Quality Officer

Czech Rehabilitation Hospital; Al Ain; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Al Ain is seeking a Quality Officer to oversee quality management systems and ensure compliance with both local and international standards. The role includes coordinating quality improvement initiatives, educating staff, and monitoring patient care outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a clinical background with at least 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare setting. Strong English communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred with clinical background.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a clinical setting.
• Experience in Healthcare Audits and Data Validation.
• Strong command of English language, oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain productive working relationships with team members.
• Assist in providing high-quality patient care.
• Ensure staff awareness of quality systems through education.
• Participate in clinical teaching for new staff.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Manage hazardous waste in accordance with regulations.
• Monitor functional improvement initiatives.

Skills

Continuous quality improvement planning

Communication skills

Knowledge of Accreditation

Data validation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Quality Officer is responsible for the efficient and effective coordination and implementation of quality management systems and EHS/OSH related improvement activities. In addition, the position holder is responsible in understanding, formulating and producing statistical data in terms of the healthcare facility’s Key Performance Indicators.

Responsibilities

• Quality Improvement: Plan, implement, and coordinate continuous quality improvement initiatives. Measure and monitor outcomes to drive improvements.
• Team Collaboration: Maintain productive working relationships with team members. Act as a resource for staff seeking to implement quality improvement activities.
• Patient Care: Assist in providing high-quality patient care aimed at improving health outcomes. Encourage staff to review and improve work practices.
• Education And Compliance: Ensure staff awareness of quality systems and internal procedures through education sessions. Conduct training on fire, evacuation, and disaster procedures.
• Clinical Teaching: Participate in clinical teaching and oversee learning experiences for new and less experienced staff.
• Accreditation Standards: Ensure compliance with local and international standards and accreditation bodies. Coordinate with departments to meet environment of care standards.
• Strategic Implementation: Apply strategies from the organization's strategic plan within the department. Manage controlled documentation and asset implementation related to quality and EHS management.
• Occupational Health And Safety: Actively promote and participate in occupational health, safety, and welfare programs. Instruct safety education and develop training curricula to ensure staff readiness.
• Hazardous Waste Management: Oversee the hazardous waste management program in accordance with government regulations.
• Functional Improvement Monitoring: Monitor and proctor functional improvement initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent preferred with clinical background.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a clinical setting, with experience in Healthcare Audits and Data Validation.
• Skills: An understanding of continuous quality improvement planning; Knowledge of Accreditation; Demonstrates strong interaction and communication skills; Strong command of English language, oral and written.
• Certifications: Certification in Healthcare Quality, or a related area is an advantage.