Clinical Specialist II

Position Summary Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute West Region Job Title: Clinical Specialist II Full-Time Office Hours - Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Department: Orthopedics Location: This position will travel to different sites in the Tampa Bay area. Job Summary: Collects accurate data from optical imaging and the actual patient record, to provide valid and reliable patient information in accordance with the published standards. **The Clinical Specialist supports the onboarding, education, competency development, and ongoing success of clinical team members throughout the Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. This position partners clinical leadership, supervisors, providers, and team members to promote safe, efficient, and consistent orthopedic care. Clinical Specialists maintain a regular presence within assigned clinics, provide hands-on coaching, monitor employee progress, and help strengthen clinical workflows. Depending on experience, competency, and scope of responsibility, candidates may be considered for either the Clinical Specialist I or Clinical Specialist II level** Why is Orlando Health your best place to work? ✅ Education & Career Growth – Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs. ✅ Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs. ✅ Financial & Retirement – Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions. ✅ Work-Life Balance – Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options. ✅ Family & Pet Support – Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance. Qualifications Essential Functions • Reviews, abstracts and analyzes clinical data for various information systems as assigned. • Maintains current edition of guidelines for relevant data collection systems • Utilizes critical thinking, problem-solving and process improvement concepts to create an efficient work environment. • Analyzes clinical data for opportunity identification and communication of those concerns to the respective source for process improvement, to facilitate the decision making process, and for the reporting of outcomes. • Ability to use statistical techniques for data analysis. • Collection of concurrent and accurate data in accordance with the Clinical Practice Improvement department guidelines. • Analyzes complex reports for regulatory agencies and internal purposes in a timely and accurate manner. • Maintains an intermediate level of knowledge regarding anatomy, physiology and medical terminology. • Demonstrates responsibility for effective time management in order to achieve goals. • Demonstrates ability to reprioritize in order to complete assignments as directed with ability to work independently under general supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment. • Cross trained to assist with various systems as necessary. • Trains new team members on a variety of systems to ensure compliance, data integrity, and prevent breaches of protected health information (PHI). • Functions as a resource to Orlando Health in the area of healthcare regulations, standards of care, and clinical performance improvement. • Works collaboratively with Clinical Practice Improvement personnel, HIM, various Clinical Nurse Specialists, Unit Based Educators, and Information Systems staff as appropriate. • Maintains comprehensive knowledge of quality improvement philosophy, methodologies, and applications as appropriate. • Thorough understanding of The Joint Commission standards related to Quality Improvement • Assist in documentation for The Joint Commission accreditation and other regulatory bodies as assigned. • Maintains clinical information accuracy rate in accordance with the published standards including quarterly testing for data integrity (must maintain accuracy of 95% or greater). • Informs direct report of quality issues/concerns. • Demonstrates excellent communication skills with all team members • Provides feedback to direct report regarding accuracy and usefulness of data collection systems as requested. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • Assumes and maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, educational programs and professional affiliation. • Maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards. • Demonstrates knowledge of medical record policies, procedures and confidentiality guidelines. • Maintains and follows established departmental policies, procedures and objectives. Education/Training • Associate’s degree in Nursing or other Health Care degree or 8 years of Healthcare experience in lieu of degree. Licensure/Certification Maintain current Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida or maintain other Health Care license and/or certification and/or degree. Experience • Two (2) years clinical experience. • Intermediate computer skills required with additional knowledge of MS Word and Excel.