Administrator in Training (AIT) or Assistant Administrator - Avamere Riverpark

Administrator in Training (AIT) or Assistant Administrator

Status : Full-time

Setting : Skilled Nursing

Location : Avamere Riverpark of Eugene - 425 Alexander Loop, Eugene, OR 97401

The primary responsibility of this position is to learn the day-to-day responsibilities of a licensed Nursing Home Administrator in pursuit of becoming a state and federally LNHA for Avamere.

The Avamere AIT program strictly follows all state guidelines and will take no less than 6 months of trainin g .

Employee Perks :

• Tuition assistance
• Mentorship opportunities
• Employee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and more
• Generous employee referral program
• Paid time off / sick leave (rolls over annually)
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage

Responsibilities :

• Learn, at minimum, the basic concepts for operating each department within the facility, including, but not limited to : Admissions, Business Office, Nursing and Staffing, Activities, Dietary and Maintenance.
• Assist in the planning, development, organization, implementation, evaluation and direction of the facility’s programs and services.
• Understand the coordination of all facility operations to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.
• Assist in developing and upholding written policies and procedures, and professional standards of practice that govern the operations of the facility.
• Learn how to prepare an annual operating budget, review and interpret monthly financial statements, and make adjustments as necessary to assure the continued ability to provide quality care.
• Develop an understanding of the industry, including community involvement, competitors and public relations.
• Participate in state and federal surveys of the facility, reviewing any deficiencies and developing plans of correction.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines, and uphold procedures to ensure all staff are trained and in compliance with this policy.

Qualifications :

• Must have a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health Administration, Healthcare Management, Business Administration or similar coursework.
• Experience working, volunteering and / or job shadowing within a Skilled Nursing Facility environment.
• Experience and success in a management role, with a clear understanding of popular leadership concepts and techniques.
• Must present a professional appearance and reputation to represent Avamere and its facilities.
• Must be flexible to travel to multiple Avamere locations to gain experience and exposure to different situations within Skilled Nursing Facilities.

Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.