Director, Quality and Regulatory Programs

1 month ago


Easton, United States American Health Quality Association Full time

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY Provides organizational leadership and content expertise for quality and regulatory affairs to all Shore Regional Health (SRH) entities. Collaborates with and participates in UMMS system-wide quality and regulatory initiatives to ensure SRH alignment and performance in accordance with UMMS standards and expectations. Regulatory Affairs Establishes and leads the organization in maintaining continuous regulatory and survey readiness culture for all entities and facilities operated by SRH. Primary duties include educating, monitoring, and identifying areas of opportunity to assure standards for accrediting agencies such as the Joint Commission, Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Commission for the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Services, as well as other regulatory institutions as necessary. Leads and works collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve positive outcomes. Quality Establishes and leads the organization in maintaining compliance with all required and applicable quality reporting to internal and external stakeholders. Ensures the accuracy and appropriateness of all data collected and reported. Identifies data driven opportunities for clinical improvement and takes action to address, including leading quality improvement teams and partnering with applicable department leaders as stakeholders and process owners. Oversees the organizational policy management process. Serves as a subject matter expert regarding the HSCRC quality programs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Develops, implements, and manages system-wide programs to promote continuous compliance with accreditation standards, Medicare/Medicaid Conditions of Participation/Coverage, and related requirements of the State of Maryland. Manages official communication with accrediting and regulatory bodies assuring timely completion of reports, corrective action plans, and responses to inquiries. Oversees and participates in the survey process including identifying individuals to be involved in survey activities, communicating survey timelines, and providing coaching/issue clarification as needed. Develops a palpable state of continual readiness in daily operations, as well as emergent situations. Facilitates tracer and mock survey activities throughout UM SRH and develops action plans in response to findings in collaboration with department leaders. Reviews literature, communication, and scouting reports regarding updates in regulatory standards and survey processes. Facilitates change to insure implementation of learnings. Acts as a consultant and advisor to organizational leadership, including physician leaders, in developing and sustaining an organizational culture which consistently produces high reliability outcomes. Serves as a change agent for the organization, assists organizational leaders and teams to facilitate major change and sustainable organizational improvement. Acts as a consultant and advisor to departmental leadership to build consensus and support for quality improvement initiatives at the organizational and departmental level. Develops compelling value propositions and business cases for proposed initiatives. Primary subject matter expert for regulatory quality and performance improvement standards (i.e. The Joint Commission PI and CMS QAPI), leads efforts to achieve and maintain compliance. Educates all levels of the organization regarding regulatory and quality standards and techniques. Evaluates and revises the Quality Improvement Program to reflect current developments, national trends, and best practices. Provides oversight to quality improvement committees and accreditation readiness teams. Participates in other committees as identified by leadership.

Partners with the Patient Safety team in facilitation and support of root cause analysis and FMEA. Partners with the UM SRH Transformation Office in support of high reliability organizing and performance improvement.

Oversees the UM SRH policy management program, partnering with process owners in ensuring all UM SRH organizational policies are up to date and relevant. Leads quality and regulatory team members on a daily basis, participates in the development of departmental goals, fosters a departmental culture of learning, achievement, and growth. Develops and manages operational budgets to ensure optimal financial performance of respective departments.

Company Description

At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland. Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in health care or business-related field and at least five years health care experience in a clinical discipline, including at least three years quality, regulatory affairs and/or operations leadership experience (or equivalent). Knowledge of accreditation standards, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and State licensure regulations required. Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, listening, and computer skills required. State of Maryland clinical licensure preferred. CPHQ certification preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Advanced oral and written communication skills; demonstrated skill in collaborating effectively with team members, peers, and executive management. Ability to challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization, including looking at situations from different viewpoints. Advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and accreditation standards, requirements, and issues in health care. Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities. Skill in using a variety of operations performance improvement techniques such as Lean and Six Sigma. Experience and advanced skill in facilitating groups. Strong skills in data analysis and display Project management and problem-solving skills Note: This job description is based on an evaluation of the position at the time this description was written. This job description will change from time to time as tasks, organization, and technology change. Accordingly, the employer reserves the right to revise all or any part of this job description and the essential functions of the job and to add or eliminate essential functions of any position. Designation of any job duty as an "essential function" is not intended as an assurance or guarantee that an employee has any right to perform the particular job duty, except as required by the employer. This is not a contract of employment. This position requires a person who exhibits a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, the ability to work productively under stress, and who displays a professional demeanor and is able to prioritize work loads. Must be willing to travel among facilities. Additional Information

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