NYC Health + Hospitals

Associate Director, Quality Assurance

NYC Health + Hospitals$100K — $130K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Baccalaureate or Master's Degree in Public Administration, Public Health or Health Care Specialization.
  • 5-7 years of incremental experience in hospital administration focusing on health care delivery evaluation.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Quality Improvement and Risk Management.
  • Experience with electronic medical records chart review and reporting.
  • Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain monitoring systems for compliance with health care standards.
  • Assist in establishing policies for Quality Assurance and Utilization Review.
  • Oversee hospital performance monitoring for standards compliance.
  • Coordinate hospitals' engagement with Professional Standards Review Organizations (P.S.R.O).
  • Supervise utilization review committees across health facilities.
  • Review relevant legislation and enact policies accordingly.
  • Negotiate with P.S.R.O. on behalf of the corporation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits for employees working 20+ hours per week.
  • Retirement savings and pension plans available.
  • Paid holidays and vacation per union contracts.
  • Loan forgiveness programs for eligible staff.
  • Tuition discounts and professional development support.
  • College savings programs offered.
  • Union benefits applicable to eligible employees.
  • Various employee discount programs available.
  • Commuter benefits to ease transportation costs.
Full Job Description


Work Shifts

8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M
9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M

Evening availability required

Weekend availability required

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position:

Under general supervision, develops and maintains systems for monitoring standards for professional activities as mandated under Federal and State legislation. Provides guidance and advice with respect to policies and priorities in the development of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review.

Examples of Typical Tasks:
1. Monitors hospital performance to assure compliance with professional standards.
2. Directs and coordinates the implementation of hospitals' representation and participation in Professional Standards Review Organization.
3. Monitors utilization review committees in all health facilities.
4. Reviews legislation and implementing administrative procedures and policies of Professional Standards Review Organization in New York City.
5. Represents the Corporation in negotiations and discussions with P.S.R.O. representatives.

Minimum Qualifications

* Qualification for Central Office.
# Qualification for Health Care Facility.
1. a. A Baccalaureate Degree in Public Administration, Public Health or Health Care Specialization; and,
b. Five* years or four# years of increasingly responsible experience in hospital administration, with particular emphasis on development and evaluation of health care delivery services; or,
2. a. A Master's Degree in Public Administration, Public Health or Health Care Specialization; and,
b. Four* years or three# years of increasingly responsible experience in hospital administration, with particular emphasis on development and evaluation of health care delivery services.

Department Preferences

  • Comprehensive knowledge of Quality Improvement and Risk Management principles and practices.
  • Experience with chart review and reporting functions in electronic medical records.
  • Working knowledge of FQHC program and its requirements is highly preferred.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff from senior leadership to line workers in order to coach and assist.
  • Interest in continuous learning and a commitment to staying informed on regulatory changes.


Benefits

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
  • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
  • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
  • College Savings Program
  • Union Benefits for eligible titles
  • Multiple employee discounts programs
  • Commuter Benefits Programs


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About NYC Health + Hospitals

NYC Health + Hospitals is a healthcare system that provides medical care to residents of New York City. The system was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in New York, New York. NYC Health + Hospitals has a network of hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities throughout the city. The system provides a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. NYC Health + Hospitals is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to all New Yorkers, regardless of their ability to pay.
Learn more about NYC Health + Hospitals
Size
42,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$500,000
5 Year Trend
-10%
Revenue
$7 billion

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