Quality & Compliance Specialist

Quality & Compliance Specialist Spaulding Hospital

• Boston and Cambridge United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge 1575 Cambridge Street (Show on map) Apr 23, 2026 Summary Responsible for leading and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and promoting a culture of safety within the hospital.

This position involves monitoring and improving quality and safety metrics, conducting assessments, implementing initiatives to enhance overall healthcare quality and guiding and mentoring junior staff. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions

• Develop, implement, and oversee quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
• Promote and cultivate a culture of safety within the hospital.
• Develop and implement strategies to engage staff in safety initiatives and reporting.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including patient outcomes, readmission rates, and other performance indicators.
• Lead performance improvement projects related to patient safety and quality of care.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality reporting requirements.
• Analyze and report on quality and safety data regularly.

Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials

RN, PT, OT, SLP

license preferred Experience Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, or a related field within a healthcare setting 3-5 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to lead or mentor staff. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs
• 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision•Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision•Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.