Regional Quality Lead

CINQCARE; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Comprehensive Medical Plan

Dental & Vision Coverage

Employer-Paid Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

CME Allowance for APPs

Commuter Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Grace at Home in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Regional Quality Lead to own market-level quality performance across HEDIS, Medicare STARs, ACO, and MSSP programs. You will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure regulatory compliance, outcomes, and value-based care performance across markets.

You will drive measurable improvements through data-driven decisions while collaborating with clinical leadership, operations, and analytics, reporting to regional and national leadership with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, nursing, healthcare administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred (MPH/MSN/MHA/MBA) in a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in healthcare quality or value-based care.
• 3+ years leading regional or multi-market quality programs.
• Expertise with HEDIS, Medicare STARs, ACO, MSSP performance.
• Proven track record owning market performance and delivering quality improvements.
• Advanced knowledge of HEDIS, CMS STARs, ACO, MSSP measure specs.
• Proficiency with quality reporting systems, EHRs, and analytics dashboards.
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint, Word skills.
• Strategic thinker with market ownership mindset.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communicator with executive-level presentation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and lead change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Own Market Quality Strategy & Performance across HEDIS, STARs, ACO, MSSP.
• Lead regional quality outcomes and align with payer requirements.
• Develop and execute market-specific quality strategies.
• Establish performance targets and ensure delivery against objectives.
• Analyze quality data to identify gaps and risks; design corrective actions.
• Monitor performance and adjust strategies for continuous improvement.
• Partner with clinical leadership, care management, operations, analytics.
• Translate regulatory requirements into actionable workflows.
• Align quality initiatives with value-based contracting and financial goals.
• Prepare and present performance reports to regional and national leadership.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Executive communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health, nursing, healthcare administration, or related field

Master's degree (MPH, MSN, MHA, MBA) preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Analytics dashboards

Quality reporting tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Join Grace at Home?

Grace at Home is a provider-led, community-based health and care partner dedicated to improving the health and well-being of those who need care the most, with a deep commitment to high-needs, urban and rural communities. Our local physicians, nurses, and caregivers work together to serve people and the communities they live in, beyond just treating symptoms. We remove barriers by delivering personalized care as close to home as possible, often in-home, because we know a deep understanding of our patient’s race, culture, and environment is critical to delivering improved health outcomes. By empowering patients, providers, and caregivers with the support they need, we strive to make health and care a reality—not a burden—every single day. Join us in creating a better way to care.

Why Join Grace at Home?

Grace at Home is a provider-led, community-based health and care partner dedicated to improving the health and well-being of those who need care the most, with a deep commitment to high-needs, urban and rural communities. Our local physicians, nurses, and caregivers work together to serve people and the communities they live in, beyond just treating symptoms. We remove barriers by delivering personalized care as close to home as possible, often in-home, because we know a deep understanding of our patient’s race, culture, and environment is critical to delivering improved health outcomes. By empowering patients, providers, and caregivers with the support they need, we strive to make health and care a reality—not a burden—every single day. Join us in creating a better way to care.

Overview

The Regional Quality Lead is accountable for owning market-level quality performance and strategy across HEDIS, Medicare STARs, ACO, and MSSP programs. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure regulatory compliance, optimal quality outcomes, and sustained value-based care performance across assigned markets, products, and payers. The Regional Quality Lead drives measurable improvements in patient outcomes and shared savings results through data-driven decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and disciplined execution while serving as the primary market authority for overall quality strategy, performance oversight, and continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Own Market Quality Strategy & Performance
• Serve as the accountable leader for regional quality outcomes across HEDIS, Medicare STARs, ACO, and MSSP measures.
• Develop and execute comprehensive, market-specific quality strategies aligned with organizational priorities and payer requirements.
• Establish performance targets and ensure delivery against quality and shared savings objectives.

Drive Data-Informed Improvement

• Analyze quality performance data to identify care gaps, trends, and risk areas.
• Design and implement corrective action plans to improve measure performance and outcomes.
• Monitor performance regularly and adjust strategies to ensure continuous improvement.

Lead Cross-Functional Execution

• Partners with clinical leadership, care management, operations, analytics, and provider groups to drive measure compliance.
• Translate regulatory requirements and measure specifications into actionable operational workflows.
• Align quality initiatives with value-based contracting and financial performance goals.

Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Reporting Excellence

• Oversee preparation, validation, and submission of quality reporting to CMS, NCQA, payers, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation, contractual, and compliance standards.
• Coordinate chart reviews, medical record retrieval, audit readiness, and validation processes.
• Monitor changes in quality programs and proactively adapt regional strategy.

Executive Reporting & Market Accountability

• Prepare and present performance reports, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to regional and national leadership.
• Communicate progress, barriers, and mitigation plans with clarity and executive presence.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in public health, nursing, healthcare administration, or related field required; Master’s degree (MPH, MSN, MHA, MBA) preferred.
• Preferred certifications include CPHQ, Lean Six Sigma (or equivalent quality improvement certification), and RN credentials.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in healthcare quality, population health, or value-based care.
• 3+ years leading regional or multi-market quality programs.
• Demonstrated expertise managing HEDIS, Medicare STARs, ACO, and MSSP performance.
• Proven track record of owning market performance and delivering measurable quality improvements.
• Advanced knowledge of HEDIS, CMS STARs, ACO, and MSSP measure specifications.
• Proficiency with quality reporting systems, EHR platforms, and analytics dashboards.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strategic thinker with strong market ownership mindset.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communicator with executive-level presentation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and lead change initiatives.

The working environment and physical requirements of the job include:

In-office work is performed indoors in a traditional office setting with air conditioning, artificial light, and an open workspace.

In this position you will need to communicate with customers, vendors, management, and other co-workers in person and over devices, sometimes with people who are agitated. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods is common. Must be able to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. Lifting of up to 10 lbs. occasionally may be required. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines. Good reasoning ability is important. Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.

Travel may be required for team meetings on a quarterly basis or in-market meetings as-needed.

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Grace at Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please indicate this in your application or speak with your recruiter during the hiring process.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.

Our Benefits

Financial Well-being

• Competitive Compensation:We offer competitive salaries to attract and retain the best talent.
• 401(k) with Employer Match:Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and a generous 4% employer match.

Health and Wellness

• Comprehensive Medical Plan: We proudly offer a comprehensive medical option with an employer contribution.
• Dental & Vision Coverage: Maintain your oral and eye health with our employer-paid dental and vision plans via MetLife.
• Employer-Paid Insurance: Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance are provided at no cost to you.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy ample time off for rest and rejuvenation with generous PTO, holidays, and wellness time.

Additional Perks

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) Allowance for APPs: Stay at the forefront of your field with our CME allowance.
• Commuter Benefits: Save on your commute with our commuter benefits program.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Get reimbursed for work-related travel expenses.