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3003 - Position Description-Performance Evaluation - Dialysis Services Medical Director
3003 - Position Description-Performance Evaluation - Dialysis Services Medical Director
3003 - Position Description-Performance Evaluation - Dialysis Services Medical Director
Job Summary: Is responsible for the supervision and assurance of the quality, safety and appropriateness of the
medical and technical care provided to patients in this facility. Ensures provision of Dialysis Services that reflects the
organizations philosophy and standards. Adheres to all state, federal, accrediting organization regulations and other
regulatory guidelines as applicable. Is responsible for leadership in the Dialysis Services Facility's quality
improvement activities and patient safety initiatives.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
3 = Exceeds Performance
2 = Expected Performance
1 = Needs Improvement
Ensures that there is a written plan of organization, responsibilities and function for every
category of staff.
In conjunction with the administration, develops and implements rules, regulations and
policies that govern the nephrologists who admit patients to Dialysis Services.
Monitors the clinical practice of the nephrologists; may intervene as needed on the
patients behalf.
Provides continuous medical coverage for patient care needs, including adequate
alternative physician coverage when the patients physician is not personally available.
Assists with the development of policies and procedures for the admission, transfer or
discharge of patients to other facilities when necessary.
Monitors and reviews each involuntary patient discharge to ensure that the facility
interdisciplinary team follows the discharge and transfer policies.
Is responsible for ensuring that facility staff members receive the appropriate education
and training to competently perform their job responsibilities.
Helps to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff through review and
evaluation of incident reports and identification of hazards to health and safety. Makes
relevant recommendations to Administration.
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Ensures all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Is a patient advocate, ensuring the patients medical and psychosocial needs are met.
Develops, revises and implements policies and procedures for patient care, infection
prevention and control, performance improvement and patient rights.
Ensures that Dialysis Services maintains accreditation, licensing and quality patient care
through establishment of performance improvement monitoring programs and standards.
Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of medical services as an integral
part of the overall performance improvement program.
Presents to the Governing Body and/or its committees, periodic reports reflecting medical
services of the Dialysis Services and such special reports as may be required by the
Governing Body.
Works closely with the Nurse Manager and NCOIC to facilitate patient care,
administration, staff development, education, inspections and research.
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Professional Requirements:
Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean.
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Total Points
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Regulatory Requirements:
Board eligible or certified in nephrology by a professional board and has at least 12 months experience in the
Language Skills:
Skills:
Physical Demands:
For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following
description.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of the position without compromising patient care.
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I have received, read and understand the Position Description/Performance Evaluation above.
Name/Signature
Date Signed
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DESCRIPTION OF
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
JOB TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:
NAME:
# HOURS/WORKDAY:
DEVELOPED BY:
DATE DEVELOPED:
MANAGER SIGNATURE:
DATE:
CHECK APPROPRIATE BOX FOR EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BEST DESCRIBE THE EXTENT OF THE SPECIFIC
ACTIVITY PERFORMED BY THE STAFF MEMBERS IN THIS POSITION
Note:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
None
Amount of Time
up to 1/3 to 2/3 and
1/3
1/2
more
Stand:
Walk:
Sit:
Talk or hear:
Use hands to finger, handle or feel:
Push/Pull:
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:
Reach with hands and arms:
Taste or smell:
None
Amount of Time
up to 1/3 to 2/3 and
1/3
1/2
more
Up to 10 pounds:
Up to 25 pounds:
Up to 50 pounds:
Up to 100 pounds:
More than 100 pounds:
This job has special vision requirements. Check all that apply.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
Number of Hours
1-2
3-4
5-6
7+
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Job Title:
Managers Comments:
Recommended Goals/Actions:
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Staff Member Signature
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Date
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Department Manager Signature
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Date
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Administrative Signature
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Date
PERSONNEL MEMBER
ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE AND COMPETENCY EVALUATION
As a member of the Facilitys personnel team, your comments and input are important to both the
continuing development and quality provision of patient care and services of the institution. Your continued
professional growth and job satisfaction are primary goals of the organization. The administrative team and
your department supervisor are interested in your comments regarding the following:
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(1 = poor, 5 = excellent)
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How would you rate the organizations provisions for personnel continuing education?
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List any departmental goals that may differ from professional goals
(include educational and performance goals):
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Is there anything the organization can do to help you achieve any of these goals?
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Comments you feel may assist the organization with improving personnel satisfaction levels:
Note: This organization pledges to utilize information provided for the sole purpose of improving
personnel satisfaction and assisting the author with achievement of advanced personal and/or
professional growth.