Emory Healthcare · 11 hours ago
Quality & Patient Safety Specialist
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expEmory Healthcare is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia, and they are seeking a Quality and Patient Safety Specialist responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring programs that promote high standards of patient care, safety, and satisfaction. This role involves collaboration with clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and improve care delivery.
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Responsibilities
Develops and executes project plans by managing multi-disciplinary quality and patient projects
Manages project timelines, agenda development, minutes, documents and presentation preparation, and reports on project progress
Coordinate and facilitate patient safety programs, including risk assessments, incident reporting, and root cause analyses
Develop and implement strategies to reduce medical errors and improve safety outcomes
Design, implement, and evaluate quality improvement projects using evidence-based methodologies (e.g., Plan-Do-Study-Act, Lean, Six Sigma)
Monitor clinical outcomes, analyze trends, and recommend changes to improve care delivery
Ensure adherence to standards set by accrediting bodies (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS) and assist with survey preparation and follow-up
Participate in readiness preparedness surveys
Review and facilitates the interpretation of regulations and standards to advise leadership and staff
Collect, analyze, and report quality metrics and safety data to stakeholders
Use data visualization tools to present findings effectively
Identify trends and areas for improvement using tools like root cause analysis (RCA)
Generate reports for leadership and regulatory bodies
Educate staff on quality and safety initiatives, policies, and best practices
Provide training on incident reporting, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance
Conduct training sessions for healthcare professionals on patient safety practices
Promote awareness of quality and safety initiatives and encourage reporting of near misses
Work with multidisciplinary teams to foster a culture of safety and quality
Act as a resource for staff and leadership regarding quality improvement and safety practices
Partner with staff to facilitate the investigation of patient safety events and near-misses, documenting findings and implementing preventive measures
Collaborate in the management of the reporting process for adverse events and regulatory compliance
Design and facilitate the implementation of policies to prevent medical errors, adverse events, and infections
Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to minimize risks to patients
Manage responses to adverse events, including patient communication and process review
Lead or participate in quality improvement projects (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
Develop strategies to enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes
Ensure the organization is prepared for external audits and inspections
Stay updated on changes in healthcare laws and standards
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare setting, with exposure to quality improvement and patient safety
Masters degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field
Candidates with extensive relevant experience (greater than 5 years) may be considered in lieu of a degree; for these candidates bachelor's degree will be required
Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation processes with deep understanding of regulations and accreditation requirements
Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and identify actionable insights
Excellent communication and leadership skills with demonstrated experience educating staff, engaging leadership and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve goals
Familiarity with healthcare analytics tools and software with proficiency in the use of quality data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, Tableau)
Preferred
Clinical background (e.g., RN, PT, etc.)
Lean Six Sigma or equivalent quality improvement certification OR Certification in Quality and Safety (e.g., CPHQ, CPPS) highly desirable
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits that start day one!
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
Family-focused benefits
Wellness incentives
Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs…. and more!
Company
Emory Healthcare
Emory Healthcare is the largest healthcare system in the state of Georgia., United States.
10001+ employees
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