Clinical Staff Educator- Home Health and Hospice

Job Overview

This position develops, implements, and provides staff education and competency related to assigned projects. Acts as educator to improve and enhance functional capabilities of all licensed and non-licensed personnel and volunteers by the provision of orientation, continuing education, and in-service programs.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or other clinical discipline.

2. RN License or Physical Therapy License or Occupational Therapy License.

3. Five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist.

4. One (1) year of experience in clinical education.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Two (2) years of experience in clinical education.

2. Experience in Home Health or Hospice.

3. Experience working in EPIC.

Location: Lowell, MA

Hours: Full Time, 40 Hours/Week

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Work cooperatively with all department managers, administration, and HR to develop, implement and document orientation of all agency staff.

2. Assess individual employee learner needs to allow for flexibility and judgment in the orientation content.

3. Assist orientees in identification of specific goals for orientation and develop individualized plans.

4. Ensure documentation of orientation process including assessment of skills checklist, orientation checklist.

5. Provide and arrange for additional orientations to meet agency-wide needs.

6. Support transition of new staff through continuing instruction and counseling.

7. Ensure adequate training of employees.

8. Assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of annual professional competencies.

9. Assist in review and evaluation of the competency program for professional staff.

10. Assist in organizing, facilitating, and overseeing quarterly education, including annual competencies for assigned job groups.

11. Work collaboratively with College Programs to assist students with home care clinical placement and experience.

12. Work collaboratively with managers to coordinate student placements in the agency and provide and arrange agency orientation.

13. Stay current with staff development technology, attending seminars or training that is applicable to agency needs.

14. Train staff in EMR products and computer/program use.

15. Create educational videos and online education content and competencies.

16. Assist in the assessment of staff education needs audit, results from clinical record reviews, patient satisfaction surveys, incident reports and external auditors.

17. Provide and/or arranges for In-service Programs to meet staff needs as identified in surveys, needs assessments, strategic plans etc. 

18. Assist in oversee educational process for clinical regulatory areas (CMS, DPH)

19. Assesses training needs based on the needs of staff, referral sources and changes in home care

20. Develops programs in response to identified staff and agency-wide needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries & benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
• 403(b) retirement with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support - Access to MedBridge for PT CEUs and licensure/certification support, reinforcing our commitment to ongoing clinical development.
• Opportunities for career growth
• Fleet car program - A unique offering that reduces personal vehicle burden and supports clinicians in the field.
• Industry-Leading Safety Program – A one-of-a-kind Workplace Safety & Violence Prevention role dedicated to proactively addressing increasing safety concerns in healthcare settings. This program includes:
  • AVADE de-escalation and self-safety training
  • InvisaWear GPS-enabled safety devices
  • Escort services to ensure staff safety in the field

About Care at Home:

Tufts Medicine Care at Home is a proud member of Tufts Medicine, a health system that is rethinking how academic and community centers, local and national businesses, and technology and service innovators can all work together. So that clinicians can deliver expert care where it’s needed most and so that we can bring wellness back to health care, one person at a time. 

About Tufts Medicine 

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being. 

Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer

 

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

 

Pay Range:

 

$84,300.22 - $107,481.20

based on full-time equivalent