Quality Improvement Advisor - Missouri

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, public health, or a related field, required or equivalent experience (i.e. 10 years healthcare experience, associate’s degree with 5+ years’ experience, etc.) Healthcare quality improvement experience required In-depth knowledge of the principles of quality improvement practices and methodologies used in nursing home, primary care, and/or hospital settings Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with C-suite leaders, clinicians, administrators, and other health professionals Familiarity with state and federal regulations impacting nursing homes, hospitals, and/or physician practices, including CMS quality measures, value-based payment models, and accreditation standards Ability to coach and facilitate improvement activities with providers and partners, providing technical assistance in designated subject matter expertise or setting-specific areas

Serve as the primary liaison and coach for healthcare facilities within your state Identify areas for improving patient care and outcomes Implement improvement activities and achieve healthcare goals Collaborate with health care providers to identify the need for and drive measurable improvements in patient outcomes Partner with local, state, and national organizations to connect providers and patients to relevant initiatives and learning opportunities Analyze state- and provider-level quality data Facilitate learning collaboratives Provide technical assistance to facilities as they implement evidence-based practices