Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Children's Health
Job overview
The Clinical Quality Improvement Consultant at Children's Health leads and manages clinical quality improvement projects to optimize clinical care and enhance patient outcomes within the inpatient services department.
Responsibilities and impact
The consultant reviews quality and safety data, identifies improvement opportunities, collaborates with project teams to develop and implement CQI projects using quality improvement methodologies, facilitates educational activities, and assists in developing clinical guidelines and protocols.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include medical plan premiums covered after 3 years, 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure, paid parental leave up to 12 weeks, caregiver leave, and adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Experience and skills
Requires at least 5 years of healthcare experience, preferably 3 years in quality or process improvement, with graduate or advanced degree or equivalent experience; Lean Six Sigma and RN/BLS certifications preferred.
Career development
Opportunities include involvement in educational and research activities related to CQI, development of quality improvement curriculum, and participation in professional dissemination such as posters and manuscripts.
Work environment and culture
Children's Health values diversity, inclusion, and culturally effective care, fostering a respectful environment where all employees can contribute meaningfully.
Company information
Children's Health is a pediatric healthcare organization affiliated with UT Southwestern, dedicated to improving children's health through advanced treatments and community engagement.
Team overview
The consultant works within the inpatient services administration team, collaborating closely with project leaders, senior directors, and multidisciplinary teams on quality improvement initiatives.
Job location and travel
The position is on-site in Dallas, working day shifts Monday through Friday.
Unique job features
The role involves leading innovative CQI projects with access to cutting-edge clinical data and methodologies, and contributing to educational and research dissemination efforts.
Company overview
Children's Health is a leading pediatric health care system in North Texas, providing comprehensive care through its hospitals, specialty centers, and primary care locations. The organization generates revenue through patient services, partnerships, and various health programs. Established over a century ago, Children's Health has a rich history of innovation and dedication to improving children's health outcomes. It is affiliated with UT Southwestern Medical Center, enhancing its research and clinical capabilities.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience in clinical quality improvement, emphasizing your ability to lead CQI projects, develop SMART aims, and implement PDSA/PDCA cycles as described in the job.
Focus on showcasing your skills in analyzing quality and safety data, creating run charts and control charts, and collaborating on clinical protocols and educational materials to align with Children's Health's priorities.
Apply through multiple channels including the Children's Health corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and other healthcare job boards to maximize your application's reach.
Connect with professionals in the Inpatient Services Administration or Clinical Quality Improvement teams at Children's Health on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent CQI initiatives at Children's Health or asking about their experience working on quality improvement projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'clinical quality improvement,' 'PDSA cycles,' 'SMART aims,' 'run charts,' 'Lean Six Sigma,' and 'clinical protocol development' to ensure it passes automated screening.
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