Quality Assurance Project Assistant - School of Population Health

Company: Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

The 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health, as part of its implementation of the Pathways Community HUB model seeking to impact health outcomes in the region, is hiring a Quality Assurance Assistant (QAA). This position is located in Johnstown, PA.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The Quality Assurance Project Assistant analyzes, develops and implements improvement activities to increase compliance with operational policies to improve outcomes within the Pathways Community HUB (HUB).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Develops and implements a Pathways Community HUB Quality Improvement Plan
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Develops Quality Improvement strategies for Care Coordination Agencies and the HUB and conducts quality improvement audits
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Monitors the referrals coming into and out of the Pathways Community HUB from the Care Coordination Agencies and referral partners
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Provides technical assistance to the Care Coordination Agencies and referral partners specific to the Care Coordination System platform and HUB model
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Reviews weekly reporting to monitor referrals and outcomes
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Assists in the preparation, distribution and presentation of data and reports
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Coordinates regular site visits and meetings with Care Coordination Agencies and Community Health Workers and Supervisors
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Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL CONTACTS:
Care coordination agencies, community health workers, social service agencies, Pathways Institute personnel, JCPH faculty and staff



EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in social sciences, social work or nursing. Master's Degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Prior experience is preferred. Prior experience in the area of quality improvement, data entry/retrieval procedures and operation of word processing and computer equipment or equivalent combinations of experience and/or education.

As an employer, the Jefferson Enterprise maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.

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