Senior Manager, Quality Improvement

American Academy of Neurology • Minneapolis, MN

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Quality Improvement helps neurologists put evidence into practice by managing the processes that support clinical practice guidelines, evidence-based publications, and resources. The role advances the American Academy of Neurology’s strategic objectives by supporting the development of timely, evidence-based clinical guidelines, editorial and dissemination strategies, and resources that engage neurologists in improving their practice. Working across divisions, the Senior Manager connects clinical practice and quality efforts to deliver value for AAN members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Care Management, Health Sciences, Nursing, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of related experience in healthcare management and quality improvement.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
• At least 3 years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to uphold the AAN’s values.
• Ability to supervise a team in a fast-paced environment and support individual career development and growth.
• Ability to provide clear instructions and successful presentations to staff, work groups, and panels.
• Demonstrated tact, diplomacy, confidentiality, and professionalism in interactions with teams, members, and other relevant individuals or groups.
• Proficiency using MS Office for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to deliver results while managing multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Relevant education and/or experience exceeding the required qualifications may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Willingness to travel up to 5%.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of evidence-based medicine and clinical practice guideline development.
• Knowledge of established evidence-grading and recommendation-development methods, such as GRADE or comparable frameworks.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and physician or subject-matter expert panels through complex evidence-based projects.
• Experience providing strategic and operational leadership for multiple concurrent, multi-year programs or projects.
• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements, technology, or emerging approaches.

Responsibilities

• Manage processes that support clinical practice guidelines, evidence-based publications, and resources.
• Support the development of timely, evidence-based clinical guidelines, editorial and dissemination strategies, and resources for neurologists.
• Work across divisions to connect clinical practice and quality efforts and deliver value for AAN members.
• Supervise a team in a fast-paced environment and foster individual career development and growth.
• Provide clear instructions and presentations to staff, work groups, and panels.
• Lead project and quality improvement work while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Comprehensive wellness programs.
• Paid parental, family, and bereavement leave.
• Competitive salary and incentive program.
• 10.5% 401(k) contribution and financial planning resources.
• Paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion training programs.
• Monetary years-of-service recognition awards.
• Employee awards and peer recognition.
• Team-building events and company celebrations.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
• Volunteer days and charitable giving programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Telemedicine and mental health resources.
• Onsite workout facility.
• Gender-neutral restroom, wellness rooms, and lactation rooms.
• Transportation subsidy.
• Flavored waters and onsite fitness amenities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior