Program Manager Structural Heart

Company: Christus Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: October 6, 2024

Job Description:

Job Summary: The Structural Heart Program Manager is responsible for supporting the clinical aspects of the Cardiovascular program across regional hospitals, ensuring patients receive evidence-based care and meeting regulatory standards.

In a High Reliability Organization, the Structural Heart Program Manager reports to the senior Quality Management leader and is responsible for supporting the clinical aspects of the Cardiovascular program across regional hospitals. The manager assures patients receive care that consistently follows evidence-based standards and is in accordance with defined regulatory standards. The manager participates in the collection and monitoring of data for quality improvement of patient care, supports excellence in clinical practice, and coordinates activities required to meet multidepartment internal and external data-related needs. This individual provides support to department leaders regarding program development and management, acts as a liaison to the community for Cardiovascular care, and provides education awareness, prevention, and rehabilitation services. The manager develops educational programs for nurses, clinical staff, physicians, and EMS, facilitates physician collaboration, and utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to Cardiovascular care to improve outcomes in a cost-effective manner. The program includes Open Heart, LAAO, TAVR, MitraClip, WATCHMAN, and all structural heart patient care coordination.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. The hospital provides specialized care, including orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women's services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
  
• Communicate effectively to different audiences.
  
• Proficient in computer skills using EXCEL, PowerPoint, clinical systems, and registry databases.
  
• Knowledgeable on High-Reliability Principles and PDSA methodology.
  
  
  Requirements:
  
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  • Bachelor's degree required.
    
  • Three years of healthcare experience in a cardiovascular specialty.
    
  • Sound knowledge of CV health and related diagnostic services.
    
  • NCDR Registry experience preferred.
    
  • Prior patient teaching experience preferred.
    
  • RN License required in state of employment.
    
  • BLS - Basic Life Support Certification required.
    
    
    Work Schedule: Varies
    Work Type: Full Time

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