Interim Subject Matter Expert, Quality & Safety Improvement Consultant V

Start Date: ASAP

About the role

An Interim Subject Matter Expert, Quality & Safety Improvement Consultant V is needed to support quality and patient safety initiatives through performance improvement, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The shift is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in healthcare quality, patient safety, and performance improvement, with a strong understanding of regulatory standards and quality methodologies. Experience with bedside stroke care is a plus, along with data extraction, auditing, and proficiency with HealthConnect and Epic. Must be highly organized, patient-focused, and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Excellent communication skills will be critical. Must be available to start within 2–3 weeks of acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Support quality and patient safety initiatives through performance improvement
• Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence
• Apply healthcare quality, patient safety, and performance improvement expertise
• Utilize data extraction, auditing, and proficiency with HealthConnect and Epic
• Lead organization-wide improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
• Active RN license required
• Progressive experience in healthcare quality, patient safety, performance improvement, regulatory compliance, and leading organization-wide improvement initiatives

The Community

Baldwin Park offers convenient access to the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area and its world-renowned attractions. Residents enjoy nearby parks, hiking trails, and outdoor recreation throughout Southern California. The area features diverse dining, shopping, and entertainment options to fit a variety of lifestyles. Cultural attractions, professional sports, museums, and performing arts venues are all within a short drive. Southern California’s mild climate allows for year-round outdoor activities, with beaches and mountain destinations easily accessible.

Pay

Compensation Range: $160,000 to $170,000 annually. The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement benefits (varies by role)
• Tax management: employer handles withholdings and pays employer portion of FICA contributions
• Travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses covered by B.E. Smith and the client
• Bi-weekly trips home at the client’s expense, plus rental car and comfortable lodging

Schedule

Shift: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.