Quality Management Coordinator

University of Arkansas
life insurance, sick time
United States, Arkansas, Little Rock
2801 South University Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 20, 2026
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Closing Date: 03/20/2026 Type of Position:Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. Department:ICE \| CORE Quality Mngmt Office IOP NC Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:In service to UAMS Health's Vision 2029 Strategic Plan and the annual UAMS Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Plan, the Quality Management Coordinator helps plan, develop, implement, monitor and improve the Quality Plan of their assigned Physician Service Line to improve the quality of care at UAMS. The SLQM Coordinator brings their unique clinical training and experience in healthcare to work closely with their Service Line Quality Officer and Service Line Leadership to assure that Service Line quality plans and activities align with institutional priorities and that Service Line-specific gaps and opportunities are identified and addressed. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nursing, other Allied Healthcare Professional Field or related field plus Five (5) years of experience in a Healthcare Quality Management or Performance Improvement-related setting or related experience Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Public Health or related field plus Three (3) years of experience in a Healthcare Quality Management or Performance Improvement-related setting or related experience Special knowledge, abilities and skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Knowledge and experience related to performance improvement and change management Knowledge and experience related to accreditation and regulatory compliance Ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint Experience with reviewing charts in an Electronic Health Record Additional Information: Job Responsibilities: Coordinate and lead key programmatic functions within the Quality Management Department. Help coach and mentor Quality Management Coordinators to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of data and reports. Coordinate and oversee the preparation of agendas, reporting calendars, meeting documents, reports and presentations for committees such as QUEST, NQUEST, SLQUEST as well as Management Guidance Teams and Tactical Teams. Maintain documentation archives for accreditation, certification, and compliance purposes. Collaborate and partner with assigned Service Line Quality Officer(s) and Leadership to develop, implement and maintain annual Service Line Quality Plans. Assure that the plan is aligned with Vision 2029 and UAMS annual Institutional Improvement Identify appropriate and meaningful Service Line-specific priorities, improvement opportunities, and quality indicators. Collaborate and partner with assigned Service Line Quality Officer(s) and staff to organize the work to achieve annual quality objectives. Develop project charters and A3s, convene and facilitate tactical teams, design and implement project tracking of process and outcome measures, implement improvement interventions, and provide project management and change management facilitation and coaching. Performs other duties as needed. Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Constant Physical Activity:Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity:Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Benefits Eligible:Yes