Coordinator, Quality Improvement Ii - Los Angeles, United States - Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Introduction:

NATIONAL LEADERS IN PEDIATRIC CARE

Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides the best care for kids in California.

Here world-class experts in medicine, education and research work together to deliver family-centered care half a million times each year.

From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.

The CHLA of the future is brighter than can be imagined. Investments in technology, research and innovation will create care that is personal, convenient and empowering.

Our scientists will work with clinical experts to take laboratory discoveries and create treatments that are a perfect match for every patient.

And together, CHLA team members will turn health care into health transformation.

Join a hospital where the work you do will matter—to you, to your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families.

The work will be challenging, but always rewarding.

It's Work That Matters.

Overview:

Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Purpose Statement/Position Summary:

Quality Coordinator II (Data and Analytics - ACS NSQIP) is responsible for leading quality /performance improvement initiatives impacting core clinical processes and patient care functions.

With others in the Quality Improvement department, works collaboratively with managers and physicians to identify and enhance clinical issues that produce quantitative and qualitative results for internal and external customers.

Performance outcome deliverables include but are not limited to quality, safety and process improvement. Performs day-to-day Quality Improvement Activities in accordance with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational performance improvement. Supports the Quality and Safety Dashboard, and develops audit tools.

This Quality Coordinator will serve as a site coordinator for American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP).

Responsibilities of this coordinator include:

Performing clinical data abstraction for perioperative patients
Performing followups for participating patients via phone calls or letters
Validating and submitting NSQIP data
Analyzing and reviewing NSQIP Semi-Annual Report (SAR) with Surgical Performance Improvement Committee and perioperative leaders
Leading quality/performance improvement initiatives impacting core clinical processes and patient care functions
Creating and maintaining dashboards pertaining to quality outcomes and process metrics for periop services

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: 3+ years' experience related to Quality Improvement. 2+ years of nursing or other clinical experience strongly preferred, Peri-Operative experience preferred. Combination of work experience in a hospital and data analysis experience. Experience working with physicians and other health care professionals. Experience in Oracle Cerner EMR highly preferred. Experience leading or facilitating projects and initiatives strongly preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in health care or related field. Master's Preferred. NSQIP SCR certification highly preferred.

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health both here and across the globe.

As a premier Magnet teaching hospital, you'll find an environment that's alive with learning, rooted in care and compassion, and home to thought leadership and unwavering support.

CHLA is dedicated to creating hope and building healthier futures - for our patients, as well as for you and your career

CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California since 1932.

At Children's Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. CHLA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Diversity inspires innovation. Our experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.