SR CLINICAL ANALYST - QUALITY (HYBRID)

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401K with match

Student loan refinancing program

Job summary

GW Hospital is seeking a Senior Clinical Analyst – Quality Assurance to advance patient safety, clinical effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. The role analyzes healthcare data, monitors quality indicators, and partners with multidisciplinary teams to implement process improvements.

Responsibilities include developing dashboards, supporting accreditation efforts, and leading root-cause analyses to drive performance improvements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing is required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Epic, SQL, Tableau, Excel is preferred.
• CPHQ or Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze clinical and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain quality dashboards and reports for hospital leadership.
• Support accreditation and regulatory compliance initiatives, adhering to standards such as TJC, CMS and state regulations.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to develop evidence-based protocols and performance improvement projects.
• Lead root cause analyses and provide insights to enhance patient safety programs.
• Utilize statistical tools and data visualization to present findings effectively.
• Assist with integrating Lean and Six Sigma into hospital processes.

Skills

Epic

SQL

Tableau

Excel

Statistical analysis

CPHQ

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Healthcare Administration

Public Health

Master’s degree

Job description

Responsibilities

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2023-2024 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as aBest Regional Hospital. GW ranks 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.
GW Hospital achieved “High Performing” status in two specialty areas, Neurologyand Neuroscience.
In addition, GW Hospital receiving “High Performing” designations for the following 10 procedures: COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostrate Cander Surgery and Stroke.
Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, \"High Performing\" is a designation U.S. News & World Report bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average. GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023. GW Hospital is the only hospital in Washington, D.C., to be recognized for this service line.
\"At GW Hospital, we are proud to offer a range of advanced services and treatments. Our multidisciplinary care teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical services, research, and education to improve care, quality, and outcomes for our patients,\" says Ulises Torres, MD, Chief Quality Officer at GW Hospital. \"These recognitions by U.S. News & World Report, which place us within the top hospitals in the region, highlight the expertise, commitment and diligence delivered to each patient in our care.\"

\"Children’s National Hospital, GW Hospital’s NICU partner, was recently ranked the number two hospital in the country for neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to these recent U.S. News & World Report recognitions, GW Hospital also provides high-quality care in the region through its designation as a Level I Trauma Center and designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.\"

“The mission of GWU Hospital is to provide the highest quality of healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.”

Position Summary:

The Senior Clinical Analyst – Quality Assurance will play a critical role in advancing patient safety, clinical effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. This role is responsible for analyzing healthcare data, monitoring quality indicators, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to implement process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze clinical and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.


• Develop and maintain quality dashboards and reports for hospital leadership.


• Support hospital accreditation and regulatory compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to standards such as The Joint Commission (TJC), CMS, and state regulations.


• Collaborate with clinical teams to develop evidence-based protocols and performance improvement projects.


• Lead root cause analyses and provide insights to enhance patient safety programs.


• Utilize statistical tools and data visualization techniques to present findings effectively.


• Assist with the integration of quality improvement methodologies, including Lean and Six Sigma, into hospital processes.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment


• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off


• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans


• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan


• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program


• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquarters LOCATED in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.

Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical quality, data analysis, or performance improvement in a healthcare setting.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Epic, SQL, Tableau, Excel, and statistical analysis tools preferred.

Certifications: CPHQ (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) or Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Competencies: Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

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