We are seeking a Performance Improvement Coordinator, also referred to as a Quality Improvement Coordinator or Process Improvement Coordinator. A Performance Improvement Coordinator is essentially the person who keeps a pulse on how well the hospital is meeting its patient care, safety, and regulatory standards. The Performance Improvement Coordinator in our Quality Assurance Department collects and analyzes data, leads improvement initiatives, ensures regulatory compliance, promotes patient safety, educates staff, and coordinates reporting to enhance care quality and outcomes. 

Shift’s Available:  Days (No weekends, holidays or call) 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Hours: 8-hour shifts – 8:00am to 5:00pm  

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options 

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 

• Employer 401K options 

• Tuition reimbursement options  

• Life, disability, and other insurance options 

• Many other amazing benefits 

** The Performance Improvement Coordinator works with leadership to implement organization-wide quality initiatives, ensuring compliance through chart reviews, data abstraction, outcomes analysis, and staff education. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

• Monitor and analyze performance data from patient care metrics, incident reports, satisfaction surveys, and operational indicators to identify trends and improvement areas 

• Facilitate quality improvement projects using PDSA, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies in collaboration with leaders and clinical teams to create action plans 

• Ensure regulatory compliance with standards from The Joint Commission, CMS, and state agencies, preparing documentation for audits and accreditation surveys 

• Promote patient safety by tracking events and near misses with the Patient Safety Officer and recommending process changes to reduce risks 

• Educate and train staff on quality improvement processes, documentation requirements, compliance standards, and best practices 

• Coordinate quality and safety committees by preparing agendas, tracking follow-up actions, and reporting performance metrics to leadership 

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:  

• State RN Licensure or Certification in a healthcare field
• Excellent computer skills are required including proficiency in (MS Office (Word, Excel, Access)
• Experience in reviewing charts for care issues
• Detail oriented organizational skills
• Must be able to handle multiple cases, directions and be able to follow-through
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Experience with Medical Staff communication a must
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills with exceptional professional work ethics
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, database and typing

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

• Bachelor's Degree in healthcare related field

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ 

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