PEFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST The primary function of the Performance Improvement Specialist is to support and facilitate quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) activities for the local hospice branch (also referred to as hospice program). The QAPI Program is an on-going, data driven, organization-wide program involving data collection, analysis, and collaborative development of performance improvement initiatives.<ul><li>Monday- Friday 8a-5p In Office </li></ul>JOB RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms ongoing quality assessment through data collection and analysis as directed by VITAS Policies, Procedures, and Standards. Works with hospice program leadership to identify quality and performance trends and areas for improvement.Performs quality monitoring activities (tracking, trending, and analysis) including, but not limited to:<ul><li>Hospice Quality Reporting Program (HQRP): data collection and analysis of data associated with HQRP components, including but not limited to: Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey (CAHPS), claims-based measures, Hospice Item Set and any future measures.</li><li>Care Compare: data collection, tracking, and benchmarking HQRP scores against competitors.</li><li>CAHPS survey: Identify negative comments/responses and initiate service comments as</li></ul>appropriate.<ul><li>QAPI dashboard: drill down, analyze and report data.</li><li>Service Comments: includes monitoring timely resolution, reassignment of pending service comments, communication of trends to program management, and ensure service comment log is current.</li><li>Infection Control Reporting: data maintenance and analysis.</li><li>Incident Reporting: data maintenance and analysis, submission of documents for incidents</li><li>identified as serious adverse events, completion of 3500A for home medical equipment-related incidents.</li><li>Root Cause Analysis (RCA): co-facilitate RCA meeting with program management, ensure required documents are completed, document meeting on appropriate templates, submission of documents to required email distribution group, monitor effectiveness of corrective action plan and report outcomes to program leadership.</li><li>Revenue Analysis and Tracking: analyze and trend Unaccrued Revenue using report provided by Revenue Cycle Management and report findings to program management.</li><li>Hospice Aide (HA) In-service hours: obtain training completion report and report compliance with regulation requirement to program management.</li><li>Annual Update HIPAA/OSHA: Obtain training completion report for annual updates and report compliance to senior management.</li><li>Physician satisfaction surveys (as required by the program): data collection, analysis, and reporting </li><li>Revocation and discharge monitoring (as required by the program): data collection, analysis, and reporting </li><li>Collect and analyze quality indicator data/key performance indicators and collaborate with the senior management team to identify priorities for improvement and develop initiatives.</li></ul> Performs Quality reporting updates monthly, quarterly, and annually, including but not limited to: <ul><li>Quality Update Report (QUR): prepare and submit monthly report to regional and senior</li><li>management to communicate updates of Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement areas.</li><li>QAPI IDG Committee Meeting (quarterly): prepare documents, co-facilitate meeting, capture minutes, submit documents, follow up on actions items from meeting.</li><li>Annual Reports: complete QAPI Program Annual Evaluation, prepare Annual Program Operational Review for program management completion, and any state-specific requirements.</li></ul>-Facilitates Performance Improvement Projects including the coordination of performance improvement teams.-Maintains Documentation of Performance Improvement Initiatives (both hard copy and electronic).-Maintains any and all versions of the PI Plan Manual.-Identify program needs based on data analysis of the quality monitoring activities and recommend training to address these needs.-Report to senior management on compliance with required trainings including orientation and legally mandated in-services. Act as the program liaison to Central Support:<ul><li>Submission of quarterly QAPI IDG and annual report documents including policy recommendations via the Governing Body Report.</li><li>Regarding quality initiatives: provides field perspective and participates in the development of company-wide materials.</li></ul>-Collaborates with the PCA for external audits and records requests.-Participate in pilot projects related to QAPI initiatives as requested.-For programs or regions with a Performance Improvement Specialist (PIS) Assistant:<ul><li>Oversight of the Performance Improvement Specialist (PIS) Assistant, including delegation of approved tasks and mentorship for delegated tasks as needed.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>JOB QUALIFICATIONS<ol><li>Licensed (as required) health care professional (preferred) or non-clinician with quality bakcground</li></ol>background.<ol><li>Certified Professional in Health Care Quality (preferred).</li><li>Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations, state licensure laws, and the requirements of any other applicable regulatory/accrediting body.</li><li>Experience with data collection, measurement tools, and data analysis.</li><li>Experience in a quality assurance/improvement</li></ol><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?dFzZMcFZd%2f20Kv9%2figntewx" width="0" height="0" />

**Performance Improvement Specialist**

The primary function of the Performance Improvement Specialist is to support and facilitate quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) activities for the local hospice branch (also referred to as hospice program). The QAPI Program is an ongoing, data-driven, organization-wide program involving data collection, analysis, and collaborative development of performance improvement initiatives.

**Job Description**

- Performs ongoing quality assessment through data collection and analysis as directed by VITAS Policies, Procedures, and Standards. Works with hospice program leadership to identify quality and performance trends and areas for improvement.
- Performs quality monitoring activities (tracking, trending, and analysis) including, but not limited to:
  - Hospice Quality Reporting Program (HQRP): data collection and analysis of data associated with HQRP components, including but not limited to: Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey (CAHPS), claims-based measures, Hospice Item Set, and any future measures.
  - Care Compare: data collection, tracking, and benchmarking HQRP scores against competitors.
  - CAHPS survey: Identify negative comments/responses and initiate service comments as appropriate.
  - QAPI dashboard: drill down, analyze and report data.
  - Service Comments: includes monitoring timely resolution, reassignment of pending service comments, communication of trends to program management, and ensure service comment log is current.
  - Infection Control Reporting: data maintenance and analysis.
  - Incident Reporting: data maintenance and analysis, submission of documents for incidents identified as serious adverse events, completion of 3500A for home medical equipment-related incidents.
  - Root Cause Analysis (RCA): co-facilitate RCA meeting with program management, ensure required documents are completed, document meeting on appropriate templates, submission of documents to required email distribution group, monitor effectiveness of corrective action plan and report outcomes to program leadership.
  - Revenue Analysis and Tracking: analyze and trend Unaccrued Revenue using report provided by Revenue Cycle Management and report findings to program management.
  - Hospice Aide (HA) In-service hours: obtain training completion report and report compliance with regulation requirement to program management.
  - Annual Update HIPAA/OSHA: Obtain training completion report for annual updates and report compliance to senior management.
  - Physician satisfaction surveys (as required by the program): data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  - Revocation and discharge monitoring (as required by the program): data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  - Collect and analyze quality indicator data/key performance indicators and collaborate with the senior management team to identify priorities for improvement and develop initiatives.

- Performs quality reporting updates monthly, quarterly, and annually, including but not limited to:
  - Quality Update Report (QUR): prepare and submit monthly report to regional and senior management to communicate updates of Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement areas.
  - QAPI IDG Committee Meeting (quarterly): prepare documents, co-facilitate meeting, capture minutes, submit documents, follow up on action items from meeting.
  - Annual Reports: complete QAPI Program Annual Evaluation, prepare Annual Program Operational Review for program management completion, and any state-specific requirements.

- Facilitates Performance Improvement Projects including the coordination of performance improvement teams.

- Maintains documentation of Performance Improvement Initiatives (both hard copy and electronic).

- Maintains any and all versions of the PI Plan Manual.

- Identify program needs based on data analysis of the quality monitoring activities and recommend training to address these needs.

- Report to senior management on compliance with required trainings including orientation and legally mandated in-services.

**Requirements**

- Licensed (as required) health care professional (preferred) or non-clinician with quality background.
- Certified Professional in Health Care Quality (preferred).
- Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations, state licensure laws, and the requirements of any other applicable regulatory/accrediting body.
- Experience with data collection, measurement tools, and data analysis.
- Experience in a quality assurance/improvement role.

**Community Overview**

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Clinical Quality Improvement Specialist -La Salle, IL

Excellent opportunity for a BC or a BE with boards in process gastroenterology physician in a large, established practice. 1:3 Call, 2 day clinic work / 3 day procedures, averaging 10 procedures per day. Average of 2000 procedures and 1500 clinic visits annually. Two year, income guaranteed base salary plus a work RVU production incentive. Year three compensation based on RVU production model. Relocation reimbursed based on the lowest of two bids. Additional benefits package includes health, dental, retirement options, CME, and Paid Time Off with optional benefits available. If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please call HDA at , or text to . You can also reach us through email at . Please reference Job ID # j-37<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?aVsjAtHBoXAvNSiqs9mAywb" width="0" height="0" />

**Gastroenterology Physician**

Excellent opportunity for a board-certified or board-eligible gastroenterology physician in a large, established practice. This position offers a 1:3 call schedule, with 2 days of clinic work and 3 days dedicated to procedures, averaging 10 procedures per day. The practice sees an average of 2000 procedures and 1500 clinic visits annually.

**Job Description**

- Two-year income guaranteed base salary plus a work RVU production incentive
- Year three compensation based on RVU production model
- Relocation reimbursed based on the lowest of two bids

**Benefits**

- Additional benefits package includes health, dental, retirement options, CME, and Paid Time Off
- Optional benefits available

Physician / Gastroenterology / Illinois / Permanent / Gastroenterology Physician Job near Princeton, Illinois Job

MAS is seeking an exceptional Physical Therapistfor a Skilled Nursing Facility in Peru, IL. The successful candidate will evaluate and establish patient plans of care utilizing current standards of practice, and administer prescribed treatment programs. In addition, the PT will interface with other professionals and utilize support staff as needed. REQUIREMENTS: Exceptional communication and patient care skills Ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist curriculum Proof of licensure as a PT in the state of desired employment Proof of USA employment eligibility Physical Therapy experience preferred New Grads welcome to apply!<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?9SzyQ1NduGDP7vDehjKTwwt" width="0" height="0" />

**Physical Therapist**

MAS is seeking an exceptional Physical Therapist for a Skilled Nursing Facility in Peru, IL. The successful candidate will evaluate and establish patient plans of care utilizing current standards of practice and administer prescribed treatment programs. In addition, the PT will interface with other professionals and utilize support staff as needed.

**Job Description**

- Evaluate and establish patient plans of care utilizing current standards of practice
- Administer prescribed treatment programs
- Interface with other professionals and utilize support staff as needed

**Requirements**

- Exceptional communication and patient care skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist curriculum
- Proof of licensure as a PT in the state of desired employment
- Proof of USA employment eligibility
- Physical Therapy experience preferred
- New grads welcome to apply!

Therapist / Physical Therapist Job in Peru, Illinois / Skilled Nursing Facility

Overview JOB SPECIFICS <ul><li> OSF HealthCare is recruiting a Gastroenterologist for a satellite practice position in Ottawa </li><li> The Gastroenterology group practice, with headquarters in Peoria, Illinois, includes eight Gastroenterologists and six advanced practitioners. </li><li> Physician will be clinically based, with hospital consultations at OSF Saint Mary Medical Center </li><li> 1:4 weekend call. </li></ul> BENEFITS & PERKS OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive Compensation and Total Rewards Package which includes: <ul><li> Generous paid time off from Day One! <ul><li> Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge </li><li> Well-being time for self-care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy! </li><li> Sick leave for you or to care for an ill-family member </li><li> CME time and dollars </li></ul></li><li> Signing bonus </li><li> Concierge relocation services </li><li> Health, life, dental, and retirement plans </li><li> Paid occurrence based malpractice </li><li> Residency/Training Stipend </li><li> Student Loan repayment and counseling </li><li> Career Development through our Physician Leadership Academy </li><li> Full time, clinical base salary pay range for this position: $680,000-$749,098. <ul><li> Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement. </li></ul></li></ul> THE COMMUNITY Peru, Illinois/Ottawa, Illinois <ul><li> The term best of both worlds is a perfect description for Ottawa and LaSalle County. Small-town charm? Family friendly? Outdoors paradise? LaSalle County has all of that. Big-city excitement? Easy access to major transportation? Situated on Interstate 80, and just 80 miles from Chicago, Ottawa checks those boxes, too. </li><li> Two navigable rivers, the Fox and the Illinois, meet in the middle of town and flow westward into Starved Rock State Park where more than 2 million people hike through its 18 canyons, climb its majestic bluffs, camp, fish, hunt, cruise the river or enjoy the fine on-site lodging and dining facilities each year. </li><li> Other nearby recreation opportunities include horseback riding, zip-lining, rafting and Skydive Chicago, the world s largest skydiving resort. Thriving arts and entertainment communities, strong public and private school systems and a high quality of life with a lower cost of living are among the benefits in this town of 18,000. </li><li> Visit org/ottawa to access more community resources .</li></ul> Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS <ul><li> Physician Licensed to practice medicine in current state. </li><li> Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable. </li><li> Board certified or board eligible in the appropriate specialty(ies). Obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges. </li><li> Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs. </li><li> Physician shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage. </li></ul> PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Us Physician Recruiter: Brandi McCombs Email: <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NmDiBoQ1LYdWJFASVE0R7wj" width="0" height="0" />

