Quality Improvement Coordinator I

Children's Hospital Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 73,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Children's Hospital Los Angeles is seeking a Quality Improvement Coordinator I to lead quality and performance improvement initiatives across core clinical processes. This role collaborates with managers and physicians to identify and address clinical issues, delivering measurable quality and safety outcomes.

You will support dashboard development, audit tools, and present findings to Medical Staff Committees and Board subcommittees.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related work experience.
• Experience working with physicians and other health care professionals.
• Bachelor's degree in health care or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Laboratory Technician or Certified Laboratory Specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality/improvement initiatives impacting core clinical processes and patient care functions.
• Collaborate with managers and physicians to identify and enhance clinical issues.
• Support Quality Improvement projects and the department's benchmarking efforts.
• Develop audit tools and support the Quality and Safety Dashboard.
• Present to Medical Staff Committees, boards subcommittees, and Patient Care Services Committees.
• Coordinate data management and practice engagement across ambulatory clinics.

Skills

Data analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Hospital experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in health care or related field

Master's degree preferred

Certified Laboratory Technician

Job description

Quality Improvement Coordinator I

Locations:

Los Angeles, California

Job Category:

Professional

Position Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

Days

Job Description

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children's Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview

This is 100% remote position. CHLA requires a primary residence in California prior to start date. Will require on-site visits for monthly meetings and/or as needed by the department needs.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: the Quality Improvement Coordinator I is responsible for leading quality /performance improvement initiatives impacting core clinical processes and patient care functions. Works collaboratively with managers and physicians to identify and enhance clinical issues that produce quantitative and qualitative results for internal and external customers. Performance outcome deliverables include quality, safety, and process improvement. Provides support for Quality Improvement's quality and safety projects and initiatives and supports the hospital's benchmarking efforts. Performs day-to-day Quality Improvement activities by hospital policy and procedures, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. Supports the Quality and Safety Dashboard and develops audit tools. Presents to various groups such as Medical Staff Committees, subcommittees of the Board of Trustees, and Patient Care Services Committees.

Supports quality improvement initiatives across CHLA ambulatory clinics and Care Network community-based pediatric primary care practices through project coordination, data management, and practice engagement. This role is ideal for someone looking to build experience in ambulatory quality improvement, population health, and practice transformation.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

2+ years of related work experience. Combination of work experience in a hospital and data analysis experience. Experience working with physicians and other health care professionals.

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in health care or related field required. Master's Degree preferred. Certified Laboratory Technician or Certified Laboratory Specialist preferred.

Pay Scale Information

$72,862.40-$97,136.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Children's Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.