Regulatory Affairs Operations Manager

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Harborview Medical Center, part of UW Medicine, seeks a Clinical Program Operations Manager of Regulatory Affairs to lead hospital-wide regulatory and accreditation programs. You will partner with content experts to ensure compliance with federal and state standards and prepare for surveys and investigations.

The role requires a BA/BS in Nursing or equivalent with 6–8+ years of clinical experience, inpatient or critical care exposure, and a track record of implementing corrective action plans

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Nursing or equivalent field; 6-8+ years of clinical experience.
• Experience in inpatient acute or critical care settings.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all regulatory & accrediting body program objectives and requirements are achieved.
• Proactively leads hospital-wide preparation for regulatory body surveys and investigations, ensuring continuous preparedness.
• Facilitates regulatory body surveys and investigations.
• Develops corrective action plans for deficiencies cited during surveys and investigations, and devises measures of success for ongoing future compliance.
• Monitors and audits hospital-wide performance on all regulatory and accrediting body requirements at the federal and state level.
• Develops tools for conducting individual audits, tracers and assessment surveys throughout HMC, with emphasis on pertinent healthcare regulations and standards. Provides executive and operational leadership with real time feedback on elements of performance.
• Consults on and assists with interpreting regulatory standards.
• Develops projects related to process improvement and regulatory requirements throughout HMC, by collaboratively working with senior leadership, upper-management and staff to facilitate their training, deployment, implementation and evaluation.
• Collaborates with stakeholders and data system owners in order to ensure quality timeliness of reports, benchmarks, and measures.

Job description

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center Quality Assurance has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Program Operations Manager of Regulatory Affairs.

Work Schedule

• 100% FTE
• 100% Onsite

Position Highlights

This position serves as an expert resource and partner for content experts throughout the organization on accreditation, hospital licensure, department of health requirements and a variety of other pertinent healthcare regulations and standards.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Ensures all regulatory & accrediting body program objectives and requirements are achieved.
• Proactively leads hospital-wide preparation for regulatory body surveys and investigations, ensuring continuous preparedness.
• Facilitates regulatory body surveys and investigations.
• Develops corrective action plans for deficiencies cited during surveys and investigations, and devises measures of success for ongoing future compliance.
• Monitors and audits hospital-wide performance on all regulatory and accrediting body requirements at the federal and state level.
• Develops tools for conducting individual audits, tracers and assessment surveys throughout HMC, with emphasis on pertinent healthcare regulations and standards. Provides executive and operational leadership with real time feedback on elements of performance.
• Consults on and assists with interpreting regulatory standards.
• Develops projects related to process improvement and regulatory requirements throughout HMC, by collaboratively working with senior leadership, upper-management and staff to facilitate their training, deployment, implementation and evaluation.
• Collaborates with stakeholders and data system owners in order to ensure quality timeliness of reports, benchmarks, and measures.

Required Qualifications

• BA or BS in Nursing or equivalent field, with 6-8+ years of clinical experience
• Experience in inpatient acute or critical care settings
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

About UW Medicine – Where Your Impact Goes Further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

About Harborview Medical Center

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$120,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$174,000.00 annual

Benefits

Other Compensation: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.