What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist-Quality position at UAB Medicine?
- Department: Total Quality Management 001
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
- Work Location: Ridge Park Administration, Hybrid
- Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
Maintain, document and utilize specialty databases. Collect, store, retrieve and communicate quality-related data/information.
- Collect data from various sources including medical records, clinical information systems, logs/records, interviews, national and state databases and governing organizations.
- Manage requests for data and provide comprehensive quality management reports including utilization, outcome studies and scorecards. Generate summary reports of clinical measures and required regulatory/accreditation measure for administrative and clinical staff.
- Conduct data retrieval, aggregation, analysis and reports. Provide team support for performance improvement, quality management and patient safety initiatives. May also participate in audits of medical records, departments and patient care areas for compliance with key regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Maintain various quality databases including loading import files, generating and working data status reports. Verify accuracy of records, produce export files and identify inconsistencies in system operations and alerts appropriate staff.
What You Will Need
- 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.
No additional preferences.
About UAB St. Vincent’s
UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.