Quality and Patient Safety Specialist in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Quality and Patient Safety Specialist in United States.
This role is focused on advancing patient safety and clinical quality across a multi-site oncology care network, ensuring that patients receive safe, evidence-based, and consistently high-quality care. You will contribute directly to improving clinical outcomes by identifying gaps in care, leading quality improvement initiatives, and supporting patient safety programs. The position blends analytical work, field-based assessments, and cross-functional collaboration with clinical and operational teams. You will help drive a culture of continuous improvement by translating data into actionable insights and guiding teams in best practices. With a mix of remote work and up to 50% travel, you will engage directly with clinic teams to assess performance and implement improvements. This is a mission-driven role where your work has a direct impact on patient outcomes and care quality.
- Lead clinical quality improvement initiatives aimed at closing gaps in care, including preventive screening tracking and performance improvement projects.
- Support patient safety programs by reviewing adverse event reports, conducting root cause analyses, and contributing to protocol updates and improvements.
- Conduct regular site audits across clinical locations to ensure adherence to patient safety standards and quality best practices.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including nursing, providers, and operations, to implement ASCO QOPI quality measures and improvement initiatives.
- Develop and deliver training materials and educational programs to support staff understanding of patient safety and quality improvement methodologies.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on quality metrics and project outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory expectations.
- Facilitate workshops, support cross-functional communication, and maintain comprehensive documentation of all quality improvement activities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, nursing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality improvement, healthcare operations, or a related clinical quality role.
- Strong understanding of quality improvement methodologies, patient safety principles, and healthcare performance metrics.
- Experience conducting root cause analysis, gap analysis, and implementing corrective action plans.
- Highly organized with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills across clinical and operational teams.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Lean/Six Sigma certification is preferred.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $90,000 USD
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Opportunity to directly impact patient safety and clinical outcomes in oncology care
- Hybrid work model combining remote flexibility with up to 50% travel to clinical sites
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation
- Professional development opportunities in healthcare quality and patient safety
- Supportive team culture grounded in empathy, excellence, and collaboration.