Quality Improvement Specialist - Perioperative Services - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Quality Improvement Specialist to coordinate Q/PI activities across clinical and nonclinical data, and to report for physicians and external agencies as needed.

The role abstracts data, prepares submissions for Clinical Databases, builds meaningful analyses, and presents results to stakeholders. It requires a healthcare background and strong data skills, with Joint Commission compliance knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of work experience in a healthcare environment with chart abstraction and analysis.
• Experience with performance improvement processes and tools.
• Ability to facilitate and lead interdisciplinary groups and present data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Q/PI activities and report for clinical and nonclinical data.
• Abstract information and coordinate submissions for Clinical Databases.
• Develop and maintain Scorecard, Premier online applications and other databases.
• Represent Quality/PI on committees and improvement teams.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission Performance Improvement standards.

Skills

Chart abstraction

Data analysis

Performance improvement

Interdisciplinary facilitation

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associates Degree

Tools

None

Job description

The Quality Improvement Specialist coordinates Q/PI activities and reports for clinical and nonclinical data, physician related activities, and external agencies as appropriate.

This job abstracts information and prepares and coordinates others who submit information for Clinical Databases, creates meaningful data and analyses utilizing external and internal databases, including ability to use report writers as appropriate, and displays data in a manner others can understand.

This position manages organizational data including data entry and import, reports and development of the Scorecard, Premier on-line applications, and other databases, represents Quality/PI on committees and improvement teams and ensures compliance with The Joint Commission Performance Improvement chapter.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: CCS, HACP, CQIA, LPN Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: CCS, HACP, CQIA, LPN Experience REQUIRED: Minimum 2 years of work experience in a healthcare environment with experience in the following areas: Chart abstraction and analysis Clinical processes and/or other diagnostic and interventional treatment Performance improvement processes and tools Facilitating and/or leading interdisciplinary groups Collecting, organizing and analyzing data Developing and making presentations Previous experience using a personal computer and software application to include the Internet, e-mail, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and graphics Experience PREFERRED 5+ years in coding, data interaction, quality, process improvement Education/training REQUIRED: Minimum of a high school diploma with applicable certification(s). Education/training PREFERRED: Associates Degree Independent action(s) required: Think independently, organize, plan and make decisions. Communicate effectively which includes verbal, nonverbal, as well as listening skills. Consistently function as a role model and maintain positive interactions with all customers, colleagues, supervisors, and team members. Actively engage in professional activities. Interpret standards and regulations related to their area of focus. Demonstrate aptitude for compliance with VCUHS policies, procedures, and customer service philosophy. Analysis and critical thinking with data. Guidance to staff regarding data, analysis, and interpretation. Collaborate with others to achieve goals. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Age Specific groups served: Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Range

$19.87 - $30.79

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Days

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