What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gynecology Safety & Quality Specialist position at University of Illinois Chicago?
Hiring Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Location: Chicago, IL
Requisition ID: 1039735
Posting Close Date: May 1, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $110,000 to $150,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
About The University Of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Gynecology Safety & Quality Specialist, within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and in close collaboration with the UI Health Quality Department, promotes safe, high-quality care for patients receiving gynecologic services at UI Health. This role bridges frontline clinical operations with structured quality and patient safety oversight to support high-reliability care delivery across ambulatory, operating room, and inpatient gynecologic settings. Through dedicated oversight, the position helps ensure care delivery remains efficient, compliant, and aligned with established standards and best practices.
The role is clinically active within the department of obstetrics and gynecology, working collaboratively with frontline clinical teams, and may assist across multiple care settings, including outpatient clinics and operating rooms, as operational needs arise.
The position reports administratively within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a strong collaborative and reporting relationship to the Chief Quality Officer (or designee).
Duties & Responsibilities
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Location: Chicago, IL
Requisition ID: 1039735
Posting Close Date: May 1, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $110,000 to $150,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
About The University Of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Gynecology Safety & Quality Specialist, within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and in close collaboration with the UI Health Quality Department, promotes safe, high-quality care for patients receiving gynecologic services at UI Health. This role bridges frontline clinical operations with structured quality and patient safety oversight to support high-reliability care delivery across ambulatory, operating room, and inpatient gynecologic settings. Through dedicated oversight, the position helps ensure care delivery remains efficient, compliant, and aligned with established standards and best practices.
The role is clinically active within the department of obstetrics and gynecology, working collaboratively with frontline clinical teams, and may assist across multiple care settings, including outpatient clinics and operating rooms, as operational needs arise.
The position reports administratively within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a strong collaborative and reporting relationship to the Chief Quality Officer (or designee).
Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintain active clinical engagement within gynecology service areas, including outpatient clinics and perioperative settings, as operational needs require.
- Support adherence to established clinical standards, protocols, and workflows.
- Promote effective care coordination across ambulatory, procedural, and inpatient environments.
- Identify workflow inefficiencies, safety risks, and barriers impacting patient outcomes.
- Coordinate and track cases for the Gynecology Quality Improvement Committee. Assist with meetings as required.
- Participate in the development and advancement of gynecology service goals and objectives.
- Facilitate goal setting related to Gynecology quality priorities.
- Oversee data collection and preparation of the monthly quality dashboard.
- Prepare and disseminate monthly quality and safety reports, including HSQC reporting.
- Disseminate patient safety updates at the departmental and institutional levels.
- Co-lead quality improvement initiatives as directed by the Gynecology Executive Committee, Chief Quality Officer (or designee), or the UI Health system.
- Provide formal and informal safety education within the gynecology service line.
- Support the faculty mentoring program and other departmental mentoring initiatives related to gynecology quality and safety.
- Collaborate with the Continuous Quality & Process Improvement team within UI Health and the UIC College of Medicine.
- Collaborate with surgical and institutional committees and participate in perioperative safety initiatives.
- Collaborate with NSQIP in tracking of gynecology perioperative complications.
- Assist Risk Management in case review and safety assessments as needed.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
- Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field required.
- Current, unrestricted Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license required.
- Five (5) years of gynecologic, surgical, or obstetrical clinical experience with progressive responsibility.
- Experience in clinical safety and/or quality initiatives, preferably in a leadership role.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate and facilitate across teams.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Salary : $110,000 - $150,000