Regulatory Quality Specialist (hospital-based, for Joint Commission and Dept of Health surveys)

Job Summary:

The Regulatory Quality Specialist leads and coordinates activities throughout Overlake Hospital for successful accrediting, licensing, and certification surveys (e.g., Joint Commission, Dept of Health, Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services).  We’re seeking an individual to develop and implement systems and processes to sustain survey readiness, including the development and implementation of staff education forums and ongoing internal competency/preparedness reviews. This position interfaces with members of management from all areas throughout the hospital. 

 

 

Position Requirements

The position requires a BA in nursing, medical records administration, business, or health care.  Master’s preferred.  Also requires 3 years clinical and leadership experience in an inpatient setting, with specific knowledge of hospital regulatory and accrediting guidelines. Ideal candidate has significant leadership experience in acute care Joint Commission, state, and federal surveys.  CPHQ or CQP certification strongly desired, as is experience in clinical quality improvement work. 

 

About Us:

Founded on the principles of equality and care, Overlake Hospital is a 337 licensed bed, not-for-profit regional medical center offering a full range of advanced medical services to the greater Seattle area. As a medium-sized hospital, we are a major player in the local healthcare market, yet we haven’t lost our friendly feel.

 

We are excited about the recent opening of our new $125-million South Tower-- a five-story addition to the south side of the main hospital.  Included in the South Tower are operating rooms with the latest technology, a new state-of-the-art 48-station Emergency Trauma Center, high-tech single-patient rooms, and a Critical Care Unit.

 

Overlake is located in Bellevue, a beautiful suburb just east of Seattle.  Surrounded by natural beauty – trees, mountains, lakes, rivers and the ocean – the greater Seattle region is one of America’s most livable areas.  Come enjoy the best of both worlds~cultural and night life activities in the city, and skiing, hiking, and boating in the great outdoors!

 

Benefits:

We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits, including medical/dental/vision, generous sick/vacation accrual, a bank of Extended Illness Hours, flexible spending accounts, 3-part retirement program including a match, free parking, employee discounts, and more.

 

To Apply:

We prefer that you also complete the online application at www.overlakehospital.org. Questions?  Call Jennifer Garrepy, Senior Recruiter, toll-free at 1-800-349-0002, extension 6, or direct at (425) 688-5982.