Senior Coordinator, Clinical Quality and Patient Safety

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Job Title:

Senior Coordinator, Clinical Quality and Patient Safety

Department:

Health System Shared Services | Quality and Operations

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) is committed to enhancing the safety of care provided to patients.  The Sr. Coordinator, Quality and Patient Safety will help in the development and implementation of various components of the patient safety program. Components of the program include but are not limited to: creating a culture of safety, accreditation and regulatory compliance, monitoring performance, education and awareness, performance improvement, event reporting, sentinel event and root cause analysis, proactive risk assessments and reward and recognition initiatives.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director, Patient Safety, assists in the development and implementation of various patient safety program initiatives aimed at improving care and reducing harm.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Registered Nurse required.

• 1 year of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

• Prior work experience in an acute clinical setting with demonstrated expertise in areas of health care quality & patient safety.

• Master’s Degree preferred.

• Six Sigma yellow belt or higher preferred.

• Minimum 5 years experience in an acute clinical setting with demonstrated expertise in areas of health care quality & patient safety preferred.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include

• An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.

• Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.

• Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.

• Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

• And much more!

Additional Information:

Location:

Ackerman Rd, 630 (2436)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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