Clinical Quality Program Manager

This job is responsible for ensuring compliance with WellSky's Utilization Management and Quality Improvement Program by serving as a clinical expert on state and federal regulations. The scope of this job includes analyzing and presenting data to establish best practices across post-acute health care settings, including LTACHs, IRFs, SNFs, and Home Health facilities.

We invite you to apply today and join us in shaping the future of healthcare!

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate activities related to performance measurement and outcomes, ensure the organization meets CMS, NCQA, and other regulatory standards, stay updated on relevant regulatory changes, and support their integration into practices.
• Comply with state, federal, and organizational standards by assisting in the development and enforcement of policies aligned with Utilization Management and Quality Improvement Program requirements.
• Guide the implementation of internal audit protocols in compliance with CMS regulations and NCQA standards, and contribute to the consistency of clinical documentation and decision-making processes.
• Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement, and execute defined projects aimed at enhancing care quality across various lines of business.
• Generate and validate reports to monitor performance and compliance across health plan contracts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with requirements.
• Prepare for regulatory, accreditation, and contractual audits, and contribute to the remediation and documentation of audit findings.
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least 4-6 years of relevant experience in healthcare quality management and post-acute care utilization management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Physical Therapist with a bachelor's degree in a related field, or a combination of education and experience that includes pertinent clinical experience and an understanding of CMS standards and guidelines.
• Experience with CMS and/or NCQA audits.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and tasks effectively.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with external vendors and clients.
• Proficiency in manipulating and sorting data for analytics and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Experience in case management in a healthcare setting.

Job Expectations:

• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed
• Must work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client information
• Must be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time

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Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Mental health benefits through TelaDoc
• Prescription drug coverage
• Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
• Educational assistance up to $2500 per year