similar or related systems, processes, or issues.
• Documents on medical records, personnel actions, and other OCCHD forms according to established guidelines.
• Utilizes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide oversight and direction to program specific and/or population-based services, as well as individualized patient care.
• Displays strong and positive communication skills with supervisors, peers, employees, clients, and with the public.
• May serve as the HIPAA Privacy Officer.
• Coordinates with Student Liaison for nursing student internships.
• Drives to various locations to perform job duties as needed.
• Completes required training in support of all duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Community presentations and attendance at coalition meetings must have approval and direction from the Executive Team.
• At the direction of OCCHD Chief Executive Officer and Chief Health Officer or designee, the incumbent will be assigned a variety of specific job duties and responsibilities as a member of the OCCHD Emergency Preparedness and Response Program Team (i.e., Bioterrorism Response Program). Also, as a member of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Program Team, the employee is required to complete all necessary emergency responder training and may be designated as a member of the first-responder team.
• In accordance with our designation of a PHAB Accredited health department and explicit commitment to a culture of continuous quality improvement, employees will receive Quality Improvement (QI) training deemed necessary by their supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Oklahoma Registered Nurse license required
• BSN
• Five years professional nursing experience required
• One year of supervisory experience required
• Valid Oklahoma driver license required
• Certified in CPR

BENEFITS:

As an employee of the Oklahoma City-County Health Department, you will enjoy comprehensive benefits which consists of:

• 15 days per year of annual leave
• 15 days per year of sick leave
• 15 paid holidays annually
• A comprehensive health insurance package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and flexible medical spending account
• A generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Retirement plans: Defined Contribution Plan and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

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AA/EOE. Successful candidate subject to background check, reference verification and drug screening.

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