Administrative Dir Healthcare

Job summary
The director of quality, safety and patient experience for the adult hospitals Plans, directs and coordinates administrative and operational activities Develops and implements short and long-range goals and objectives
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Responsible for the development, measurement, and sustainability of Adult Hospitals segment quality and patient safety program; with an aim of reducing preventable harm and producing quality outcomes • Coordinates hospital-wide patient safety initiatives • Acts as a change agent to lead, facilitate, and support hospital and medical staff to create and sustain a culture of high reliability • Manages and oversees the coordination of the segment daily Safety Huddle and ensures processes are in place for appropriate follow up, resolution, and communication • Ensures quality and safety efforts are integrated with the Hospital Operating System and there is an appropriate flow of quality and safety information between Safety Huddle, Leadership Huddle and unit/department DMS huddles • Coordinates and facilitates the Adult Hospitals Quality & Safety Committee • Establishes & executes standing calendar of reports by relevant segment stakeholders • Works with individuals at all levels of the Adult Hospitals segment on the execution of plans to improve key performance metrics • Other responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
• Masters degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration, Nursing or other clinical field • At least 5 years experience in progressive management or administrative experience at a strategic level managing clinical operations • Demonstrated skill in project management and process redesign • Documented strong interpersonal communication skills and achievements in leading teams • Ability to work effectively across organizational lines and with diverse people • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where high energy, resiliency and attention to detail are required • Proficient use of word processing, spreadsheets and data base • Experience with Adult Hospitals services in a health care system