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MDT Home Health Care Agency, Inc. Evaluation 1. Assists in the evaluation of community needs and plans programs and services to meet the identified needs. 2. Keeps current on local issues. 3. Submits formal written proposals to the Board of Directors for all new programs of services with complete cost/benefit analysis. Central Administration Operation 1. Consults, plans and works with Board of Directors to implement all support functions relative to staffing Board of Directors and respective committee activities, i.e , agenda, minutes, reports and yearly calendar of activities. 2. Submits monthly and other operation reports to the Board of Directors on a timely basis, outlining the completion of goals and objectives including justification for those not attained. 3. Participates in selective conferences and workshops to promote knowledge in community health trends, efficiency in job performance and overall professional growth. 4. Establishes personal goals and objectives for advancement. 5. Participates with other health, civic, educational and professional groups as directed. 6. Negotiates and enters into contractual agreements on behalf of agency. 7. Is responsible for maintaining sound fiscal management practices and the overall credit standing of the agency. Ensure HIPAA guidelines and procedures are maintained. OCCASIONAL DUTIES Represents the agency in community and civic organizations. Networks on behalf of agency. JOB CONDITIONS Position is stressful in meeting deadlines Minimal lifting of office records and printouts Primarily, a desk job which involves sitting, standing, stooping and walking. Excessive telephone communication. Traveling by car or airplane to local, out-of-town or state seminars, conferences or meetings. Must be able to hear and speak in a manner understood by most people. Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing. EQUIPMENT OPERATION Utilizes PC, Calculator, multi line telephone, and other related office equipment. COMPANY INFORMATION Access to all client medical records and client financial accounts, personnel records and company financial records, which may be discussed with all management staff, including Board of Directors. REQUIREMENTS Qualifications-Education: Public Administration or Accounting experience with a health emphasis, preferred. Experience: Minimum one years previous experience in health care with one years in supervisory, administrative or consultant positions. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Extensive knowledge of home health care regulations and funding sources. Ability to demonstrate self-confidence and positive attitude toward self and others; maintains commitment and enthusiasm to goal achievement. Attempts development and implementation of better methods. Identifies and evaluates personal strengths and weaknesses of self and others Supervises objectively without personal bias towards individuals. __________________________________ _______________________ Director/CEO Date Home Health Agency Job Descriptions I-3