Quality Improvement-Consultant

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Indiana is seeking a Quality Improvement Consultant to enhance clinical quality and patient safety. This full-time position involves developing and executing initiatives, leading performance improvement projects, and conducting training for staff. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patient care and organizational excellence.

Benefits

401(K) retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program incentives

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in quality improvement or healthcare performance management.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute CQI initiatives targeted at improving clinical quality and patient safety.
• Lead and facilitate performance improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies.
• Conduct training sessions for staff and physicians on performance improvement tools.

Skills

Quality Improvement

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Clinical Healthcare or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

NCQA IDSS/ISS Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Quality Improvement-Consultant
Location: Methodist Hospital
Department: Cardiology Service Line - System
Position Status: Full-Time

Position Overview:
The Consultant in Quality Improvement develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities for designated patient populations. Working independently, the consultant leads specific work groups and performs ongoing analysis of gaps in clinical care and barriers to optimal outcomes, aligning interventions with the organization’s strategic goals. The role facilitates the organization’s performance improvement processes in collaboration with project team leaders and conducts training and educational programs for staff and physicians in performance improvement methodologies, data analysis, work simplification, and related subjects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute CQI initiatives targeted at improving clinical quality and patient safety.
• Perform detailed analysis of care gaps and barriers, recommending actionable solutions.
• Lead and facilitate performance improvement projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies.
• Conduct training sessions for staff and physicians on performance improvement tools, data analysis, and work processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of quality initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s degree in clinical healthcare or business preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) preferred.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) certification preferred.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in quality improvement or healthcare performance management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of data entry systems such as NCQA IDSS/ISS tools, electronic health records, HEDIS software, or supplemental databases preferred.
• Occasional local travel required; no overnight travel.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

If you'd like to learn more about our benefits, please view our benefits website:careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

Join Us:
If you are a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for quality and performance improvement, this opportunity at Methodist Hospital offers you the platform to make a meaningful impact on patient care and organizational excellence.