Clinical Quality Data Coordinator II, Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Oct 05, 2024
Clinical Quality Data Coordinator II - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Department Why UT Southwestern? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued patients and employees. With over 20,000 employees, we are committed to continuing our growth with the best professionals in the healthcare industry. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth. Job Summary This position provides comprehensive clinical data and analytical support for the UTSW Health System through collaboration, innovation, and efficiency. Ensures reporting compliance in accordance with required guidelines from governmental, state, certifying bodies, national databases, and institutional initiatives. This position will be a hybrid role, the candidate will work remotely from home four days a week and is expected to be in office one day a week. The candidate must either be a current resident of Texas or be willing to relocate to Texas prior to starting this position. Experience and Education A combination of education, experience and skill sets are required Bachelor's degree or 3 years equivalent experience: registry, clinical or healthcare data management RN or LVN preferred Epic experience required Data platform experience required Proficient with using Microsoft Office Applications The candidate will preferably have the following experience: 1+ years of direct STS Adult Cardiac and/or General Thoracic Registry abstraction experience for a health system or hospital is preferred. Current abstracting experience, with activity within the past 12 months, is preferred. Experience with EMRs and multiple patient medical record systems is preferred. Demonstrates high standards of accuracy, attention to detail, and technical proficiency. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adjust style and tone for different audiences. Ability to thrive working independently, taking ownership of projects and patient records. Collaborative team player with strong self-organization and time management skills. Job Duties Maintain and advance knowledge with the following: Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software Regulatory guidelines and certification(s) requirements, processes, and trends for data reporting Performance improvement measures, reference materials, and definitions Various platforms using data management and querying skills to extract, validate and summarize data Clinical performance improvement initiatives to be able to provide comprehensive analytical support Demonstrate strong interpersonal and professional communication skills; both written and spoken Work with mentor to advance analytical ability sufficient to evaluate data, make sound judgements and recommendations Adhere to regulatory and data deadlines Participate and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams Attend stakeholder meetings, and efficiently disseminate accurate data and information Complete projects as assigned Fulfill department expectations and goals Utilize appropriate resources to perform job responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Organize, coordinate, and demonstrate judgement, professionalism, and diplomacy Establish excellent customer service skills and a professional attitude Navigate, abstract and analyze data for performance monitoring and data reporting Demonstrate strong interpersonal and professional communication skills; both written and spoken Work in partnership with leadership, physicians, and other professionals in a positive manner Identify and utilize effective problem-solving skills efficiently and to the satisfaction of stakeholders with minimal support Collaborates with multi-disciplinary groups to support rich diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Continue professional growth through training and mentorship Actively engage in department projects Evaluate and analyze data to make sound judgments and recommendations Acquires knowledge of Quality Improvement methodologies Recognizing and promoting good ideas/solutions This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code *51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!