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Quality Improvement Specialist - Perioperative Services - Days

VCU Health · Richmond, VA · 2 mo ago
Quality Assurance$19.87–$30.79/hrFull-time

About the Role

The Quality Improvement Specialist coordinates Quality/Performance Improvement (Q/PI) activities and reports for clinical and nonclinical data, physician-related activities, and external agencies. This role abstracts information, prepares and coordinates data submission for Clinical Databases, and creates meaningful analyses using internal and external databases. The position manages organizational data, including data entry, reporting, and development of the Scorecard, Premier online applications, and other databases. Additionally, the specialist represents Quality/PI on committees and improvement teams, ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission Performance Improvement chapter.

Responsibilities

  • Abstract information and prepare/coordinate submissions for Clinical Databases.
  • Create meaningful data analyses using external and internal databases, including report writers.
  • Display data in an understandable manner for stakeholders.
  • Manage organizational data, including data entry, import, and reporting.
  • Develop and maintain the Scorecard and Premier online applications.
  • Represent Quality/PI on committees and improvement teams.
  • Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission Performance Improvement chapter.

Requirements

  • Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: CCS, HACP, CQIA, LPN.
  • Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: CCS, HACP, CQIA, LPN.
  • Minimum 2 years of work experience in a healthcare environment with expertise in:
    • Chart abstraction and analysis.
    • Clinical processes and/or diagnostic/interventional treatments.
    • Performance improvement processes and tools.
    • Facilitating/leading interdisciplinary groups.
    • Collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
    • Developing and delivering presentations.
    • Using personal computers and software (Internet, email, Microsoft Office, graphics).
  • Preferred: 5+ years in coding, data interaction, quality, and process improvement.

Qualifications

  • Education/training REQUIRED: Minimum high school diploma with applicable certification(s).
  • Education/training PREFERRED: Associate Degree.
  • Independent actions required:
    • Think independently, organize, plan, and make decisions.
    • Communicate effectively (verbal, nonverbal, listening).
    • Function as a role model and maintain positive interactions.
    • Engage in professional activities.
    • Interpret standards and regulations.
    • Demonstrate compliance with VCUHS policies and customer service philosophy.
    • Perform analysis and critical thinking with data.
    • Provide guidance to staff on data analysis and interpretation.
    • Collaborate to achieve goals.

Physical Requirements

  • Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs., prolonged standing, frequent bending, walking, climbing, reaching, repetitive motion.
  • Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, clear speech, legible writing, reading, logical thinking.
  • Emotional: Fast-paced environment, handling multiple priorities, frequent customer interactions, noisy environment, adaptability to change.

Pay

Compensation Range: $19.87 - $30.79. Actual salary offers will be based on relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Schedule

Days

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