**Gastroenterologist**

OSF HealthCare is recruiting a Gastroenterologist for a satellite practice position in Ottawa. The Gastroenterology group practice, with headquarters in Peoria, Illinois, includes eight Gastroenterologists and six advanced practitioners. The physician will be clinically based, with hospital consultations at OSF Saint Mary Medical Center. This position includes a 1:4 weekend call.

**Job Description**

- OSF HealthCare is recruiting a Gastroenterologist for a satellite practice position in Ottawa.
- The Gastroenterology group practice, with headquarters in Peoria, Illinois, includes eight Gastroenterologists and six advanced practitioners.
- Physician will be clinically based, with hospital consultations at OSF Saint Mary Medical Center.
- 1:4 weekend call.

**Benefits**

- Generous paid time off from Day One, including vacation and holiday time off to recharge, well-being time for self-care or mission trips, sick leave for personal or family illness, and CME time and dollars.
- Signing bonus.
- Concierge relocation services.
- Health, life, dental, and retirement plans.
- Paid occurrence-based malpractice.
- Residency/Training Stipend.
- Student loan repayment and counseling.
- Career development through our Physician Leadership Academy.
- Full-time clinical base salary pay range for this position: $680,000-$749,098. This range is an estimate and can be impacted by various factors including critical need, overall experience, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may apply such as bonuses or incentives.

**Community Overview**

Peru, Illinois/Ottawa, Illinois

The term "best of both worlds" is a perfect description for Ottawa and LaSalle County. Small-town charm, family-friendly atmosphere, and outdoor paradise are all present in LaSalle County. Big-city excitement and easy access to major transportation are also available; situated on Interstate 80 and just 80 miles from Chicago, Ottawa checks those boxes too.

Two navigable rivers, the Fox and the Illinois, meet in the middle of town and flow westward into Starved Rock State Park where more than 2 million people hike through its 18 canyons, climb its majestic bluffs, camp, fish, hunt, cruise the river, or enjoy the fine on-site lodging and dining facilities each year.

Other nearby recreation opportunities include horseback riding, zip-lining, rafting, and Skydive Chicago, the world's largest skydiving resort. Thriving arts and entertainment communities, strong public and private school systems, and a high quality of life with a lower cost of living are among the benefits in this town of 18,000. Visit org/ottawa to access more community resources.

**Requirements**

- Physician licensed to practice medicine in the current state.
- Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable.
- Board certified or board eligible in the appropriate specialty(ies). Must obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.
- Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs.
- Physician shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.

**Preferred Qualifications**

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served.

