DIRECTOR - RISK AND PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT

UHS•Chicago, IL

11d

About The Position

The Director of Performance Improvement organizes, plans, develops, implements and oversees all performance improvement activities of the Hospital. Coordinates, oversees and participates in the functioning of all Medical Staff and hospital committees; acts as a liaison between committees and teams; interfaces with members of the Medical Staff and department directors and ensures that reports are submitted as required. Coordinates and actively participates in preparation of all external agency surveys. Assumes 24-hour responsibility and accountability for the PI department; maintains current policies and procedures. The individual in this role is responsible for coordinating the risk management efforts and making recommendations to minimize or eliminate exposure in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Garfield Park Hospital.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree
Prefer 4 years clinical experience with a psychiatric mental health population, 2 years experience in a supervisory position.
Possesses knowledge of principles of risk management and performance improvement related to a health care environment.
Current knowledge of regulating /accrediting agency guidelines.
Basic knowledge of computer skills and statistical analysis desired.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in healthcare related field preferred.
Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality preferred.

Responsibilities

Organizes, plans, develops, implements and oversees all performance improvement activities of the Hospital.
Coordinates, oversees and participates in the functioning of all Medical Staff and hospital committees
Acts as a liaison between committees and teams
Interfaces with members of the Medical Staff and department directors and ensures that reports are submitted as required.
Coordinates and actively participates in preparation of all external agency surveys.
Assumes 24-hour responsibility and accountability for the PI department
Maintains current policies and procedures.
Responsible for coordinating the risk management efforts and making recommendations to minimize or eliminate exposure in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Garfield Park Hospital.