Overview
Now is the time to join us and make a difference. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Director, Health Care Program Implementation based out of our National Center office located in Dallas, TX (remote/home based is acceptable) .
This is a full time, benefits eligible, grant funded opportunity. Current funding will expire 12/2023.
Being one of two co-leads, the Senior Quality Systems Improvement Manager will be jointly responsible for the development and execution of operational plans leading to quality improvement in hypertension control with a focus on clinical response to underserved populations. Responsible for leading a team of Quality Improvement Program Managers (QIPMs) to engage with Community Health Centers in the primary care setting and provide targeted training and technical assistance to improve blood pressure control using the MAP ( M easure accurately, A ct rapidly, P artner with patients) Framework and Self-Measured Blood Pressure (SMBP). Also, responsible for providing evidence-based educational resources, practice change facilitation, and quality improvement strategies needed to adopt SMBP practice and improve blood pressure control within the patient population of participating health centers.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
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Responsibilities
Establish and oversee achievement of clinical training goals and objectives
Develop, communicate, and execute quality improvement operational plan for the clinical team
Collaborate across the AHA NHCI team to help implement and evaluate objectives and assist in the expansion of the program, as needed
Support evaluation and tracking of grant deliverables and contractual obligations
Lead QIPMs toengage HRSA-funded Community Health Centers in systematic assessments of current clinical practice and identification of areas for improvement based on practice data, provider/care team knowledge and skills, clinical workflow processes and available resources
Cultivate relationships with clinical leads at participating health centers. Provide technical assistance through webinars, quality improvement activities, and one-on-one clinical practice facilitation to support improvement of hypertension management and control
OTHER DUTIES may include but are not limited to the following
Communicate through virtual meetings and collaboratives
Collaborate with NHCI Public Health Program Managers (PHPMs) and Association Community Impact colleagues to engage in Community Health Center-to-community linkage
Provide resources and support training for technical aspects of grant activities related to blood pressure measurement devices, connectivity between devices and electronic health records, and data reporting and analysis
Identify, monitor progress, and share common problems/solutions across sites to leverage shared learning
Seek additional expertise and resources as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in nursing or other Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics or equivalent work experience
Five (5) - Eight (8) years of the following experience
Experience working in healthcare delivery with operational knowledge of primary care practice environments and/or ambulatory clinic workflow
Clinical knowledge/experience working with clinical practice guidelines and management of chronic health conditions; preferably hypertension. Focus to include aspects of high blood pressure management: measurement, treatment intensification, medication management, and patient engagement and adherence strategies
Experience/training in practice facilitation
Experience leading a team
Quality improvement knowledge/skills regarding various methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, PDSA, TPS) and comfort analyzing data for performance improvement opportunities
Knowledge of the Community Health Center system and setting with culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS)
Basic knowledge and understanding of healthcare information technology (IT) such as electronic medical records, or other related systems or database functions
Ability to analyze and interpret technical requirements to improve data sharing and integration
Project management skills and the ability to influence performance without direct line accountability
Educational skills to structure group training for adult learners and team-based caregivers
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
Excellent oral and written communication
Ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of AHA staff, volunteers, and the public
Comprehensive Microsoft Office suite skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to travel up to 25% local and overnight stay
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in nursing, PharmD, or similar clinical education and training
Working Knowledge of cardiovascular health, cardiovascular disease (CVD) and associated risk factors, complications, and management
Compensation & Benefits
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Compensation - Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That's why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
Performance and Recognition - You are rewarded for achieving success by merit increases and incentive programs, based on the type of position.
Benefits - We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
Professional Development - You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association's national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
Work-Life Harmonization - The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association's 2024 Goal: Every person deserves the opportunity for a full, healthy life. As champions for health equity, by 2024, the American Heart Association will advance cardiovascular health for all, including identifying and removing barriers to health care access and quality.
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Location US-TX-Dallas
Posted Date 2 days ago (11/11/2023 12:50 AM)
Requisition ID 2023-11972
Job Category Health Strategies
Position Type Full Time
Location: TX-Dallas
