Senior Clinical Quality Measure Developer

The American Institutes for Research; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Senior Clinical Quality Measure Developer to enhance patient-centered care through research and evaluation. This role involves designing electronic clinical quality measures and mentoring junior staff. The position allows for flexible remote work within the U.S.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in health or nursing informatics.
• Experience in contract research environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and testing of electronic clinical quality measures.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to diverse audiences.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

FHIR

CQL

QDM

MAT

Bonnie

MADiE

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AIR is seeking a Senior Clinical Quality Measure Developer to join AIR’s Learning, Translation, and Quality Measurement Program. We focus on advancing equitable, high-quality, affordable, patient-centered care through research, evaluation, and technical assistance, emphasizing what matters most to patients, families, clinicians, and the healthcare community.

Our work includes quality measurement to ensure safe, equitable care; translating research evidence to promote best practices; and engaging various stakeholders in healthcare improvement.

This position offers the flexibility to work remotely within the United States, excluding U.S. territories.

About AIR :

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to behavioral and social science research and technical assistance across education, health, workforce, human services, and international development sectors to foster equity and innovation.

We value diversity deeply, integrating it into our strategy and operations, recognizing the importance of varied perspectives and backgrounds to drive innovation and engagement. Learn more about AIR’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff.

Responsibilities

1. Lead the design, development, and testing of electronic clinical quality measures using CQL, QDM, and FHIR.
2. Define user requirements, design test plans, and develop testing strategies for digital quality measurement projects.
3. Lead research teams focused on quality measure development.
4. Facilitate meetings with project teams and clients.
5. Prepare technical reports and manuscripts that clearly communicate research findings to diverse audiences.
6. Provide strategic and technical expertise in digital quality health and clinical informatics to support business and research growth.
7. Mentor junior staff, sharing problem-solving approaches and providing feedback.
8. Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders, representing AIR professionally.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of experience in health or nursing informatics, electronic clinical quality measurement, or related fields.
2. Experience in contract research environments or similar projects.
3. Proficiency with FHIR, CQL, or QDM.
4. Experience with eCQM tools like MAT, Bonnie, MADiE, and others.
5. Background in developing and testing electronic clinical quality measures.
6. Knowledge of clinical workflows and EHR systems.
7. Ability to interpret clinical and technical measure requirements with clinicians and researchers.
8. Understanding of CBE requirements and rule-making processes.

Skills

1. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in virtual settings.
2. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
3. Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
4. Capability to work independently and in teams to analyze and report research findings.
5. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
6. Mentoring and leadership abilities in quality measurement lifecycle.
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
8. Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.