GME Quality Improvement Coordinator

Northeast Georgia Health System•Gainesville, GA

20h

About The Position

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary The GME Quality Improvement (QI) Coordinator will primarily assist the Manager of GME Research in the implementation and management of GME quality improvement processes, training opportunities, collaborative partnerships, department data tracking as directed, in order to meet the department goals. In addition, the coordinator is responsible for coordinating resident quality improvement projects in accordance to DMAIC (Define the problem, measuring, Analyze, Intervention, Control).

Requirements

Current RN license in the state of Georgia and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (or completed within 6 months of hire)
Master's degree in business, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related field
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience with project management, quality improvement, patient safety, or related experience.
At least five years of clinical direct patient care experience in a hospital setting.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, WebEx).
Comprehensive knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodology for continuous improvement.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of individuals
Knowledge of ACGME QI Project requirements
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional organizational skills
Ability to think analytically and display effective brainstorming ability and creativity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with all levels

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience

Responsibilities

Develop and maintains knowledge of scholarly activity pathways in GME and associated institutional requirements.
Contribute to the development of training, tools, and process documentation for both the department and for assigned projects.
Coordination with program coordinators, faculty, & residents to collect and update data on project status, potential roadblocks on projects, or other needs in order to provide status reports to GME Manager of Research.
Collaboration with the GME Research and QI data team in coordination of, and training for department resources such as Slicer Dicer, EPIC Enhancements, Qualtrics, Zotero (Training provided)
Facilitating or assisting with QI skills workshops and work sessions
Support QI project tasks such as proposal development, data collection, initial data analysis (quantitative and qualitative), and development of manuscripts for publication
Creation & maintenance of QI Project log
Maintenance of GME QI Webpage & Hardwired monthly newsletter
Assist with GME QI / PS Simulation and other CORE Sessions
Coordination of Resident QI Presentation Day activities and speaking events
Development of QI Curriculum for the development for resident and fellow physicians and other learners
Other projects and activities as directed in order to meet department goals
All other duties as assigned.