Quality & Operational Improvement Specialist
Required Qualifications
- A BSN or Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or equivalent combination of related education and experience is required.
- Minimum of one year of related experience with data abstraction and/or analysis of clinical data.
- Demonstrated proficiency with electronic medical record, including reporting functions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of incorporating evidence-based practice techniques in a health care setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Power Point and Excel.
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Qualifications
- A Master’s degree in health-related field or informatics
- Current license to practice nursing in Iowa
- Demonstrated clinical experience with pediatric patients in a pediatric intensive care unit, cardiovascular intensive care unit and/or cardiac transplant
- Computer proficiency with databases or software applications
- Formal continuing education in performance improvement techniques, such as DMAIC, TQM, or similar nationally recognized techniques
- Professional certification related to healthcare quality (i.e. CPHQ, ASQ)
- Some (6 months - 1 year of experience) experience in public speaking, technical writing and/or teaching
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Applications and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
