Safety & Accreditation Specialist

Presbyterian Medical Services•Albuquerque, NM

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the organization's Safety and Accreditation Programs. Working collaboratively with site leadership and organizational stakeholders under the direction of Quality Department leadership, this position serves as an operational resource for continuous accreditation readiness by proactively identifying safety, regulatory, and accreditation risks; conducting readiness and compliance activities; monitoring corrective actions and compliance trends; providing education and technical assistance; and helping maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, visitors, and others throughout the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree plus one year related experience; OR high school diploma / GED plus a combination of five years of education and/or experience in healthcare and/or safety.
Computer experience required including proficiency in spreadsheets, report production and databases.
May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job duties.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position.
Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy II.D.3, Automobile Usage, and applicable state and federal laws.
Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws.
May be required to complete transportation related trainings.

Nice To Haves

Electronic Health Records (E.H.R.) experience preferred.
Safety experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
Detailed knowledge of The Joint Commission Ambulatory and Behavioral Health (PCMH) standards preferred.

Responsibilities

Supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the organization's Safety and Accreditation Programs.
Serves as an operational resource for continuous accreditation readiness.
Proactively identifies safety, regulatory, and accreditation risks.
Conducts readiness and compliance activities.
Monitors corrective actions and compliance trends.
Provides education and technical assistance.
Helps maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, visitors, and others throughout the organization.