Manage STS activities related to external reporting programs including the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) initiative. Provide support for STS measure development activities and related Task Forces. Manage timeline and process to implement risk models and performance measures. This position reports to the Associate Director of Quality.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as staff liaison to the Workforce on Quality.
• Manage self-nomination process for all Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) initiatives and other external reporting programs.
• Ensure compliance with CMS regulations related to reporting of quality metrics for the Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) initiative, Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and other payment programs.
• Manage and complete activities necessary for STS to maintain status as a CMS Qualified Clinical Data Registry.
• Participate in weekly CMS calls and webinars for measure developers.
• Manage timeline and process to implement updated and new risk models and performance measures into STS National Database participant feedback reports with guidance from Vice President and Associate Director of Quality.
• Support Quality Measures Manager with the process of submitting performance measure materials to and vetting through relevant quality organizations, such as the National Quality Forum (NQF)
• Monitor and analyze new initiatives in the national quality arena and provide appropriate information to Vice President and Associate Director of Quality.
• Collaborate with other STS departments to promote and educate STS community regarding quality reporting program updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree in a public health or related field preferred. 

Experience

Minimum of four years related work experience, including two years working with quality reporting programs. Strong working knowledge of national quality organizations and quality issues in the medical community is essential. Association work experience is strongly preferred.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational, planning, and follow-through capabilities; attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, volunteer leaders, other organizations, and industry contacts, tact, diplomacy, and good judgment
• Positive attitude in the workplace
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing daily activities and schedules
• Ability to travel, as necessary

Characteristics

Energy, creativity, initiative, eagerness to learn, and professionalism required.  Candidate must exemplify the STS Values of Leadership, Quality, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Innovation, Professionalism, and Collaboration.

In addition to providing a purposeful work environment and competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits program that features:

• Healthcare Coverage (medical, dental, and vision).
• Financial Protection Coverage (short and long-term disability, life insurance, long-term care insurance).
• 401(k) Plan with employer match.
• Professional Development Program.
• Generous paid-time-off program, including vacation, sick, summer hours, and flex-time.