Quality Improvement Coordinator

Responsible for data entry and analysis and incorporating benchmarked data results in leading and managing Heart and Vascular Center quality improvement initiatives impacting core clinical processes and critical patient care functions. Works collaboratively with Heart and Vascular leadership administrators managers and physicians to identify and enhance strategic clinical issues which produce quantitative and qualitative results for both internal and external Medical Center customers. This position requires an occasional on-site presence.

• Provides effective Project Management/Leadership to ensure completion of Medical Center Quality and Performance Improvement projects to meet goals and objectives.
  
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in specific patient population(s) related to projects managed.
  
• Technical Execution: Demonstrates technical execution in collection verification and analysis of data.
  
• Leadership & Training/Development: Provides leadership and training/development to project team members.
  
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Communicates effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel.
  
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited program of clinical specialty; i.e. RN Radiography Pharmacy Social Work or Therapy Services. RN preferred.
Experience: 3 years of clinical quality or regulatory experience required.
Licensure: Must hold current License of Specialty area. RN license preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: (computer work). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.

The starting base rate for this role is $92,193.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
  
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Certification and education support
  
• Generous Paid Time Off
  

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .