Manager - Performance Improvement

Ochsner Health•Slidell, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This job develops, manages and integrates a comprehensive performance improvement program to achieve results in quality, efficiency, safety, satisfaction and value. Supports the implementation and monitoring of programs and activities designed to ensure that the company incorporates methods to improve the safe administration of care into all clinical processes, while developing a culture that perceives safety to be of paramount importance. Serves as a clinical liaison for the model of implementation for quality improvement and patient safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience in healthcare project management including previous experience in performance improvement activities, statistical analysis and reporting.
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
Proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software programs specific to role.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
Analytical skills and ability to use a logical through process in order to formulate practical solutions to problems.
Decision-making, delegation, and leadership skills and ability to demonstrates good judgement.
Positive interpersonal skills and ability to effectively and professionally work with people from all backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Develops, manages and integrates a comprehensive performance improvement program to achieve results in quality, efficiency, safety, satisfaction and value.
Supports the implementation and monitoring of programs and activities designed to ensure that the company incorporates methods to improve the safe administration of care into all clinical processes, while developing a culture that perceives safety to be of paramount importance.
Serves as a clinical liaison for the model of implementation for quality improvement and patient safety.
Manages performance improvement projects and ensures the projects support organizational and departmental goals.
Gathers and analyzes information to prepare status reports for performance improvement initiatives.
Maintains and enhances professional competency.
Performs other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.