Quality Improvement & Outcomes Lead – Rehab

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,944 - 83,978; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Maryland is seeking a Quality Improvement & Outcomes Coordinator. The role involves managing quality reporting and outcomes for rehabilitation patients, coordinating departmental improvement activities, and ensuring data integrity. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant bachelor's degree and current Maryland licensure, with knowledge of IRF-PAI and quality improvement practices. This position offers competitive pay rates, and participation in patient safety initiatives is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Current healthcare licensure in the State of Maryland is mandatory.
• Preferred certification as a CRRN for nursing candidates.
• Knowledge of IRF-PAI and accreditation standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate quality reporting and outcomes management.
• Develop and implement quality improvement activities.
• Analyze patient outcomes against benchmarks.
• Facilitate quality improvement projects for continuous improvements.

Skills

Knowledge of quality improvement and risk management

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to learn facilitation of clinical quality improvement

Ability to assess utilization and quality management problems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology

Current healthcare licensure in the State of Maryland

CRRN preferred for nursing candidates

Knowledge of IRF-PAI

Knowledge of The Joint Commission and CARF standards

Job description

A major healthcare provider in Maryland is seeking a Quality Improvement & Outcomes Coordinator. The role involves managing quality reporting and outcomes for rehabilitation patients, coordinating departmental improvement activities, and ensuring data integrity. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant bachelor's degree and current Maryland licensure, with knowledge of IRF-PAI and quality improvement practices. This position offers competitive pay rates, and participation in patient safety initiatives is essential.