What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stroke Program Manager- Quality Assurance position at UHS?
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL DESIGNATED A 'BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL' BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
Washington, D.C. — July 16, 2024 — The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2024-2025 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital. GW Hospital ranks 4th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.
GW Hospital achieved "high performing" status in six specialty areas: Neurology and Neurosurgery; Orthopedics and Lung Surgery; Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery; Urology and Geriatrics, along with receiving "high performing" designations for the following eight common procedures and condition areas: Heart Failure; Heart Attack; Kidney Failure; Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma; Prostate Cancer Surgery; Stroke; Hip Fracture; and Diabetes.
Additionally, in 2024, GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology's National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Platinum Performance Achievement Award.
Job Summary
GW Hospital is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Stroke Program Manager – Quality Assurance to oversee and manage the quality assurance initiatives within the Stroke Program. This role is crucial to ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining accreditation, and enhancing the quality of care provided to stroke patients. The Stroke Program Manager will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to monitor, assess, and improve clinical outcomes while ensuring that data collection and reporting align with industry standards and best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead quality assurance activities for the Stroke Program, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards such as The Joint Commission and American Heart Association/Stroke Association guidelines.
- Oversee data collection, abstraction, and submission of stroke patient outcomes to regulatory agencies and quality registries.
- Monitor clinical performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure program compliance with certification and accreditation requirements.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to develop protocols and care pathways for stroke patients.
- Prepare and submit periodic reports to regulatory bodies, third-party payers, and internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate educational programs and training sessions to support staff adherence to best practices in stroke care.
- Engage in community outreach and education efforts to raise awareness of stroke prevention and treatment.
Main Benefits:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
- Educational support and tuition reimbursement
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a healthcare-related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in stroke care, quality assurance, or program management.
- Experience with stroke certification programs and regulatory compliance.
- Familiarity with quality improvement methodologies, data reporting, and stroke-related clinical metrics.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
About Universal Health Services (UHS)
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the years, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care centers in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom, UHS subsidiaries employ over 90,000 people. For additional information on the company, visit our web page: uhs.com.
