QM Data Specialist - Quality Management & Clinical Safety - Full Time/Days - REQ# 1946480164

Job Objective : This position works under the direction of the Quality Data Program Manager or designee; the QM Data Specialist will support the needs and operations of the Quality Data Program.
The Quality Data Specialist is responsible for the abstraction of clinical data from a patient’s medical record and input into an electronic database(s) that will be used for analysis, process improvement, and public reporting.
Duties and Responsibilities: Review of medical records and other source documents to collect clinical data of patients in the measure according to the specifications and guidelines of the applicable data element and measure specifications.
Uses various software applications as needed.
Abstracts information in a timely manner within established timeframes.
Keeps abreast of regulatory/accreditation/health quality partner changes.
Conducts searches on the internet for regulatory and accreditation and quality partner site information.
Responsible to remain up to date with data definitions as related to abstraction of the data.
Educates oneself using various methods provided such as web-based sessions, regularly scheduled abstraction clinics & seminars, and frequently asked questions forums.
Under the direction of the Quality Manager/Data Manager, will participate in tasks to ensure inter rater reliability and validity of abstraction.
Abstraction accuracy shall achieve as close to 95% as possible but not lower than 85% of quality measures assigned for more than 1 quarter.
Notifies Director whenever time frames cannot be met.
Works collaboratively with team members as required during review of the medical record.
Assists Data Analyst/Quality Manager with audits & survey preparations.
Assists Data Analyst with performance improvement or special projects as needed.
Refrains from disclosing confidential information acquired in the course of work except when authorized and unless legally authorized to do so.
Performs additional Quality studies and duties as directed by Quality Manager/Data Analyst.
Follows Administrative policies on Confidentiality & Privacy Practices.
Non-Essential Duties: Other miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as required for maintaining the services provided by the department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge Medical terminology knowledge strongly preferred.
Skills Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Comprehensive knowledge of medical diagnostic & procedural terminology.
Understanding of disease processes, anatomy & physiology as necessary.
Skilled in data analysis and interpretation.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations and requirements which pertain to patient care information.
Computer skills to include data entry and intermediate knowledge of MS Office Professional (Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
Abilities Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to organize information, people and resources.
Ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work collaboratively with and through others.
Ability to multitask, work independently & organize workload in a timely manner.
Ability to interpret criteria for review and abstract data element requirements as defined.
Ability to read handwritten and transcribed documents in the medical record, interpret information, and enter complete and accurate data into a computer system.
Ability to use designated reference materials.
Education and Experience: Education Associate’s degree in health-related field or two years’ experience in health-related field.
Experience 2 years of demonstrated experience in data abstraction and/or medical coding.
Medical Terminology.
Required Licensure and/or Certifications: Certificate in Health-related field preferred.
AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations : Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy Ability to adhere to the department dress code Ability to organize work and establish priorities Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures Conforms with required and appropriate accreditation and regulatory requirements Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education Display a willingness to work as a team player Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies Ability to follow the Code of Conduct Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Work is performed both in an office and nursing unit environment.
Must be able to make rounds within hospital and conduct patient/family interviews as well as conduct education throughout hospital as needed.
Must be able to use standard office equipment, sit, and perform occasional bending and twisting.
Ability to lift and carry 10 lbs.
Potential exposure to biohazards-bloodborne infectious waste and ability to use PPE0.
A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.
NOTE: THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY PEOPLE ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB.
THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS, AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR THE PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.
Education and Experience: Education Associate’s degree in health-related field or two years’ experience in health-related field.
Experience 2 years of demonstrated experience in data abstraction and/or medical coding.
Medical Terminology.