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JOB SUMMARY

This is a Hybrid position in Dallas.

The Quality Improvement Coordinator II is a strong communicator who partners effectively with staff at all levels of the organization. This role supports key stakeholder teams in implementing reporting and quality improvement initiatives aligned with BSWHs strategy to deliver high-quality, safe patient care and achieve excellence in compliance with all regulatory statutes, policies, and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Performs concurrent and retrospective medical record review to investigate quality and / or patient safety concerns and to identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Collects and analyzes relevant data in support of patient safety and quality improvement strategies and projects and in accordance with regulatory and entity-specific requirements.
• Supports and / or facilitates quality and patient safety initiatives to improve safety and foster an environment of service excellence through successful interventions, data analysis and development of action plans.
• Develops and disseminates ongoing and ad hoc reports to ensure clinicians, administrators, medical staff committees and corporate teams receive timely and accurate data to meet their needs in ensuring quality care and patient safety within their departments.
• Identifies and recommends measures to enhance reporting processes, tools, and methods.
• Collaborates in the development and presentation of educational materials designed to educate staff and management about quality and patient safety processes.
• Utilizes quality improvement tools and techniques, including proactive and retrospective risk assessments, to improve quality, patient safety, and patient perceptions of BSWHs health care services.
• Identifies regional, system, and industry best practices, providing feedback to leaders and team members.
• Participates on quality improvement teams as requested by leadership.
• Participate in unit and facility huddles.
• Supports the ZERO Harm rounding process as directed by leadership.
• Provides subject matter expertise and comprehensive measurement analysis for quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Maintains awareness of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of quality improvement reporting and analysis by attending seminars / workshops, reading professional journals, and active participation in professional organizations.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Note : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level

QUALIFICATIONS

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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