Essential Functions
• Collaborates with appropriate outlying facilities and agencies to ensure protocols are aligned with evidence-based guidelines.
• Provides a safe and clean environment.
• Participates in budget preparations and committee functions as assigned.
• Practices effective problem identification and resolution utilizing evidenced based practice.
• Serves as a role model demonstrating appropriate knowledge and expertise in regard to patient care.
• Functions as a patient advocate while collaborating with the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintains focus on the educational growth of patients/families, team members and self.
• The clinical coordinator must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and
implement interventions as appropriate while being sensitive to cultural needs.
• Promotes collaboration within the organization by participating in departmental and hospital programs, committees, and special
projects.
• Complies with all regulatory and accrediting requirements.
• Ensures that safety, health, and regulatory standards are attained in the practice of area of responsibility.
• Manages various human resources functions including hiring, work assignments, coaching plans, and performance counseling.
• Maintainsreasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state,
and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
• Plan and coordinates process improvement activities.
• Functions as the corporate liaison between Administration, medical staff, and team members.
• Responsible for staff development, identification of risk management issues, policies, guidelines, safety, and infection control issues
and monitoring of staff attendance at mandatory meetings.
• Compiles, analyzes, and interprets data.
• Proficient in building interpersonal relationships through the use of excellent communication skills and team building strategies.
• The clinical coordinator is able to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
Education/Training
• Graduate from an approved school of nursing, bachelor’s degree or higher from an approved program in physical therapy,
occupational therapy, or Speech therapy.
• Associate degree or graduate from an accredited two-year college program in Physical Therapist Assistant / Occupational therapist
Assistant.