Quality Improvement Specialist (Community Family Clinic) Idaho Falls

Status: Exempt / SALARY Reports to: Clinic Administrator Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Paid Holidays

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

• Work with key Community Family Clinic (CFC) staff to assist in implementing and manage "Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Plan" targeting improved patient care, integration of services and the enhancement of the patient experience of care
• Collect, analyze and report on data to assess the quality and appropriateness of care and treatment of patients and to provide oversight in the allocation and utilization of program resources
• Work with CFC leadership on the implementation and management of the Primary Care Medical Home (PCMH) operations, including program grant reporting and survey requirements
• Work with CFC leadership to direct PCMH and accreditation operational activities to reach and maintain goals
• Monitor medical & behavioral health programs to ensure compliance/effectiveness with regulatory standards, policies and procedures
• Oversee all aspects of the Uniform Data System (UDS) including: Database upkeep, software updates, reports and submissions
• Track and report on PCMH, quality and accreditation standard policies and regulations
• Integrate and interface with other programs and organizations
• Observe compliance with "Meaningful use" program including working with IT and meeting measurement thresholds that range from recording patient information as structured data to exchanging summary care records
• Champion the improvement of effective and efficient operations throughout CFC sites
• Work closely with Clinic Administrator, Medical Director, and management staff to ensure staff are appropriately trained and empowered to provide outstanding patient care consistent with PCMH
• Participate in ongoing trainings and professional development opportunities
• Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines and remain calm and professional under pressure
• Maintain strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA standards
• Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with CC Idaho, Joint Commission, OSHA and HIPAA regulations