Population Health & Clinical Quality Analyst

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Organizational Excellence will support leadership, provide education and coordinate quality related programs in accordance with organizational strategic goals at multiple levels. Position requires high degree of visibility in the organization to relate to staff, managers and physicians, assess for appropriate customer service delivery, assess efficiency of operations, and be cognizant of needs for process improvement. This position will support leadership, provide education and coordinate quality related programs in accordance with organizational strategic goals at multiple levels. The goal of this role is to improve quality and operational clinical initiatives, promote innovation, and to identify/develop best practice for clinical excellence in quality. Works with all clinical areas to assure focus on quality initiatives line up with CMS standards and regulations. Educates on changes and updates in requirements and evidence-based practices. Assesses gaps and initiates PI projects to improve overall facility performance in quality measures reported to CMS and/or TJC. Collaborates with other quality staff on PI projects, RCA's, and FMEA's to assist in PRHC meeting all regulatory requirements.

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in communication, organizational development, IT or healthcare related field required or 2-year degree may be substituted if in combination with 4 or more years of advanced experience.

• RN (ADN or BSN) preferred.

• Experience in a health care organization preferred.

• Prior experience in Performance Improvement preferred.

• Strong computer knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, E-mail) with ability to learn specific systems.

• Data entry, abstracting, indexing, data collection and statistical-gathering skills.

• Ability to synthesize large amounts of data/documentation in short periods of time.

• Strong research and communication skills including preparing oral/visual presentations and written reports.

• Professional knowledge of various aspects of patient care and medical terminology preferred.

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

• Must possess a valid Iowa driver's license and meet satisfactory motor vehicle record requirements.

• Must maintain and provide proof of his/her own auto insurance policy.

• Effective presentation and delivery skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively as a member of a team.

• Excellent communication skills including, but not limited to, active listening skills, problem-solving skills, and telephone skills.

• Strong organizational skills. Attention to detail. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

• Must possess those technical and critical thinking skills required to complete the duties as described in this job description.

Reporting Relationship: Reports to Director of Organizational Excellence