Must reside in Texas
BenefitsPaid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
A Performance Improvement Specialist facilitates the development and definition of ideas that will improve the organization. This role supports the DCHP's quality improvement programs and coordinates quality management efforts, including development, implementation, data collection, and analysis.
Extensive working knowledge of HEDIS, with proven experience and knowledge of quality improvement principles, practices and procedures.n planning and managing the entire HEDIS project lifecycle.Demonstrated working knowledge of the HEDIS Roadmap completion process.Skilled in HEDIS data analysis to identify and create interventions for care gaps.Knowledgeable in the planning and process of medical record review and abstraction.Knowledge of the chase logic used in medical record review.Plan, design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive program of continuous quality improvement (CQI). Assists in educating new staff, providers about the quality improvement (QI) systems and requirements.Knowledge of quality improvement principles, practices and procedures.Deep understanding of Performance Improvement Projects (PIPs) and proven capability in their development, documentation (writing), maintenance (updates), and data analysis.Analyze medical records and supporting documentation to verify quality of care.Assist in preparing the annual QI evaluation report and plan/program documents.Possess working knowledge of the Uniform Managed Care Manual, Uniform Managed Care Contract, URAC/NCQA standards, and the ability to apply these concepts effectively to daily tasks.Possesses working knowledge of the following quality programs: Alternative Payment Models, Pay for Quality, and Texas Health Steps, with the ability to apply this knowledge to the required implementation, monitoring, and calculations for each.Possesses the maturity, sound judgment, experience, and confidence to practice independently in challenging and diverse situations.Communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and coherently. Apply balanced judgment when evaluating situations and making decisions.Demonstrated ability to remain resourceful and calm while managing multiple competing initiatives, deadlines, and deliverables, particularly during process build-out.Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Certification specializing in Lean Healthcare Mgmt. preferred.Project Mgmt Professional preferred.Registered Nurse preferred.Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing preferred.Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.Additional PreferencesAdditional preferences:
Bachelor's Degree in nursing or other health science degree, a must have.2 years of registered nurse experience, preferred.2 years of HEDIS experience, preferred.Skilled in building and managing collaborative relationships, and coordinating initiatives across internal teams and outside groups, a must have.Strong communication skills for responding effectively to all internal and external inquiries and complaints, a must have.#LI-Remote
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