Quality Program Specialist

Summary

TeleSpecialists is transforming healthcare delivery as the nation's largest and fastest-growing digital healthcare leader. By providing expert neurological and psychiatric care directly to over 400 hospitals and health systems across the country, we don't just provide care; we pioneer solutions that make quality healthcare easily accessible.Join a team where your passion meets our purpose. If you're inspired by innovation, thrive in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, and want to be a part of a team that's reshaping the future of patient care, we want you on our team. At TeleSpecialists, you'll discover more than just a job. You will be able to experience meaningful work, accelerated career growth, and the opportunity to redefine healthcare for the future.Tele Specialists Offers: A great culture with a team environmentA fun, diverse work environmentA rapidly growing company with career advancement opportunitiesMedical, Dental and Vision benefitsTuition ReimbursementPaid VacationLeadership Training ClassesAbout The Role: The Quality Program Specialist supports high-quality performance between TeleSpecialists and its hospital partners for Tele-Neurology services, including Stroke Alert protocols and inpatient neurological care. This role champions continuous improvement and error reduction initiatives through data-driven analysis, quality improvement tools, and strong client collaboration. Reporting to Quality leadership, the Quality Program Specialist supports service implementation from go-live through contract renewal, strengthens customer relationships, and contributes to improved patient outcomes, customer satisfaction, contract retention, and overall organizational performanceEssential Duties and Responsibilities: Customer and Program Support Supports customer implementation activities, including value stream mapping and go-live executionManages ongoing customer performance improvement relationshipsServes as a liaison between TeleSpecialists virtual neurology providers, client physicians, and medical staff officesProvides program management support for internal and external quality-related initiativesQuality Management and Compliance Ensures processes align with ISO, DNV, and The Joint Commission standardsServes as the primary quality control resource for issue identification, resolution, and continuous improvement between TeleSpecialists and client sitesImplements and documents procedures related to process control, quality review, and process improvementEstablishes and monitors performance metrics to assess system effectiveness and support customer decision-makingData Analysis and Continuous Improvement Performs root-cause analysis and problem-solving activities to identify corrective actions and improvement opportunitiesCollaborates in the collection and analysis of data to identify trends impacting service qualityInteracts with customers to gather feedback and identify opportunities to improve quality and service deliveryReports quality issues, trends, barriers, and losses to Quality leadershipAudit, Education, and Patient Engagement Participates in internal and external quality audits as requestedSupports education and training initiatives for client hospitals to drive continuous improvement in patient-focused processesCompletes patient call-backs related to modified Rankin Scale outcomes and patient satisfactionPromotes a strong customer-focused mindset across the organization and ensures corrective actions are implemented effectivelyQualifications: Minimum of five years of clinical experience in stroke care, emergency department, critical care, or stroke coordinationStrong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated experience using quality improvement tools such as PDCA, Pareto analysis, fishbone diagrams, and basic statisticsExcellent written and verbal communication skills at both conceptual and tactical levelsAbility to prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive activities across internal and external stakeholdersProven ability to create clear technical documentation, job instructions, and clinical protocolsHigh emotional intelligence with the ability to work effectively with a diverse and challenging client baseEffective facilitation and conflict resolution skills for both in-person and remote collaborationWillingness to proactivelyseek and provide feedback and coachingKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Clinical knowledge of stroke care, emergency department, and critical care environmentsKnowledge of quality management systems and accreditation standards (ISO, DNV, The Joint Commission)Proficiency with quality improvement tools, including PDCA, Pareto analysis, fishbone diagrams, and root cause analysisStrong critical thinking and data-driven analytical skillsEffective written and verbal communication skills at both conceptual and tactical levelsAbility to perform process mapping, troubleshooting, and clinical performance improvementStrong organizational and time management skills to prioritize multiple time-sensitive activitiesTechnical writing skills to develop clinical protocols and job instructionsAbility to facilitate discussions, manage conflict, and work across co-located and remote teamsEmotional resiliency and ability to work effectively with a diverse and challenging client baseTravel Requirements (if applicable): Up to 30%Other Duties: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time based on business needs.Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods, often up to 75% of the workday.Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or shared workspaces.Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.Must be able to exchange accurate information with clients and co-workers in person, over the phone, and via digital platforms.Occasionally moves or transports office supplies, files, or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.Occasionally positions self to maintain files in cabinets or access equipment stored in low or high areas.Requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, and viewing a computer monitor for extended periods.Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Statement The Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

