Overview
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Posting Details
Salary
$25.56 – $40.90 Hourly
$53,165 – $85,064 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 70
Agency:
New Mexico Department of Health
Posting End Date:
03/26/2024
Job Location:
Santa Fe, NM
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular – PERM for State
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
The main purpose of the Quality Improvement Coordinator position is to support and manage a data-driven system-based quality improvement and performance management system that reflects the impact of the Department of Health’s operations. The position ensures ongoing implementation and effectiveness of NMDOH’s core enterprise performance management system which includes compiling and coordinating performance measures from across the divisions in order to accurately track, coordinate and report progress. Operative and appropriate use of the performance measures relate to areas for quality improvement and as such this position naturally identifies technical assistance opportunities and drives a culture of quality throughout the Department.
How does it get done?
– Identify and incorporate standards and measures that are reflective of overall organizational performance
– Collect multiple authored drafts for quarterly and annual reports and then compile and assimilate into a cohesive product
– Use information technology in assessing, collecting and disseminating data and information
– Explain and practice the fundamental concepts and principles of quality improvement and performance management
– Provide support to programmatic and/ or administrative teams to conduct and manage improvement
– Facilitate meetings and communicate among multiple stakeholders
– Examine feasibility and implications of policies, programs and services
Who are the customers?
The incumbent is responsible for working with programs and services within the Department of Health and the NMDOH Senior Leadership, as well as the Legislative Finance Committee, the Department of Finance and Administration, and other State Agencies.
Ideal Candidate
Bachelor’s Degree, with experience working on large data-driven systems and an ability to see the bigger picture while identifying the components necessary to accomplish a long-range plan. Experience with health/ public health, strategic planning, accreditation, and quality improvement. Strong facilitation, collaboration and communication skills- both written and verbal. Willingness to complete all required training, undergo professional development as appropriate, and carry out duties as assigned by the supervisor or as directed by leadership.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology and/or Family Studies/Services and four (4) years of any combination of experience including working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, behavioral health and/or health care. Substitutions apply.
