Quality Improvement Specialist BH - Bakersfield Adult BH Clinica Sierra Vista - 3.0 Bakersfield, CA Job Details Full-time $26.00 - $30.50 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health insurance 403(b) Qualifications Medical performance measurement report preparation Quality control experience within healthcare industry Data analysis reporting Bachelor's degree in social work Electronic health records (EHR) management Quality of care (regulatory compliance area) Bachelor's degree in psychology HIPAA Healthcare documentation compliance audits Bachelor's degree in sociology Scanning Mid-level Sociology Healthcare regulatory compliance investigations Patient safety Data summary reports Quality reports Quality control data reporting Bachelor's degree Task prioritization Health information data integrity Clinical program monitoring Healthcare privacy protection Psychology Health information regulatory compliance Human Services Document imaging Clinical documentation improvement Social service program compliance monitoring Social Work Full Job Description Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We're honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don't inquire about immigration status because we simply don't need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient. As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1. Why work for us? Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience Health coverage for you and your family Generous number of vacation days per year A robust wellness plan and health club discounts Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents 403(B) plan with company matching Intrigued? We'd love to hear from you! Please review the job details below and then click "apply." We're looking for someone to join our team as a Quality Improvement Specialist -BH who: The Quality Improvement Specialist-BH is a highly flexible, cross-functional member of the Behavioral Health Quality team. This position is responsible for supporting quality improvement initiatives and activities across multiple Behavioral Health programs and sites, including both mental health and substance use disorder services. Under general supervision, the Float Quality Improvement Specialist - BH coordinates compliance activities, conducts audits, monitors documentation standards, and provides data reporting to support organizational, contractual, and regulatory requirements. Unlike site-based roles, this position is not assigned to a single program or location and is expected to provide coverage and support wherever operational needs arise, including simultaneous assignments across multiple programs. The Float Quality Improvement Specialist - BH has a vital role in maintaining continuity of quality operations during staffing gaps, high-volume periods, or special projects.

Essential Functions:

Quality (For All BH Sites/Programs) Organize and provide summary reports that alert the BH Quality Improvement Manager and Leadership of upcoming chart compliance requirements. Ensure compliance with regulatory notices, safety practices, and environment of care standards. Conduct quality control test calls to assess veracity and quality of service claims. Conduct internal chart audits to ensure compliance with State (DHCS) standards, as well as county and contract standards. Monitor provider documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and technical compliance. Utilize the electronic health record (EHR) system to create reports, templates, and tracking tools for compliance monitoring. Monitor and facilitate staff compliance with HIPAA, W&IC, and other efforts to preserve the integrity of protected health information. Track and report service volume and productivity by program, team, and provider. Establish and maintain working relationships with internal teams and external county representatives. Support Clinic Managers and Leadership to ensure staff compliance with EHR requirements and required training. Independently prioritize workload across multiple assignments to meet competing deadlines. Identify compliance risks and proactively escalate issues to Leadership. Quality (For SUD sites) Maintain compliance to Medi-Cal certification Submitting the daily census for all SUD sites Submit required monthly reporting Client roster, PC 1000, white form, etc Chart compliance audits (2-3 per site) monthly. Physicals, Tx plans, assessments, discharges, and documentation Monitor and maintains client admissions. Scanning necessary documents into chart. Maintain relationship with county IT team to resolve any technical difficulties. May be responsible for the monitoring and follow up for more than one program.

Successful with the following qualifications:

Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or university, with a major in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Behavioral Science, Social Work or related field preferred. A clean drug screen confirmation. Pass DMV background check. Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us. Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!