Health Care Quality Officer

Talentmate; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare facility in Dubai is seeking a Health Care Quality Officer dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of patient care. The role encompasses developing quality improvement strategies, monitoring regulatory compliance, and leading a multidisciplinary team to foster continuous improvement in healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in healthcare quality management or improvement.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and quality standards, including JCAHO.
• Experience with quality improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute quality improvement strategies to enhance patient care services.
• Monitor compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards across departments.
• Organize training programs for staff on quality improvement methodologies and practices.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, or a related field

Job description

The Health Care Quality Officer plays a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of care within a healthcare facility. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring quality assessment and improvement strategies to achieve exemplary patient outcomes. The Health Care Quality Officer will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to promote best practices, comply with healthcare regulations, and advance patient care quality. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in healthcare management and a keen understanding of healthcare operations and regulatory requirements. This role demands excellent analytical skills, a strong commitment to patient care, and leadership abilities to drive quality improvement initiatives throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute quality improvement strategies to enhance patient care services.
• Monitor compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards across departments.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and areas needing improvement.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to implement evidence-based best practices in care delivery.
• Organize training programs for staff on quality improvement methodologies and practices.
• Review and update operational policies to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Facilitate quality assurance activities and prepare regular performance reports for management.
• Act as a liaison between hospital administration and regulatory agencies regarding quality mandates.
• Lead investigations into quality issues and develop corrective action plans as needed.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and patient safety within the healthcare environment.
• Use patient feedback to inform and improve healthcare service delivery processes.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in addressing quality-related challenges and innovations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in healthcare quality management or improvement.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and quality standards, including JCAHO.
• Exceptional analytical abilities to assess complex healthcare data and metrics.
• Proficient communication skills for effective interaction with staff and management.
• Experience with quality improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive change and foster collaboration.