Quality Improvement Analyst

Henderson Hospital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Lakeside Behavioral Health System in Memphis seeks a dedicated Quality and Performance Improvement professional to coordinate the overall QA functions. You will collect data, prepare reports, analyze trends, and support the Quality Committee to drive regulatory compliance.

You will investigate incidents, document findings, and perform monthly chart audits to ensure standards are met. The role requires collaboration with clinical and administrative teams and acting as a knowledgeable contact

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field; solid clinical knowledge for reading medical records.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance guidelines, especially State, licensing or regulatory agencies.
• Understanding of Quality and Performance Improvement standards and programs.
• Proficiency in various computer programs including Microsoft Office, EMRs, and other databases.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the overall Quality and Performance Improvement functions.
• Collect information, prepares reports, and analyzes QA data.
• Facilitate the Quality Committee.
• Perform investigations and report incidents timely as required.
• Maintain documentation of investigations and reports.
• Perform monthly chart audits to ensure regulatory and organizational standards are maintained.
• Serve as a knowledgeable point of contact during absences of the Director of Regulatory Compliance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

EMRs

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field

Tools

EMRs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Lakeside Behavioral Health System provides an excellent opportunity for those seeking to be part of a team-oriented and compassionate organization. Our staff tell us that our team is their number one reason for working at Lakeside and we offer competitive compensation, excellent comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Since 1969, Lakeside has been the premier provider of specialized behavioral health and addictive disease services in the Memphis and Mid-South region. The 365-bed facility is one of the largest free-standing psychiatric hospitals in the United States. We are located on a serene 37-acre campus in northeast Shelby County, serving as the setting for the treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors. Lakeside's comprehensive programs treat disorders such as bipolar disorder, psychological trauma, depression and anxiety, mental illness and addictive disease disorders such as alcoholism, drug addiction and substance abuse.

Job Description

Assists in the coordination of the overall Quality and Performance Improvement functions. Collects information, prepares reports, and analyzes Quality and PI data. Facilitates the Quality Committee. Performs investigations and reports incidents timely as required. Maintains documentation of investigations and reports. Performs monthly chart audits to ensure regulatory and organizational standards are maintained. Serves as a knowledgeable point of contact during absences of the Director of Regulatory Compliance.

This opportunity provides the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401k with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

About Universal Health Services (UHS)

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field required. Solid clinical knowledge required for reading and analyzing medical records. Knowledge of regulatory and compliance guidelines, especially State, TJC, insurance providers, and other licensing or regulatory agencies. Understanding of Quality and Performance Improvement standards and programs. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor during audits, meetings, and while hosting outside agencies. Ability to maintain confidential information regarding patients, investigations, and other sensitive topics. Proficiency in various computer programs including Microsoft Office, EMRs, and other databases.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.