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ScionHealth · 22 hours ago

Director of Quality

McAllen, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

3+ years exp

ScionHealth is dedicated to empowering caregivers and fostering a culture of care and curiosity. The Director of Quality will be responsible for planning and implementing the performance improvement program at the hospital, providing education to medical staff, and overseeing regulatory body surveys and performance improvement activities.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for planning and implementing the performance improvement program to meet the needs of the hospital

Facilitates performance improvement and CQI activities throughout the hospital through effective organizational skills and ongoing interaction with clinical chairpersons, nurse managers, ancillary department managers, administrative team, and Governing Body to facilitate the hospital-wide Performance Improvement program

Maintains awareness of changes in the regulations and requirements by accrediting bodies and current methodology and practices

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly

Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, CCO and administrative team

Uses database systems to document occurrences, medical staff review functions, committee review and actions

Compiles reports for committees and administrative team

Oversees preparation for review by regulatory agencies, educates and assists department managers to maintain appropriate policies and procedures to fulfill requirements and regulations

Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments

Consults with other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities

Participates in risk management and safety activities

Provides support and assistance to medical staff officers, committee chairpersons and Governing Body, as required

Serves as the primary liaison to the Regional Compliance Director, acting as the main point of contact for workforce members with compliance-related questions or concerns

Escalates compliance issues promptly to the Regional Compliance Director for review and guidance

Meets regularly with the Regional Compliance Director to discuss compliance concerns, trends, and areas for improvement

Prepares and submits quarterly compliance reports to facility leadership and the Regional Compliance Director for awareness, findings, and potential trends in the facility

Qualification

Healthcare degreeRegulationsAccreditation standards knowledgeCPHQ certificationRegistered Nurse licenseBasic computer skillsFluent EnglishCommunication skillsCritical thinkingTime management