What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Quality Improvement, Hospital Based Services position at American Health Quality Association?
Full-time Posting Date : Oct 11, 2024 Closing Date : Ongoing
In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.
Shift Start Time : 8 : 00 A.M. Shift End Time : 4 : 30 P.M.
Posting Salary : MIN $160k - MAX $179,800
Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume / CV to the following email address : mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
When submitting a resume / CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume / CV must be filed for each position which interests you.
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary
The Cook County Health & Hospitals System (CCHHS) is one of the largest public hospital systems in the nation. The System cares for over 25,000 inpatients annually and has almost 1 million clinic visits per year. The John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County has a Level 1 Trauma Center, a busy Emergency Department serving 140,000 patients per year, a full service OR and Maternal Child Services. The System is committed to excellence in the quality of care provided to its patients and seeks to demonstrate this quality by fill accreditation from Joint Commission.
The Director of Quality Improvement, Hospital Based Services is a health care professional with experience in directing quality, safety and performance improvement efforts in the hospital setting which may include community based clinics. Provides organizational direction and oversight of quality metric reporting. Provides oversight of the Hospital patient safety program including the reporting and analysis of sentinel events and the development and implementation of a patient safety plan. Leads continual readiness efforts across the Hospital, including policy review, tracer activities, staff education and survey preparation and oversight. Responds to requests for information and collates and presents data as required by the Regulatory Agencies. Prepares and delivers reports to such agencies, as well as to Cook County governance including the CCH Board of Directors. Perform other duties assigned by the Chief Quality Officer.
General Administrative Responsibilities Collective Bargaining
- Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
- Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings
Discipline
Supervision
Management
Typical Duties
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Chief Quality Officer
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures : complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume / CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must :
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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Salary : $160,000 - $179,800
