Behavioral Health Director of Quality

Position Summary

The Director of Quality is responsible for the integration and coordination of the facility quality/performance improvement program; integration and coordination of the medical staff services function; coordination of the risk management function; and assistance with maintaining facility-wide compliance with regulatory guidelines/standards.

Posted Salary Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.

Wage Commensuration

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops plans and manages processes that measure, assess, and improve the quality of care in the following areas: facility governance, staffing, management, and clinical/support activities.
• Develops and manages Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance principles and methods.
• Develops and manages processes to continually assess and improve patient outcomes.
• Encourages participation of all managerial staff in cross-organizational performance improvement activities.
• Forwards all relevant information to the responsible leaders and individuals.
• Meets organizational benchmarks for key quality areas.
• Serves as the Chairman of the Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance Committee and is responsible for gathering information from each department and assisting with presentation to the committee. Prepares committee meeting minutes in an accurate and timely manner. The Administrator remains responsible for follow up with all departments related to Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance.
• Formulates Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance data gathering activities and preparation of findings for appropriate meetings.
• Assures timely follow-up on recommendations for action emanating from Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance meetings, with direct oversight from the Administrator.
• Provides educational and technical assistance to facility departments and facility staff.
• Assists in interpreting regulatory guidelines and facility standards and effectuating mechanisms toward full compliance.
• Responsible for integrating the findings of the Performance Improvement/Quality Assurance program with risk management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• RN, BS degree preferred.
• A minimum of two years of nursing experience, licensed physical therapist or licensed social worker. Or a masters in a health related field. Prior management experience preferred.
• Must possess current license in state(s) in which practicing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification is preferred.
• Must have the ability to be empathetic
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must have excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must have the ability to effectively utilize electronic medical records software.

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families) 
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets