Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator

MCMC Services, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MCMC Services, LLC is seeking a Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator. This role is crucial for ensuring high-quality peer review case reports while complying with client agreements and regulatory standards. The position offers 100% remote work with a flexible schedule, requiring weekends. Applicants must be an RN or LPN with at least two years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years clinical or related field experience.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry preferred.
• Must be a qualified typist with a minimum of 40 W.P.M.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance review of peer review reports.
• Ensure reports meet quality and compliance standards.
• Assist in resolving quality assurance issues.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy and physiology

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

RN or LPN certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Rockville, MD

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $24.00 - $31.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Description

Ready for a Rewarding Career that Fits Your Lifestyle?

Imagine a job where you can keep your clinical skills sharp, tackle exciting challenges, AND work from the comfort of your own home. Sounds like the perfect mix, right?

MCMC is looking for a self-driven, high-performing Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our dynamic team as a Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator. In this role, you’ll ensure our Peer Review case reports are nothing short of exceptional—delivering top-notch quality and integrity, all while staying fully aligned with client agreements, regulatory standards, and state and federal mandates.

The position is 100% remote with a flexible schedule. Weekends are required.

If you’re ready to make a real impact in healthcare, all while enjoying the flexibility of working remotely, we want to hear from you!

SUMMARY

The Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring case reports are of the highest quality and integrity and in full compliance with client contractual agreements, regulatory agency standards and federal and state mandates. This position is required to handle quality assurance questions and provide support to the Quality Assurance Department.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required. MUST BE AN RN OR LPN. A minimum of two years clinical or related field experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Knowledge of the insurance industry, preferably claims management relative to one or more of the following categories: workers' compensation, no-fault, liability, or disability preferred.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform quality assurance review of peer review reports, correspondences, addendums or supplemental reviews.
• Ensure clear, concise, evidence-based rationales have been provided in support of all recommendations and/or determinations.
• Ensure that all client instructions and specifications have been followed and that all questions have been addressed.
• Ensure each review is supported by clinical citations and references when applicable and verifies that all references cited are current and obtained from reputable medical journals and/or publications.
• Ensure the content, format, and professional appearance of the reports are of the highest quality and in compliance with company standards.
• Ensure the appropriate board specialty has reviewed the case in compliance with client specifications or state mandates and is documented accurately on the case report.
• Verify that the peer reviewer has attested to only the facts and that no evidence of reviewer conflict of interest exists.
• Ensure the provider credentials and signature are adhered to the final report.
• Identify any inconsistencies within the report and contacts the Peer Reviewer to obtain clarification, modification or correction as needed.
• Assist in resolution of client complaints and quality assurance issues as needed.
• Ensure all federal ERISA and state mandates are adhered to at all times.
• Provide insight and direction to management on consultant quality, availability and compliance with all company policies and procedures and client specifications.
• Promote effective and efficient utilization of company resources.
• Participate in various educational and or training activities as required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required. A minimum of two years clinical or related field experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Knowledge of the insurance industry, preferably claims management relative to one or more of the following categories: workers' compensation, no-fault, liability, or disability preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

No specific requirements.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medications and laboratory values.
• Must be a qualified typist with a minimum of 40 W.P.M
• Must have a full understanding of HIPAA regulations and compliance.
• Must be able to operate a general computer, fax, copier, scanner, and telephone.
• Must be knowledgeable of multiple software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and the Internet.
• Must demonstrate exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and respond to upper managements’ directions accurately.
• Must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Look for ways to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.
• Must be able to work independently, prioritize work activities and use time efficiently.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to demonstrate and promote a positive team -oriented environment.
• Must be able to stay focused and concentrate under normal or heavy distractions.
• Must be able to work well under pressure and or stressful conditions.
• Must possess the ability to manage change, delays, or unexpected events appropriately.
• Ability to follow all company policies and procedures in effect at time of hire and as they may change or be added from time to time.

LANGUAGE/COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common correspondence, medical records, and legal contracts and documents.
• Ability to write clearly and informatively to all required audiences and edit own work for appropriate spelling and grammar.
• Ability to respond appropriately and professionally to all inquiries or complaints from customers, physicians, regulatory agencies, and/or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information one-on-one or in small groups.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position generally consists of:

• Ability to work at a desk or similar office-type furnishings up to 8 hours a day or longer as required by business needs.
• Ability to operate a computer up to 4 hours at a time.
• Ability to travel to different floors of the office or other locations.
• Ability to move throughout the office.
• Occasionally lifting and/or carrying up to 10 lbs.
• Occasionally pushing/pulling up to 10 lbs.
• Occasionally subject to bending, squatting or twisting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Extended hours are occasionally required beyond the regular eight (8) hour work day.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

MCMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to protected veteran status, qualified individuals with disabilities and all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans