Quality Improvement Specialist

QUALIFICATIONS:

Superior communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to communicate quality improvement data and methods to health care providers and community stakeholders with varying technical and clinical backgrounds.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of health care quality improvement and community organizing. Experience with quality improvement research techniques and knowledge of disparities in the care of underserved populations.

Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of developing productive relationships with health care provider staff, consumers and stakeholders.

Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines.

Proven record of success in promoting improvement in community health quality and efficiency.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.

Computer proficiency with a developed knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Smartsheet).

Ability to provide formal and informal presentations to internal staff and external customers.

Ability to travel to conduct various quality improvement intervention meetings, participate in regional IPRO conferences, attend project specific educational and/or collaboration meetings, and meetings with government agencies as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in education, nursing, public administration, public policy, public health or degree in related healthcare field, OR RN with Associate’s degree required.

Two (2) years of experience working in health care quality improvement, required.

Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or other quality certification, preferred.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. The annualized salary range for this position is $75,000.00 – $80,000.00. Actual salary range and /or hourly rate depends on a variety of factors including experience, education, credentials, location, and budget.