TeleSpecialists is transforming healthcare delivery as the nation's largest and fastest-growing digital healthcare leader. By providing expert neurological and psychiatric care directly to over 400 hospitals and health systems across the country, we don't just provide care; we pioneer solutions that make quality healthcare easily accessible.Join a team where your passion meets our purpose. If you're inspired by innovation, thrive in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, and want to be a part of a team that's reshaping the future of patient care, we want you on our team. At TeleSpecialists, you'll discover more than just a job. You will be able to experience meaningful work, accelerated career growth, and the opportunity to redefine healthcare for the future.Tele Specialists Offers: A great culture with a team environmentA fun, diverse work environmentA rapidly growing company with career advancement opportunitiesMedical, Dental and Vision benefitsTuition ReimbursementPaid VacationLeadership Training ClassesAbout The Role: The Quality Program Specialist supports high-quality performance between TeleSpecialists and its hospital partners for Tele-Neurology services, including Stroke Alert protocols and inpatient neurological care. This role champions continuous improvement and error reduction initiatives through data-driven analysis, quality improvement tools, and strong client collaboration. Reporting to Quality leadership, the Quality Program Specialist supports service implementation from go-live through contract renewal, strengthens customer relationships, and contributes to improved patient outcomes, customer satisfaction, contract retention, and overall organizational performanceEssential Duties and Responsibilities: Customer and Program Support Supports customer implementation activities, including value stream mapping and go-live executionManages ongoing customer performance improvement relationshipsServes as a liaison between TeleSpecialists virtual neurology providers, client physicians, and medical staff officesProvides program management support for internal and external quality-related initiativesQuality Management and Compliance Ensures processes align with ISO, DNV, and The Joint Commission standardsServes as the primary quality control resource for issue identification, resolution, and continuous improvement between TeleSpecialists and client sitesImplements and documents procedures related to process control, quality review, and process improvementEstablishes and monitors performance metrics to assess system effectiveness and support customer decision-makingData Analysis and Continuous Improvement Performs root-cause analysis and problem-solving activities to identify corrective actions and improvement opportunitiesCollaborates in the collection and analysis of data to identify trends impacting service qualityInteracts with customers to gather feedback and identify opportunities to improve quality and service deliveryReports quality issues, trends, barriers, and losses to Quality leadershipAudit, Education, and Patient Engagement Participates in internal and external quality audits as requestedSupports education and training initiatives for client hospitals to drive continuous improvement in patient-focused processesCompletes patient call-backs related to modified Rankin Scale outcomes and patient satisfactionPromotes a strong customer-focused mindset across the organization and ensures corrective actions are implemented effectivelyQualifications: Minimum of five years of clinical experience in stroke care, emergency department, critical care, or stroke coordinationStrong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated experience using quality improvement tools such as PDCA, Pareto analysis, fishbone diagrams, and basic statisticsExcellent written and verbal communication skills at both conceptual and tactical levelsAbility to prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive activities across internal and external stakeholdersProven ability to create clear technical documentation, job instructions, and clinical protocolsHigh emotional intelligence with the ability to work effectively with a diverse and challenging client baseEffective facilitation and conflict resolution skills for both in-person and remote collaborationWillingness to proactivelyseek and provide feedback and coachingKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Clinical knowledge of stroke care, emergency department, and critical care environmentsKnowledge of quality management systems and accreditation standards (ISO, DNV, The Joint Commission)Proficiency with quality improvement tools, including PDCA, Pareto analysis, fishbone diagrams, and root cause analysisStrong critical thinking and data-driven analytical skillsEffective written and verbal communication skills at both conceptual and tactical levelsAbility to perform process mapping, troubleshooting, and clinical performance improvementStrong organizational and time management skills to prioritize multiple time-sensitive activitiesTechnical writing skills to develop clinical protocols and job instructionsAbility to facilitate discussions, manage conflict, and work across co-located and remote teamsEmotional resiliency and ability to work effectively with a diverse and challenging client baseTravel Requirements (if applicable): Up to 30%Other Duties: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time based on business needs.Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods, often up to 75% of the workday.Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or shared workspaces.Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.Must be able to exchange accurate information with clients and co-workers in person, over the phone, and via digital platforms.Occasionally moves or transports office supplies, files, or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.Occasionally positions self to maintain files in cabinets or access equipment stored in low or high areas.Requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, and viewing a computer monitor for extended periods.Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Statement The Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.#J-18808-Ljbffr