Quality Improvement Coordinator
University of Maryland Medical System
La Plata, MD
Health / Beauty / Fitness
The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The specific job duties may be changed by the department manager with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
- Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology and health systems
- Demonstrates knowledge of Continuing Quality Improvement principles and processes
- Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards
- Ability to communicate and work with physicians
- Demonstrate ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to ensure the confidentiality and rights of patients and confidentiality of health system and departmental documents required
To qualify for the position, the candidate must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a healthcare related area or equivalent education and experience required. One year experience in Performance Improvement, Risk Management, or Nursing Management strongly preferred.
Benefits
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Pay Range: $36.83-$55.29/hour
Other Compensation (if Applicable)
- Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
About the company
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The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has evolved into a multi-hospital system with academic, community and specialty service missions reaching every part of the state and beyond.
UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. It also has one of the world's largest kidney transplant programs, as well as scores of other programs that improve the physical and mental health of thousands of people daily.
The hospitals and health systems that comprise UMMS are:
University of Maryland Medical Center
University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
UM Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute
UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
UM Capital Region Health
UM Charles Regional Medical Center
UM St. Joseph Medical Center
UM Upper Chesapeake Health
UM Shore Regional Health
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
UM Community Medical Group