Clinical Effectiveness Consultant III -Infection Prevention

Performance Improvement Specialist

This position serves as primary support to clinical and operational leadership in monitoring and evaluating processes for outcomes management, performance improvement, patient safety and regulatory compliance. This position conducts organization-wide performance improvement activities. These activities ensure the highest level of care and regulatory compliance is obtained and maintained. Writes concise clear reports and presents the reports verbally at clinical and administrative meetings. In addition, this position is a resource for all disciplines on performance improvement methodologies, patient safety, healthcare regulations and hospital and ambulatory performance. Provides all levels of management, physicians, and clinical staff with accurate and timely information for effective decision making utilizing internal and external decision support systems. RN preferred

EDUCATION : Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. Bachelor's Degree

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE : 5 years of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE : Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Ability to format tables, retrieve data via queries, and create presentations via PowerPoint. Ability to navigate an electronic health record. In-depth Knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards Must demonstrate written / verbal interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills, ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of personalities and departments, including medical staff members. Ability to manage own time and schedule own tasks. Must have initiative to work effectively without constant supervision and direction. Experience managing and prioritizing multiple projects / duties. The ability to manage performance improvement projects from conception to completion. This position requires analytic, problem resolution, persuasion and negotiation skills. Possess organizational skills. The ability to plan, organize, set and execute objectives. The ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects. Demonstrated initiative and ability to work under minimal supervision. Evidence of ability to apply teaching and learning principles. Ability to work with and motive a diverse groups of individuals working together on an initiative. Interpersonal skills to tactfully direct the efforts of diverse groups of health professionals towards performance improvement and risk reduction activities.

Job Shift : Days

Schedule : Full Time

Shift Hours : 8

Days of the Week : Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements : None

Benefits : Yes

Unions : No

Position Status : Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours : 40

Employee Status : Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE / M / F / Disability / Veterans

Pay Range is $52.44 to $78.66 / hour The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.