Quality Improvement Coordinator

LaSalle Medical Associates IPA; San Bernardino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSalle Medical Associates IPA is seeking a Quality Improvement (QI) Coordinator to support the Quality Improvement department with administrative, analytical, and operational tasks that advance compliance, quality outcomes, and performance improvement initiatives.

You will help collect data, produce reports, coordinate projects, and facilitate interdepartmental communication to align with regulatory, accreditation, and internal standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Healthcare administration or quality improvement coursework preferred.
• General office experience; proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience in healthcare, managed care, utilization management, or quality improvement preferred.
• Typing 40 words per minute with accuracy; Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection and reporting for quality initiatives.
• Coordinate quality improvement projects and activities.
• Support interdepartmental communication to align with regulatory and internal standards.
• Maintain documentation and ensure regulatory compliance within the Quality Improvement program.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Office equipment knowledge

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Healthcare administration coursework

Quality improvement coursework

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Quality Improvement (QI) Coordinator supports the Quality Improvement department by performing administrative, analytical, and operational tasks that contribute to organizational compliance, quality outcomes, and performance improvement initiatives. This role assists with data collection, reporting, project coordination, QI activities, and interdepartmental communication to ensure alignment with regulatory, accreditation, and internal performance standards.

Requirements

MINIMUM & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training

Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred: Coursework or certification in healthcare administration, quality improvement, or related field.

Experience

Minimum: General office or administrative experience. Computer proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint).

Preferred: Experience in healthcare, managed care (HMO), utilization management, or quality improvement. Experience supporting projects or data tracking.

Any combination of educational and work experience that would be equivalent to the stated minimum requirements would qualify for consideration of this position.

Certification(s)

Typing proficiency at 40 words per minute (with accuracy).

QI-related certifications (e.g. Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt) are preferred but not required.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Knowledge of office equipment (fax, printer, coper, scanners, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical, mental, and environmental demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This role primarily involves computer-based work, with sitting required for most of the workday. Light physical activity is occasionally needed, including standing, walking, and lifting items up to 20 pounds. The position also requires routine mobility tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, and climbing stairs multiple times per day. Work is performed in a typical office environment with moderate noise levels. The role requires strong focus, the ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality and attention to detail.

PAY RANGE

$26.00 - $29.00 / hourly