Patient Services Manager/CDM

Come elevate your career with our company that has won the #1 "Best places to work by Modern Healthcare!" Forefront Healthcare is looking for an enthusiastic Manager to join our team. We have an exciting opportunity for a Patient Services Manager at a skilled nursing senior living community in Traverse City, MI.WE OFFER AMAZING BENEFITS!  PTO, Vacation time, Holidays, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and much more!Check out our website: https://forefronthealthcare.com/Summary/ObjectiveThe Patient Services Manager is responsible for the innovative development of all healthcare, wellness, menu systems, recipes, and related product development and promotions within the existing brand. He/she will ensure compliance with all culinary standards in the healthcare facility dining operations across business lines.The Patient Services Manager provides overall planning for, direction to, and control of menus and recipe compliance to achieve operating goals, and enhanced food quality and presentation.Responsibilities will include daily meal service, exceeding sanitation standards, operational outcomes, and building relationships with current and future healthcare personnel. Will actively participate in the interdisciplinary team, QAPI, PAR Committee, and Resident Council meetings. He/she will assist in the processing of research data, quality assurance, development of the plan of correction, (including sourcing materials), and development and execution of all culinary training programs and materials.The Patient Services Healthcare Manager will act as the expert for all healthcare services and make recommendations for our healthcare operational strategy. Additionally, he/she will monitor, research, and report on all activities, and be responsible for providing leadership in strategic planning, development, and execution of food service operations, culinary support, and consumer food insights to assigned brands and/or corporate clients and incorporating experience from previous assignments to lead and inspire all aspects of culinary talent.Through regular contact, active listening, and timely addressing of any issues, concerns or problems, he/she will establish and maintain effective communication with the Registered Dietitians, the leadership of the dining services, and the healthcare department.This person will be charged with developing excellent working relationships within the department, and providing effective training, leadership, and management with all facility staff as he/she understands that the achievement of goals and high standards must be a joint effort in our complex and demanding business environment.Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)None at this time (Subject to change)AAP/EEO StatementForefront Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.