<p>Employment Type:</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>Mercy Home Health is seeking a Quality Management Specialist for the local Home Care branch office. Must live locally.</p> <p>Required Certification: OASIS Certification (COS-C or HCS-O) required within 6 months from date of hire. Must maintain recertification with no lapse in certification period.</p> <p>Mercy Home Health is seeking a Quality Management Specialist. This position requires a Therapy Clinical Licensure such as PT or OT.</p> <ul> <li>Required Certification: OASIS Certification (COS-C or HCS-O) required within 6 months from date of hire. Must maintain recertification with no lapse in certification period. </li></ul> <p>POSITION PURPOSE: Identifies specific performance improvement initiatives and works collaboratively with the local agencies/leaders in their development, implementation and evaluation of quality improvement programs. Performs identified workflow review and completion to achieve standardization and organizational efficiencies. Works collaboratively with agency, assuring compliance with new regulations, standards in EMR documentation.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</p> <ul> <li>Identifies, collaboratively plans, implements and evaluates agency quality assurance/quality improvement/process improvement programs, focused on attainment of top decile outcomes, patient satisfaction and strategic aims. </li><li>Supports in-service education and other continuing education activities related to quality, outcomes, QA/PI. Monitors publicly reported outcomes and other data, utilizing quality software and EMR reports. </li><li>Assures agency staff compliance with federal/state and accreditation regulations through record review, case conferencing, mentoring and survey readiness/oversight functions. </li><li>Oversees Agency QA quarterly and annual reporting on QAPI, quality program initiatives. </li><li>Review discharge, death at home and other OASIS documentation for accuracy, completeness, and recommends corrections, utilizing appropriate software and OASIS guidance. </li><li>Collaboratively leads agency MDQI program, developing/ implementing QAPIs, action plans to attain top decile outcomes, patient satisfaction, strategic goals and regulatory compliance. </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Therapist with current license from respective State Board. </li><li>Bachelor's Degree required. </li><li>Four years' experience in homecare. Minimum 2 years in a supervisory, oversight role preferred. </li><li>Certification: OASIS Certification (COS-C or HCS-O) required within 6 months from date of hire. Must maintain recertification with no lapse in certification period </li><li>Must possess a valid Driver's License and have reliable transportation to and from the work site. </li><li>Proficient using computer programs, videoconferencing software, and telephone systems. </li><li>May require some travel. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Day 1 Health, dental and vision insurance </li><li>Short and long-term disability </li><li>403b </li><li>Generous paid time off </li><li>Mileage reimbursement </li><li>Comprehensive orientation </li><li>Opportunities for advancement </li></ul> <p>About Mercy Home Health</p> <p>Mercy Home Health is a member of Trinity Health At Home, a national home care, palliative care and hospice organization serving communities in twelve states. We are a comprehensive, trusted provider of home care and end-of-life care in the sacred place that people call home. A Catholic-based, non-profit organization, we serve patients and their loved ones with home care (skilled nursing, physical/occupational and speech therapy and medical social work), palliative care, hospice and bereavement services. Our legacy continues with a pioneering, future-thinking care model. We blend clinical expertise with our exclusive Home Care Connect virtual care program to help patients achieve their health goals. We have energizing new vision and strategy. Join us and shape the future of healthcare!</p> <p>Our Commitment</p> <p>Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.</p>