QI Assistant Position Available In Polk, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Quality Improvement Assistant position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including federal student loan forgiveness opportunities. Responsibilities include supporting quality improvement initiatives, audits, and maintaining documentation. Requirements include a medical assistant program graduate or licensed practical nurse with relevant experience. The role involves collaboration with the Quality Improvement Team and other staff members.
Job Description
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POSITION SUMMARY:
•We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our team as a Quality Improvement Assistant (QIA). In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that our organization maintains high-quality standards across all operations. You will work closely with the Quality Improvement Team, which includes the Director of Quality Improvement, the Chief Quality Officer/Risk Manager (CQO/RM), and the Quality Coordinator. Your responsibilities will involve supporting their efforts to implement, monitor, and enhance quality assurance processes.
The QIA will assist the Quality Improvement (QI) Team and the Quality Improvement Review Committee (QUIRCS) with various initiatives, surveillance activities, and internal or external audits across all departments. You will be responsible for upholding the company’s policies, goals, and objectives established by the CEO and Board, whether working individually or as part of a team.
Your duties will be performed in accordance with the organizations policies, Mission and Vision statements, CFHC’s Performance Expectations, the CFHC Quality Improvement Plan, Joint Commission Standards, and all relevant federal and state guidelines. This position will also involve coordination with other staff members, department leaders, supervisors, and necessary agencies.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about quality and eager to contribute to the success of our organization.•
MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS
•Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program and Certified or Registered by a Medical Assistant Accrediting Organization and/orLicensed Practical Nurse with current Florida LicenseCurrent CPR CertificationMinimum of 2 years of experience in the medical field required, preferably ambulatory health careExceptional team, communication and written/oral skillsKnowledge of quality improvement methodologies and tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, PDSA)Medical/dental record use, Joint Commission, and/or Quality Improvement and Management experience preferredProficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic health recordsAbility to work under tight deadlines and remain flexibleAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion•
RESPONSIBILTIES AND PERFORMANCE
EXPECTATIONSinclude, but are not limited to, the following:•1. Obtain/maintain proficient knowledge of CFHCs Mission, Vision, and Performance Expectations. Able to become well versed in the companys policies and procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and standards of other regulatory agencies.2. Maintain an efficiency of flow for the Quality Improvement department by providing telephone customer service to all CFHC employees, providing resources and guidance when asked, elevating issues to other staff members as appropriate.3. Work cohesively with the QI/Risk Team to identify efficient processes and training tools to educate all pertinent staff.4. Main duties for this position will be assignment and collation of Peer Review, assignment and analysis of UDS and quality measures, after hours call monitoring, assessment of HRSA quality badges, end of year UDS audits, board composition evaluation audits, PDSA tracking, and assistance with PCMH compliance.5. Assist with crucial and time-limited audits using the process driven format with appropriate benchmarks and measurable outcomes.6. Maintain proficient documentation of all quality improvement activities.7. Attend meetings in coordination with the Quality/Risk staff and other appropriate staff, as requested.8. Assist with receiving and reviewing surveys that are quality related or are brought to the quality/risk team for an improvement project. Coordinate the compilation of easurable data annually.9. Prior to leave (annual and other) provide Director of Quality Improvement with a highlighted picture of major or other significant projects underway.10. Able to work independently as this position may not be in the same physical office space as the other Quality/Risk Team members for daily routine responsibilities. In addition, this position will require travel to all centers to complete the site-specific audits.11. Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.•
BENEFITS
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Competitive SalaryFederal Student Loan Forgiveness:
[PSLF](https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service){target=”_blank”}- 10-year commitment, 120 loan payments and at the end of the commitment, the remaining loan is forgivenExcellent medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefitsEmployer Paid Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployer Paid Life Insurance equivalent to 1x your annual salaryVoluntary Short-Term Disability, additional Life and Dependent Life Insurance are availableMalpractice InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO) – 4.4 weeks per year pro-ratedHolidays (9.5 paid holidays per year)Paid Birthday Holiday
