RN RT PT OT SLP Director of Quality/Risk Management

Vibra Healthcare•Taylor, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Quality / Risk Management to join our team! This role is responsible for directing quality management efforts to ensure continuous improvement and organizational excellence, adherence with all regulatory, compliance, accreditation, and legal issues, and promote a safe environment for all employees, patients and visitors. The Director will manage risk issues and oversee the credentialing function for medical staff. This position is accountable for the development, management and coordination of the hospital-wide Performance Improvement Program designed to improve clinical outcomes and the patient experience. The role is responsible for maintaining compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, the Joint Commission standards, COLA/CLIA standards and HIPAA Rules and Regulations. The Director functions as the Risk Manager for the organization as well as the Facility Compliance Officer.

Requirements

An active clinical license in the state of employment is required in one of the following fields: Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology or Respiratory Therapy.
Minimum three (3) years of work experience or equivalent, in quality/risk management activities required.
Knowledgeable in the principles of performance improvement.
Experience in Risk Management systems and experience in working with the public on issues related to satisfaction/complaints required.
Ability to project a professional image.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in workplace.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred.
Management experience preferred.
Certified Professional Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) certification preferred.
Possess in-depth knowledge of functions of all hospital departments and quality improvement requirements as outlined by the Joint Commission, the state of employment’s Department of Health and Federal regulatory standards as outlined by CMS.
Experience in interpretation of raw data and comparative analysis.
Experience in conducting educational in- services.
Experience in coordinating and supervising accreditation/certification survey activities for the Joint Commission, CMS, State Licensure.
Demonstrated experience in working effectively with multiple departments on confidential issues in a positive and constructive manner.

Responsibilities

Directing quality management efforts to ensure continuous improvement and organizational excellence.
Ensuring adherence with all regulatory, compliance, accreditation, and legal issues.
Promoting a safe environment for all employees, patients and visitors.
Managing risk issues.
Overseeing the credentialing function for medical staff.
Developing, managing and coordinating the hospital-wide Performance Improvement Program.
Maintaining compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, the Joint Commission standards, COLA/CLIA standards and HIPAA Rules and Regulations.
Functioning as the Risk Manager for organization.
Functioning as the Facility Compliance Officer.

Benefits

Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
FREE prescription plans
Dental and Vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability Benefits
Employee Assistance Plan
Flex Spending plans
401K matching
Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
Pet Insurance
Group legal – provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
Work life balance