Gastroenterology Physician

WHO WE AREWe are a nurse-founded hospice organization and a pioneer in end-of-life care since 1978. We are carers who advocate for our patients and their loved ones at the bedside. We take care of each other. We are proud to make a difference.We are VITAS.WHAT YOU LL DOAs a home care RN, you will do the critically important job of ensuring hospice patients are comfortable, while forging compassionate, meaningful connections. This is important work that comes with huge responsibility. Patients and families trust VITAS RNs to guide them through one of life s most difficult experiences, and honoring that trust will be your highest priority You will be a respected member of our team, both as a caregiver and as a hospice educator. You will be entrusted with the autonomy to make care decisions at the bedside, ensuring not a moment is wasted in bringing comfort to your patients. You will help patients and their loved ones understand and embrace the palliative rather than curative nature of hospice and the benefits of comfort-focused end-of-life care.WHERE YOU LL WORKEach day is different for our home care RNs. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients in their home, ALF, nursing home facility, hospital or medical facility, adjusting your schedule based on their needs. The total amount of visits may vary per day but on average it is 4 to 6.About once a week you'll come to the office to meet with the rest of your interdisciplinary team: the social workers, physicians, chaplains, and nurses who work together to provide whole-person support for the patients and families we serve.<ul><li>Monday- Friday</li><li>8am- 5pm</li><li>Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, 0.67/ Mile</li><li>Benefits: Yes, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA, FSA, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO</li></ul> Ask us about our Milestone Incentive Compensation up to $10,000 WHAT S EXPECTED FROM YOUA VITAS nurse is the end-of-life caregiver everyone deserves. In addition to having your RN license and the qualifications described below, you will embody compassion, empathy, and dedication. You will keep patients at the center of your practice, doing your best each day in service of our mission: Meeting people with comfort and dignity at the end of their life s journey. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE REGISTERED NURSE, RN<ol><li>Currently licensed to practice nursing in Texas where the VITAS program is located.</li><li>A minimum of two years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or community health or hospital setting</li><li>Equivalent experience or licensure may be considered</li></ol>JOB REQUIREMENTS<ol><li>Registered Nurse, RN, has reliable transportation with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers. </li></ol><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?uOW0fkLlj36iAcdvZkS%2f4Ac" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse, RN**

We are a nurse-founded hospice organization and a pioneer in end-of-life care since 1978. We are carers who advocate for our patients and their loved ones at the bedside. We take care of each other. We are proud to make a difference.

**Job Description**

- As a home care RN, you will do the critically important job of ensuring hospice patients are comfortable while forging compassionate, meaningful connections. This is important work that comes with huge responsibility. Patients and families trust VITAS RNs to guide them through one of life's most difficult experiences, and honoring that trust will be your highest priority.
- You will be a respected member of our team, both as a caregiver and as a hospice educator. You will be entrusted with the autonomy to make care decisions at the bedside, ensuring not a moment is wasted in bringing comfort to your patients. You will help patients and their loved ones understand and embrace the palliative rather than curative nature of hospice and the benefits of comfort-focused end-of-life care.
- Each day is different for our home care RNs. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients in their home, ALF, nursing home facility, hospital, or medical facility, adjusting your schedule based on their needs. The total amount of visits may vary per day but on average it is 4 to 6.
- About once a week you'll come to the office to meet with the rest of your interdisciplinary team: the social workers, physicians, chaplains, and nurses who work together to provide whole-person support for the patients and families we serve.

**Requirements**

- Currently licensed to practice nursing in Texas where the VITAS program is located.
- A minimum of two years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or community health or hospital setting.
- Equivalent experience or licensure may be considered.
- Registered Nurse, RN, has reliable transportation with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers.

**Benefits**

- Monday - Friday
- 8 am - 5 pm
- Mileage reimbursement: Yes, 0.67/mile
- Benefits: Yes, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA, FSA, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
- Ask us about our Milestone Incentive Compensation up to $10,000

**Community Overview**

A VITAS nurse is the end-of-life caregiver everyone deserves. In addition to having your RN license and the qualifications described above, you will embody compassion, empathy, and dedication. You will keep patients at the center of your practice, doing your best each day in service of our mission: Meeting people with comfort and dignity at the end of their life's journey.

Hospice Registred Nurse (RN) Home Care -Peru, IL

A health system in Illinois, 2 hours from Chicago, is adding a BC/BE Internal Medicine physician for a full-time, permanent, and employed position. You will join a team of Family Practice physicians, an Internal Medicine physician, a Pedi<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?9SzyQ1NduGBNo%2ff4umlnQAt" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Physician**

A health system in Illinois, 2 hours from Chicago, is adding a BC/BE Internal Medicine physician for a full-time, permanent, and employed position. You will join a team of Family Practice physicians, an Internal Medicine physician, and a Pediatrician.

**Job Description**

- Join a collaborative team of healthcare professionals
- Provide comprehensive care to a diverse patient population

**Requirements**

- Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine

**Benefits**

- Competitive salary and benefits package

**Community Overview**

The community offers a friendly atmosphere with access to various recreational activities and amenities. Residents enjoy a balance of small-town charm and proximity to the vibrant city of Chicago.