Associate Director, Quality Assurance Department
QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Location
Manhattan
Job
ID136275
Civil Service ClassificationManagerial
Hire In Rate$150,000.00 (for employees new to HHC) Salary Range$150,000.00 - $150,000.00 Pay FrequencyYear
Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular
Regular ShiftDay About NYC Health + Hospitals NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the country, providing coordinated world-class primary and specialty care with dignity and respect for all New Yorkers, without exception. At Gotham Health, we practice a person-centered caring culture that values delivering compassionate, quality healthcare in partnership with our patients, community organizations, and staff. Gotham Health is focused on high-quality, affordable care to everyone regardless of ability to pay. Gotham Health serves the community through a two-pronged approach: providing treatment to those who need it while at the same time emphasizing prevention. We strive to deliver services in a way that maximizes each patient's opportunity to achieve successful health outcomes, we believe in every person's right to participate in their care plans, we facilitate partnerships with other community resources to meet the needs of our patients beyond healthcare, and we celebrate and recognize the compassionate care of our committed staff. Join our team if you want to be part of our Gotham Health Family, a person-centered, fully integrated, and innovative ambulatory care network. Work Shifts 8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M
9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M Evening availability required Weekend availability required
Duties & Responsibilities Purpose of Position:
Under general supervision, develops and maintains systems for monitoring standards for professional activities as mandated under Federal and State legislation. Provides guidance and advice with respect to policies and priorities in the development of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review.
Examples of Typical Tasks:
1. Monitors hospital performance to assure compliance with professional standards. 2. Directs and coordinates the implementation of hospitals' representation and participation in Professional Standards Review Organization. 3. Monitors utilization review committees in all health facilities. 4. Reviews legislation and implementing administrative procedures and policies of Professional Standards Review Organization in New York City. 5. Represents the Corporation in negotiations and discussions with P.S.R.O. representatives. Minimum Qualifications
- Qualification for Central Office.
# Qualification for Health Care Facility.
1. a. A Baccalaureate Degree in Public Administration, Public Health or Health Care Specialization; and,
b. Five
- years or four# years of increasingly responsible experience in hospital administration, with particular emphasis on development and evaluation of health care delivery services; or, 2. a. A Master's Degree in Public Administration, Public Health or Health Care Specialization; and,
b. Four
- years or three# years of increasingly responsible experience in hospital administration, with particular emphasis on development and evaluation of health care delivery services.
Department Preferences
Comprehensive knowledge of Quality Improvement and Risk Management principles and practices.
Experience with chart review and reporting functions in electronic medical records.
Working knowledge of FQHC program and its requirements is highly preferred.
The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff from senior leadership to line workers in order to coach and assist.
Interest in continuous learning and a commitment to staying informed on regulatory changes.
Benefits NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
College Savings Program Union Benefits for eligible titles Multiple employee discounts programs
Commuter Benefits Programs