BROAD FUNCTION:

Provide leadership, direction, and administration of all aspects of The Manor at Seneca
Hill to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies, as well as established objectives. Oversees the operation of the facility and provides direction and guidance to the respective directors.

MAJOR RESPONSIBLITIES:

Works with the CEO of the holding company to maximize the relationship between the Manor and related affiliates. Ensure the efficient, economic, and quality performance of assigned departments/areas of responsibility in support of quality resident care services. Responsible for the identification, analysis, development, and recommendation of operating policies, systems, programs, and standards and ensures proper documentation of same. In strong partnership with the Finance, establishes annual capital and operating budget and monitors compliance with budgeted revenue and expenses. Cultivate the management skills of the management team resulting in an effective mission driven organization. Establish and monitor staff performance and development of goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, and establish priorities. In partnership with Human Resources provides direction to directors and managers including selection, placement, orientation, development, performance appraisal, counseling, and enforcement of policies and procedures. Review and monitor through quality assurance, resident and employee incident reports and action taken; quality of resident care and that all deviations from standards have appropriate dispositions. Promote culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality. Participate in staff and governing body committee meetings as required. Attend and serve on professional/civic service organizations as directed as a representative of Oswego Health. With direction from the President and CEO of Oswego Health assists in setting the direction of The Manor at Seneca Hill in response to the developing needs of the community and carrying it out accordingly. Contribute to the strategic goals and objectives of the organization. Develop and foster effective collaboration between the Manor and affiliate staff as well as other departments throughout the organization. Provide and maintain effective communication with all areas throughout the system. Report regularly to the board and to the holding company on the overall activities of the Manor as well as appropriate state, federal and local agencies on the developments that affect operation. Represent Seneca Hill Manor in relationships with other health agencies, organizations, as well as advocacy and long-term care associations; and in matters involving government agencies and third-party payers. Review and endorsement of contracts and agreements on behalf of Seneca Hill Manor as authorized by the President and CEO of Oswego Health. Establishes, administers, directs, and evaluates organizational policies, internal controls and procedures and ensures their alliance with Oswego Health; makes recommendations and/or participates in decision-making process for the development and implementation of new long-term care programs and systems that will support the mission and vision of Oswego Health. Oversee major workforce and resource decisions for Seneca Hill Manor. Assures the Manor is in compliance with all authorized inspecting and regulatory agencies such as the NYS Department of Health and other regulatory agencies. Other duties as assigned by the President & C.E.O. of Oswego Health.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree required, Masters in Health Care Administration or Business Administration preferred. Current NYS Nursing Home Administrator License required. Minimum of five years administrative and management experience in a long-term care facility.

Job Knowledge: Understand the significance and role of the institution, understanding and setting of goals, realistic scheduling and observance of deadlines, knowledge and understanding of the constituencies and community, integrity, creativity, high standards, persistence, and achievement oriented.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel independently within system and in the community to attend various meetings with other departmental personnel and the public. Ability to work under pressure, irregular hours. Ability to coordinate multiple demands on time.

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL SKILL

Participate in education and industry specific initiatives intended for the advancement of healthcare. With administrative/medical staff endorsement, participate in the assessment, demonstration and facilitation of innovative techniques and equipment. Maintain professional affiliations and enhance professional growth and development by keeping abreast of latest trends in health care administration with an emphasis on long-term care. Direct and supervise quality risk management and resident safety programs as required. Participate in community health education. Maintain effective disaster preparedness programs. Function as the facility HPN Coordinator. Ability to understand financial reports including budgetary guidelines and project expenditures. Oversee maintenance of department records to include resident medical records and all related documents, administrative reports, supply and equipment inventories, budgetary information.

ESSENTIAL SENSORY & INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work under stress, interruptions and tight deadlines. Independent judgment to determine project guidelines, purpose, follow-through and completion. Ability to assign and delegate work, problem solve, answer questions and evaluate results of performance. Ability to communicate, in small and large groups, with residents, visitors, board members, physicians, co-workers, and various business and community representatives.

Pay Range; $145,000-$160,000/annually

Employee salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.

About Oswego Health:
The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a nonprofit healthcare system established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to be Oswego County’s largest private employer. More than 1,300 employees spread throughout its 18 locations, work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 132-bed community Oswego Hospital, a 32-bed psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent retirement community. The health system also operates Oswego Health Home Care, the only hospital-based certified home healthcare agency in the County, as well as two outpatient centers, including the Fulton Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, physical therapy, and occupational health services, and the Central Square Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, and physical therapy services. In addition, the healthcare system includes Oswego Health Medical Practice, a multi-specialty medical group offering the community accessible, high-quality healthcare. 100+ physicians and advanced practice providers offer an extensive array of services across CNY, including primary care and specialty care in the areas of orthopedics, cardiology, ENT, gastroenterology, breast care, general surgery, urology, and bariatrics.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Oswego Health is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related matters, without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), creed, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, marital or familial status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, citizenship status, ancestry, arrest/conviction record, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, relationship or association with a member of a protected category, or any other legally protected characteristic. Decisions affecting your position including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, tuition assistance, leaves of absence, disciplinary action, layoff/recall, and terminations will be made in accordance with this policy.