Clinic Supervisor

Position Title: Clinic Supervisor (MAT) 

Department: Methadone Maintenance  

Reports to: Medical Director of Substance Abuse Disorders 

FLSA Classification: Exempt 

Compensation: $36.00 - $40.00/hourly 

Schedule: Part-Time; 0.6 FTE 

Background: 

In the midst of the Black Power and Civil Rights movements, four Black mothers saw a need in West Oakland and delivered. From their love and commitment Baywell Health started out as The West Oakland Health Council. We quickly became the neighborhood’s anchor for healthcare, health education, food and housing programs, and voter registration.  

Fifty years later, we continue to be the Bay’s home for top-notch healthcare, health education, and other services intended to care for the whole you, and the whole family. Baywell Health, Serving the Bay’s Health, Heart, and Soul. 

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Job Summary: 

Under the direct medical supervision of the Medical Director of Integrated Behavioral Health, the Clinic Supervisor is responsible for the dispensing of Methadone and other related functions to the dispensing of Methadone to persons addicted to opiates. The Clinic Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day functions of the Methadone Maintenace clinic and team.    

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for hiring, scheduling, disciplining and training clinic staff.  

• Measures, dispenses, and observes client’s ingestion of daily dosage of methadone.  

• Verifies patient identification to ensure that correct dosages are administered.  

• Assesses, documents and reports participant’s condition, reaction to medication, treatment, and significant medical condition changes or significant incidents.  

• Assures that dispensing staff reports special incidents following the Council’s special incident reporting procedures.  

• Maintains records of all medication dispensed in accordance with federal and other monitoring agency regulations.  

• Documents in accordance with regulatory requirements to ensure payment for services rendered and to meet contractual and legal requirements.  

• Provides training, orientation, and supervision of dispensing nurses.  

• Supervision for nursing activities and schedules for regular and emergency service.  

• Assists in intake screening of patients.  

• Establishes and maintains medical supply inventories and maintains medical equipment in good operating conditions.  

• Assists in program quality assurance.  

• Maintains schedule for random urinalysis testing.  

• Collects and prepares urine specimens for toxicology testing.  

• May assist in facilitation of out-of-area courtesy dosing.  

• Will be required to carry an after-hours cellular phone and be part of a team required to provide the after-hours phone coverage rotation.  

• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.  

• Participates in staff meetings, staff training and maintains licensure in accordance with state regulations.  

• Will participate in audit activities.  

• Will participate in CQI (Continuous Quality Assurance) activities.  

• May refer patients for ancillary medical services.  

• Maintains a working knowledge of Title 9; Title 22 and other State and County guidelines required. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

• May be assigned cross departmental responsibilities. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Must possess basic computer skills including but not limited to the ability to learn the Addiction Management System (AMS).  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. 

• Must possess a valid driver’s license. 

Education and Experience: 

• Possession of an R.N. License, CPR certification, and one (1) year experience working with patients with substance abuse problems, preferably in a Medication Assisted Treatment Program or possession of a Psych technician or an L.V.N. license, CPR Certification, and two (2) years' experience working with patients with substance abuse problems, preferably in a Methadone Maintenance Program. 

• Past supervisory experience required.    

Mental and Physical Requirements:  

• The pace of Work: High stress, very rapid, and demanding 

• Concentration: Constant 

• Standing and Walking Time Required: At least 20% of the time 

• Sitting and typing: 60% - 70% 

• Environmental and Health Hazards: Frequent exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to a clinic environment. 

• The employee must frequently use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keyboard and talk or hear. 

• The employee must occasionally bend, lift and move up to 25 pounds. 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

• May be required to work in an environment with high noise levels and unpredictable temperature and ventilation.  

The above information on this position has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees designated for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or physical requirements. 

About Our Benefits: 

At Baywell Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day. Our benefits are designed to support both you and your family with a range of options that include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. 

Baywell Health covers 100% of the employee portion for medical, dental, and vision plans, and we also provide full coverage for dependent dental and vision care. For health benefits, we cover a significant portion of dependent costs. 

Additional benefits include: 

• Annual education reimbursement 

• Employee-funded contribution 403b plan, along with an employer-sponsored money-purchase 401a plan  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support 

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays 

Qualifications

Salary : $36 - $40