Hospital Quality Data Analyst

Phoenix Children’s Hospital is the only specialty children’s hospital in Arizona and it is poised to become one of the foremost pediatric hospitals in the nation. The hospital is home to the state’s largest group of pediatric specialists and sub-specialists. In addition, the hospital continues to evolve its clinical practices and is working with leading local and national research partners to uncover new breakthroughs in pediatric medicine.

Currently a 299 bed facility, new construction plans were unveiled in October 2006 that include the building of two new patient bed towers and expansion in bed capacity and other key programs and services over the course of the next several years. In short, PCH is a growing, thriving organization where opportunities for personal development and promotion of our employees will continue in years to come.

Primary Purpose
Provides support of hospital-wide quality improvement, patient safety analysis and improvement as well as decision making activities to optimize care and services for neonate to young adults through an interdisciplinary model.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health care or closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute
• Current State of Arizona RN license and CPHQ certification required: may have other healthcare background and experience that may qualify
• Must have at least 3 years clinical nursing experience; pediatric experience preferred or similar work in healthcare
• Familiarity with JCAHO and other required standards.
• Strong analytical and sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within teams.

We offer excellent benefits, including . . .
* 401(k)
* Medical, Dental & Vision
* Life & Disability Insurance
* Flexible Spending Account
* Educational Assistance
* Relocation Assistance
* And a host of voluntary supplemental benefits

To apply for this position or for additional information about other opportunities, please visit our website www.phoenixchildrens.com/employment EOE

date posted: May 7, 2008

Director of Quality and Accreditation

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for all aspects of the quality and accreditation program at NIA. Serves as a member of the management team in designing, implementing, and monitoring quality operations and the accreditation program. Responsible for quality committees, performance indicators and analytics, letter integration, complaints, accreditation program, coordination of satisfaction surveys, and integration of quality improvement processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Direct and supervise quality improvement, letter integration and complaint staff and projects to meet NIA goals for the quality and accreditation program.
• Ensure that studies and activities are conducted with appropriate feedback from customer organizations, NIA departments, and member and provider input.
• In consultation with NIA leadership, set priorities for improving operations based on data from performance indicators, delegation audits and quality improvement processes.
• Serve as liaison with department managers to ensure that needs are met for internal and external reporting and analytics and the development of decision support tools.
• Oversee internal and external audit procedures to meet customer requirements, accreditation standards and goals of the CMC/unit.
• Serve as co-chair of NIA Quality Improvement Committee and provide oversight of committee documentation. Direct CQI and quality methodology training program for staff.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: MA/MS/MBA
• Experience: > 8yrs.
• Industry: Job Specific: 5 – 8 years of experience with management level and supervisory experience
• Will accept an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Other: Knowledge of quality improvement processes, performance measurement, CQI tools and data reporting applications.
• Knowledge of CQI training and QIA methodology. Demonstrated management and leadership skills.
• Computer Skills: Expertise in data management software including spreadsheet development and use.

Apply online here

Terri Holub
tmholub@magellanhealth.com

date posted: April 18, 2008

A nice place to visit.
A great place to work.
An exceptional career for you.

Scottsdale Healthcare is setting the standard for personalized care for the people of Scottsdale and nearby communities. With two of our hospitals, Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn and Scottsdale Healthcare Shea, achieving Magnet status as well as the excitement over the opening of our third hospital Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak, it's no wonder we've been recognized as one of Arizona's Best Places to Work for the past three consecutive years. AARP has also named us a Best Place to Work for the past five consecutive years-the only Phoenix area company to win in 2007. At each of our three facilities, you'll experience advanced technology, supportive management and outstanding opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Director - Medical Staff Services
Responsible for leading the overall strategy development and implementation related to the formal medical staff structure, relationships, and communication. The position leads development and implementation of the strategy for overall physician communication. The position provides the point of coordination for relationships between Scottsdale Healthcare and the primary care physicians in the organization's service area.

Related Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred Must have 5 years medical staff services experience, including 2 years in strategic planning Knowledge of medical staff relationships and physician practice issues, medico-legal issues and laws, regulatory agency requirements and standards is required

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits!

To learn more about us and our opportunities, visit:
www.shc.org/employment

EOE/AA

date posted: April 11, 2008