Bariatric Surgery Quality Coordinator Senior

Department:

02401 AMG Summit - Surgery: General

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

20

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

The position is 20 hours a week, with every other Thursday required to be on-site for the department meeting. The other hours would be worked remote, with some flexibility in the days/times.

Pay Range:

$38.20 - $57.30

MAJOR RESPONSIBILTIES

• Ensures the program meets expectations set forth by governing agencies and accreditation criteria.
• In collaboration with operational leadership, maintains and ensures compliance with all policies and procedures related to the program.
• Plans, implements and revises the bariatric program in collaboration with operational leadership based on the needs of and feedback from, patients and care providers in accordance with MBSAQIP standards of care.
• Collaborates on an ongoing basis with the program director, operational leaders, cross functional team leaders, clinic staff and physicians to promote communication, anticipate and identify needs of the program and clients and implement solutions. Integrates evidence-based practice into program improvements.
• Provides orientation and education related to the program for all stakeholders, including staff.
• Maintains knowledge of the preoperative, perioperative and postoperative processes (pathways, protocols and all elements associated with the coordination of patient care. Contributes to development of pathways.
• Serves as an educational resource regarding MBSAQIP and other regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates, facilitates, implements and participates in care management and quality improvement initiatives/ teams. Develops process improvement plans with leadership and departments to analyze, monitor and ensure high levels of quality and performance. Identifies opportunities for improvement, makes recommendations and leads implementation fo best practices to meet established goals.
• Interprets and communicates care management and quality results in a way that the customer understands. Monitors outcomes data and collection. Meets with providers and staff to assist with problem-solving and improvement strategies.
• Coordinates, facilitates and implements best practice strategies for assigned patient populations to meet quality and cost goals

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

License/Registration/Certification Required: Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, or Dietitian (RD) registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Education Required: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Dietary or healthcare related field.

Experience Required: Typically requires 5 years of experience in health care or clinical quality improvement. (Experience in bariatrics preferred).

KNOLWEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of medical terminology, basic anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Knowledge of general computer applications, including Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to manage data entry deadlines and accreditation processes as necessary.
• Demonstrates strong problem solving, leadership, conflict management and team building skills.
• Knowledge of evidence based best practice resources to promote efficiency and effective outcomes.
• Knowledge of quality improvement principles, project management and team facilitation.
• Ability to analyze complex data and communicate sensitive information.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Certification Addendum
• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to drive to various sites so therefore will be exposed to weather and road conditions.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Exposed to normal office environment.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.