Full Time

M-F Days

Hybrid (In-Office and Remote) For Quality Services 

Area of Focus includes Peri-Operative Services

Summary:

Responsibilities:
1.Supports use of quality improvement (QI) methodology and tools to improve process measures and outcome measures for and with QI teams across the Hospital system

2.Responsible for supporting the collection, coordination and analysis of data that measures clinical processes and patient outcomes

3.Using quality improvement methodology, coaches/consults departments and interdisciplinary teams in identifying, prioritizing and implementing improvement strategies that enhances overall Hospital quality efforts

4.Assists departments in implementing evidence-based practice

5.Educates staff on the Institute for Healthcare Improvement's (IHI) Model for Improvement methodology

6.Serve as Quality Advisors for hospital teams and committees

7.Maintains ongoing knowledge of current Quality literature, resources, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory agency standards

8.Other duties as required.

Technical Expertise
1.Experience in Quality Improvement Methodology

2.Experience in data collection and simple analysis

3.Experience developing and leading teams

4.Experience working with all levels within an organization

5.Experience in healthcare is preferred

6.Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required

Education and Experience
1.Education: Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree is preferred.

2.Certification: Performance Improvement (PI) certification is preferred.

3.Years of relevant experience: 3 to 5 years is preferred.

4.Years of experience supervising: None.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Fixed Hybrid

About Akron Children's

More Than a Job. It’s loving what you do - and why you do it. Akron Children’s Hospital is ranked among the best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, but it’s our compassionate approach to treatment that sets us apart. It’s creating special high-fives. Thinking of new ways to spark a smile. Holding hands to offer comfort. And working to get a giggle that brightens a room. The minute you walk into Akron Children’s, you can sense that people here love what they do. From visits with the Doggie Brigade, to the balloons and smiles in the halls, the sights and sounds are all about one thing: the children. We are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northern Ohio and one of the fastest growing in the country. Akron Children’s has two hospital campuses in Northeast Ohio: one in Akron and the other in Boardman in the Mahoning Valley. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we’re making it easier for today’s busy families - regardless of where they live - to find the high-quality care they need. No matter which of our locations you choose, you’ll see that when you give the most, you get more—...support, rewards and satisfaction. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: It’s making the most of your days. Our passion is felt every day in the way people care at every level. Whether you are working with children face-to-face, or behind the scenes supporting the care and services we deliver, you impact futures. Visit us and see why it’s more than just a place to work. It’s a family. Apply today at careers.akronchildrens.org.

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