Quality & Safety Specialist Senior

Site: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Job Summary

Summary
Responsible for leading and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and promoting a culture of safety within the hospital. This position involves monitoring and improving quality and safety metrics, conducting assessments, implementing initiatives to enhance overall healthcare quality and guiding and mentoring junior staff.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Develop, implement, and oversee quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
-Promote and cultivate a culture of safety within the hospital.
-Develop and implement strategies to engage staff in safety initiatives and reporting.
-Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including patient outcomes, readmission rates, and other performance indicators.
-Lead performance improvement projects related to patient safety and quality of care.
-Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
-Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality reporting requirements.
-Analyze and report on quality and safety data regularly.

 

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, or a related field within a healthcare setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
- Ability to lead or mentor staff.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Remote Type

Hybrid

 

Work Location

311 Service Road

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual

 

Grade

7

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package