Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator - Supervisor

MCMC; Rockville (MD); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical services organization is seeking a Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator Supervisor to oversee the Quality Assurance Department's workflow. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day operations, ensuring comprehensive compliance with industry standards while maintaining client relationships. This is a full-time, fully remote position that requires at least three years of related experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance industry preferred, specifically claims management.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily workflow of the Quality Assurance Department.
• Coordinate and direct the QA department's daily tasks.
• Monitor work product to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem analysis

Computer literacy

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Rockville, MD Fully Remote Full Time Job Location Remote Type Position Type

$33.00 - $34.00 Hourly None Salary Range Travel Percentage

Description

SUMMARY

The Clinical Quality Assurance Coordinator Supervisor is responsible to oversee the daily workflow of the Quality Assurance Department and provide leadership and direction to ensure operations run as efficiently and effectively as possible. This position is required to have a complete understanding of the duties required below and provide overall direction and support to the Quality Assurance Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate and direct the QA department's daily workflow to ensure all product lines are completed with the highest level of quality in the most effective and efficient manner possible.


• Prioritize and manage the daily workload and ensure the appropriate and equitable distribution of work is maintained in order to achieve goals.


• Monitor work product to ensure clear, concise, evidence-based rationales have been provided in support of all recommendations or determinations and that specific indicators and criteria in accordance with company policy and procedures have been achieved.


• Ensure department compliance of all federal ERISA and state mandates is adhered to at all times.


• Promote effective and efficient utilization of all clinical resources and makes necessary recommendations for improvements to management as needed.


• Ensure all client relationships are maintained and all client specific requirements are met.


• Assist promptly in resolution of any physician and/or customer complaints or quality assurance issues.


• Delegate work as needed and provide backup to all departmental positions as required.


• Provide insight and direction to management on consultant quality, availability and compliance with all company policies and procedures.


• Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures in order to promote and achieve the most efficient operation possible.


• Participate in various educational and or training activities as required.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carrying out all responsibilities in accordance with the company's standards, policies, and all applicable employment laws.


• Managing and monitoringworkflowand providing support, training, and techniques to assist staff in achieving department daily/weekly/monthly goals and standards.


• Encouraging positive morale, maintaining harmony among staff, and resolving grievances when necessary.


• Overseeing the completion and approval of employee timecards and coordinating overtime needs with management and staff as needed.


• Actively participating in the department's staffing requirements including hiring, onboarding, and separating of employees


• In conjunction with management, creating and implementing plan to meet department's goals and metrics based on workload and client needs.


• Communicating change effectively and supporting those affected by change.


• Supervising insubordinate staff when warranted and initiating coaching or corrective actions as required and/or directed by upper management.


• Evaluating staff needs and performance, providing periodic feedback to staff and reporting any performance concerns and/or recommendations growth opportunities to management.


• Actively participating and successfully conducting annual performance evaluations.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required. A minimum of three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Knowledge of the insurance industry, preferably claims management relative to workers' compensation, no-fault, liability, and disability is preferred. Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

No specific requirements.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a working knowledge of medical legal aspects of medical records and health information principles and/or liability.


• Must possess complete knowledge of general computer, fax, copier, scanner, and telephone.


• Must be knowledgeable of multiple software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Internet.


• Must be a qualified typist with a minimum of 40 W.P.M.


• Must demonstrate exceptional communication skills.


• Analyzes problems involving multiple interrelated causes.


• Gathers information and applies complex concepts or methods to generate an effective solution.


• Ability to follow instructions and respond to upper managements' directions accurately.


• Must demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and responsibility for quality of work, and ability to take initiative to identify improvements. Looks 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 take independent actions and calculated risks when needed.


• Must use good judgment and include the appropriate people in the decision-making process.


• 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 and direct 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 25 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.

DISCLAIMER

This Job Description is not an exhaustive list of all functions employees may be required to perform in the described role, and additional functions may be required. This Job Description is applicable to the above position with ExamWorks and/or any of its affiliates (collectively referred to as "ExamWorks"). ExamWorks reserves the right to revise this Job Description at any time with or without notice to employees. Employment with ExamWorks is at-will, and nothing in this Job Description changes that at-will status. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship to ExamWorks.