Quality & Safety Specialist
Mass General Brigham
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryResponsible for leading and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and promoting a culture of safety within the hospital. This position involves monitoring and improving quality and safety metrics, conducting assessments, implementing initiatives to enhance overall healthcare quality and guiding and mentoring junior staff.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Develop, implement, and oversee quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
-Promote and cultivate a culture of safety within the hospital.
-Develop and implement strategies to engage staff in safety initiatives and reporting.
-Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including patient outcomes, readmission rates, and other performance indicators.
-Lead performance improvement projects related to patient safety and quality of care.
-Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
-Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality reporting requirements.
-Analyze and report on quality and safety data regularly.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, or a related field within a healthcare setting 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
- Ability to lead or mentor staff.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
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Pay Range
$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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About Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham is a leading healthcare system in Massachusetts, providing comprehensive patient care, advanced medical research, and education through its network of hospitals and physicians.