Clinical Leader - Practices, Orthopedics

Job Title: Clinical Leader Practices - Orthopedics

Location: Hybrid (Various Ortho Office sites within Eastern Monroe County/Remote)

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

OUR Department:

At Rochester Regional Health, the orthopedic teams are committed to bringing their patient the full functionality and lasting relief they are seeking. Depending on the condition and recovery goals, non-surgical and surgical treatments may include a comprehensive consultation, followed by physical therapy or other therapeutic measures; minimally invasive techniques like arthroscopy that can be conducted on an outpatient basis, or podiatric or orthopedic procedures such as tendon and cartilage repair or joint replacement.

SUMMARY

As a Clinical Leader in Practices, your strong ability to lead and guide others serve as valuable resources for staff, as well as facilitating patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely with the Practice Triad leadership team; lead physician, practice manager and clinical leader, to run the day-to-day functions of the practice, resolving issues and concerns.
• Demonstrates open communication style, consistent with the STAR behaviors and the mission / vision of the organization.  
•  Functions as the clinical resource for LPN, MOA and Clerical staff.
• Demonstrates the philosophy of rounding with purpose on patients, staff, and physicians in the practice using key words at key times to identify issues. Ensures that staff is rounding on patients, consistently using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you). 
• Resolves any issue or concerns at the time of the rounding.  Follows up any concerns with lead physician and nurse manager.
• Identifies and has knowledge of all high risk patients and ensures plan of care is current.
• Recognizes staff for a job well done or for role modeling.
• Coaches staff privately when performance is below standard.  Initiates counseling and/or assists with disciplinary action process.
• Maintains an awareness of individual practice issues and resolves them professionally, consistent with implementing HR policies and is able to hold staff accountable for their actions. 
• Participates in the selection of new staff, working with the team, ensuring peer interview process is followed.
• Is fiscally responsible, participates with the leadership team in the practice budget development and management. 
• Responsible for the success of the practice pillar goals, working closely with the triad leadership to achieve patient satisfaction, employee satisfaction, financial, growth, and quality goals that are aligned with the organizational goals.
• Ensures the educational requirements of the staff are obtained and maintained annually. Assures that any new change in practice is accompanied with staff competency.
• Mentors all new clinical staff and acts as an ongoing mentor to the practice staff.
• Completes the annual performance appraisal process on all direct reports, using feedback from the lead provider and other pertinent team members.
• Makes assignments based on needs of patients and competency of staff.
• Ensures all staff is working appropriately within their scope.  Ensures appropriate number of staff is available in the practice at all times; assigns and monitors lunch, break, and committee meeting coverage.  Communicates any staffing overages or needs to Nurse Manager.  
• Evaluates staffing on a daily basis. Makes difficult staffing decisions with fair and consistent policies.
• Maintains all regulatory compliance in the practice, prepares the staff for a constant state of readiness.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of the national patient safety goals and ensures that the team is well versed and practicing within those goals. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in nursing required.  Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience preferred

EDUCATION:

AS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$83,176.00 - $113,600.76Rochester14621

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.