Technical Project Specialist I/UKHC at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

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This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; intermittently performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Monday through Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm.

The Kentucky Regional Extension Center (Kentucky REC) is currently seeking a Technical Project Specialist I (Quality Improvement Advisor) to assist healthcare organizations with quality improvement; project planning and implementation; customer service; professional and staff development; and progress reporting. This position will support Kentucky REC’s work on the CDC’s Innovative Cardiovascular Health Program Grant, a multi-year cooperative agreement focused on reducing cardiovascular disease disparities—particularly hypertension and high cholesterol—among high-risk and underserved populations. The Technical Project Specialist will work with multiple stakeholders across the state on quality improvement initiatives; gather and analyze provider and EHR data; support tracking of clinical quality measures; develop and implement remediation plans; educate and assist providers on federal regulations; and track progress for project and grant reporting purposes, the role will support CDC-aligned strategies including team-based care, linkage to community resources, and addressing social determinants of health to improve cardiovascular outcomes. The Kentucky REC serves as a trusted advisor to healthcare organizations, clinicians, and leaders across the state, helping them navigate the complex and evolving healthcare environment. This is a 2 year grant-funded position.

The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service, and communication skills; and the ability to cooperate with fellow team members and co-workers.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in healthcare quality improvement.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.