Summary:

In a High-Reliability Organization, the Ambulatory Quality Management Coordinator, reporting to the Ambulatory Quality Manager or Clinical Risk Manager, is responsible for coordinating and acquiring data from source systems specific to clinical quality management, risk, regulatory, and performance improvement metrics using methods of audits, tracers, chronologies, root cause analysis, and rounding skill validation activities. The Ambulatory QM Coordinator provides expertise and support for Ambulatory Quality Management functions, including abstracting, data aggregation and analysis, and medical record review for quality assessment. This individual will demonstrate their expertise in quality management and performance improvement through the coordination and maintenance of quality clinical initiatives to support performance improvement programs. Analyze and trends data for opportunities for improvement/process improvement. This role is expected to apply clinical knowledge and analytical skills to assist the Ambulatory Quality and Risk leadership team in implementing quality improvement strategies and change with a strong focus on improving quality outcomes and results.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Communicate effectively with different audiences.
• Proficient in computer skills using EXCEL, PowerPoint, MS Office, and Flowchart tools.
• Knowledgeable of High-Reliability Principles and PDSA methodology

Source: NAHQ Workforce Accelerator Competency Framework 2022: Eight Domains

• Quality Leadership and Integration- Advance the organization's commitment to health care quality through collaboration, learning opportunities and communication. Lead the integration of quality into the fabric of the organization through a coordinated infrastructure to achieve organizational objectives. Domain Level: Foundational
• Performance and Process Improvement- Use performance and process improvement (PPI), project management and change management methods to support operational and clinical quality initiatives, improved performance and achieve organizational goals. Domain Level: Foundational
• Population Health and Care Transitions- Evaluates and improve health care processes and care transitions to advance the efficient, effective, and safe care of defined populations. Domain Level: Foundational
• Health Data and Analytics- Leverage the organization?s analytic environment to help guide data-driven decision-making and inform quality improvement initiatives. Domain Level: Foundational
• Regulatory and Accreditation- Direct organization wide processes for evaluating, monitoring, and improving compliance with internal and external requirements. Lead the organization's processes to prepare for, participate in, and follow up on regulatory, accreditation and certification surveys and activities. Domain Level: Foundational
• Patients Safety- Cultivate a safe healthcare environment by promoting safe practices, nurturing a just culture, and improving processes that detect, mitigate, or prevent harm. Domain Level: Foundational
• Quality Review and Accountability- Direct activities that support compliance with organization wide voluntary, mandatory, and contractual requirements for data acquisition, analysis, reporting, and improvement. Domain Level: Foundational
• Professional Engagement- Engage in the healthcare quality profession with a commitment to practicing ethically, enhancing one's competence, and advancing the field. Domain Level: Foundational

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school or a practical certificate program is required

Experience

• Three years of healthcare experience required
• One year of quality management experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• LVN/LPN or RN license required
• CPHQ (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) preferred

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Full Time

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About CHRISTUS Health

CHRISTUS HEALTH is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of almost more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS operates in 6 U.S. states, Colombia, Chile and 6 states in Mexico. To support our health care ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on medical staffs who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.

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