Technical Project Specialist I/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); Remote; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Technical Project Specialist I (Quality Improvement Advisor) to support healthcare organizations with quality improvement initiatives, data analysis, and project planning. This 2-year grant-funded role will collaborate with clinicians and leaders across the state to implement remediation plans and track progress for grants and reporting.

Remote/Lexington, KY location with standard business hours; BS and 3+ years in healthcare quality improvement preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree required.
• 3 years related healthcare experience required.
• Experience in healthcare quality improvement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support quality improvement initiatives for healthcare organizations across the state.
• Assist with project planning, implementation, and progress reporting.
• Educate and assist providers on regulatory requirements and quality measures.
• Track and report project and grant progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BS

Job description

Posting Details

• Job Title Technical Project Specialist I/UKHC
• Requisition Number RE56348
• Working Title Quality Improvement Advisor
• Department Name H4022:Health System Administration
• Work Location Remote/Lexington, KY
• Grade Level 10
• Salary Range $48,360-81,328/year
• Type of Position Staff
• Position Time Status Full-Time
• Required Education BS
• Required Related Experience 3 yrs
• Required License/Registration/Certification None
• Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
• Physical Requirements The physical requirements of this position include: occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs; sitting for extended periods of time with intermittent repetitive motions (such as typing), occasionally standing and/or walking with objects between 10-25lbs; and regular job related travel.
• Shift Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, with some evening, nights, and weekends required per business needs.
• Job Summary The Kentucky Regional Extension Center (Kentucky REC ) is currently seeking a Technical Project Specialist I (Quality Improvement Advisor) to assist healthcare organizations with quality improvement; project planning and implementation; customer service; professional and staff development; and progress reporting. The Technical Project Specialist will work with multiple stakeholders across the state on quality improvement initiatives; gather and analyze provider and EHR data; support tracking of clinical quality measures; develop and implement remediation plans; educate and assist providers on federal regulations; and track progress for project and grant reporting purposes. The Kentucky REC serves as a trusted advisor to healthcare organizations, clinicians, and leaders across the state, helping them navigate the complex and evolving healthcare environment. This is a 2 year grant-funded position.
• Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service, and communication skills; and the ability to cooperate with fellow team members and co-workers.
• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
• Preferred Education/Experience The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in healthcare quality improvement.

Deadline to Apply

11/16/2026

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