Quality Improvement Specialist II

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Quality Improvement Specialist II is responsible for providing support services to PACE centers & staff in the areas of root cause analysis, process improvement techniques, and working with corporate operations staff in the definition and enhancement of existing processes in order to improve PACE site efficiencies and patient outcomes. Responsible for the administrative and quality management, planning, development, implementation and evaluation/assessment of clinical care services/programs. Reviews and performs medical records data review and analysis related to quality care issues, coordination with the PACE sites to sustain improvements in quality measures and service outcomes to meet the demands of regulations set forth by the California Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS), Centers for Medicaid Services (CMS) and other programs. This position coordinates with internal and external customers to meet deliverables throughout the year.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree prepared in (Nursing, Social Work, and Healthcare Management) or Licensed as an RN in the State of California preferred. 

• A minimum of two years’ experience in process improvement and/or other quality management/improvement related experience preferred.

• Geriatric experience as required by CMS PACE regulations.

• Advanced certification or licensure in health care or process improvement is preferred (Lean or six sigma, IHI)

• Prior experience a minimum of one year with an Electronic Health/Medical System (E.H.R/E.M.R) -NextGen preferred. 

• Current BLS certification.

Compensation

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days 
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.