Quality Assurance Coordinator II-Legacy of Hope

University of Alabama at Birmingham • Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

The Quality Assurance Coordinator II is responsible for review of donor files and coordinates the release of confidential donor and recipient information to outside agencies. Performs internal/external audits and assists in replying to audits from outside agencies. The coordinator will participate in continuous improvement initiatives and must demonstrate a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or professional degree, i.e., LPN, RN, PA, etc. and exhibit skills necessary to perform the duties of a QAC I with moderate supervision.
• A minimum of at least two (2) years' experience in organ procurement and/or quality assurance is required.
• Certification through ASQ and maintain active status through renewal or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of one's own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way. (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived needs; and (12) knowledge of and ability to use database systems effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Tissue Bank Specialist certification or North American Transplant Coordinators Organization Certification.

Responsibilities

• review of donor files
• coordinates the release of confidential donor and recipient information to outside agencies
• Performs internal/external audits
• assists in replying to audits from outside agencies
• participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• demonstrate a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth

Benefits

• 100% tuition assistance
• wellness initiatives
• generous paid time off
• paid parental leave
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer
• UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees