Attention to detail and accuracy knowledge of the Internet, evidence-based medicine, good clinical inquiry and investigational aptitude Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Strong public speaking skills and demonstrated ability in presenting to a variety of co-workers, including physicians, clinicians, administration, and support staff self-directed and able to perform independently with minimal oversight, ability to travel throughout the hospital. The Cardiac Quality Improvement Specialist partners with leaders and multidisciplinary teams to drive high‑impact cardiac quality initiatives, modeling and teaching improvement principles while developing project plans, conducting chart audits, and analyzing outcomes against national benchmarks.