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3 positions at Stroger Hospital

PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ANALYST

Job Number: 00119203

Grade: 20

Job Posting: May 12, 2016, 7:39:52 AM

Closing Date: Jun 2, 2016, 11:59:00 PM

Starting Salary: COMPETITIVE SALARY

Organization: Health and Hospital Systems

Job Summary Location: Stroger Hospital

Department: County Care/Managed Care

Under the direction of the Manager of Quality and Credentialing, proactively facilitates clinical performance improvement initiatives across the CountyCare network to improve health care services and outcomes for members. Works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to generate meaningful, actionable, results-driven quality improvement. Tracks progress and communicates project status on a regular basis and supports team efforts to achieve targets. Acts as a positive agent for change.

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCHHS Personnel Rules.

 

https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=160140&src=JB-10320

 

 

HEALTH PLAN QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ANALYST

Job Number: 00119213

Grade: 20

Job Posting: May 11, 2016, 2:41:04 PM

Closing Date: Jun 01, 2016, 11:59:00 PM

Starting Salary: COMPETITIVE SALARY

Collective Bargaining Unit: NONE

Organization: Health and Hospital Systems

Job Summary Location: Stroger Hospital

Department: County Care/Managed Care

The Health Plan Quality Improvement Analyst works collaboratively with CountyCare leadership and business intelligence teams in collecting and analyzing data to generate meaningful, actionable reports and improvement initiatives. Interprets data from the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) and Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) survey, identifying gaps in performance to benchmarks. Develops and reviews qualitative and quantitative analyses and studies for statistical methodology and inclusion in State mandated performance improvement projects. Prepares data presentations for a variety of audiences.

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCHHS Personnel Rules.

 

https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=160280&src=JB-10320

 

 

Quality Assessment Coordinator

Job Number :00118732

Job Posting: May 11, 2016, 3:39:52 PM

Closing Date: May 25, 2016, 11:59:00 PM

Collective Bargaining Unit: None

Posting Salary: Competitive Salary

Organization: Health and Hospital Systems

Job Summary Location: Stroger Hospital

Department: County Care/Managed Care

Under the direction of the Quality Manager, supports the development and implementation of health plan quality improvement initiatives, audits, and investigations; assists in resolving deficiencies in quality, regulatory and accreditation standards within CountyCare/Managed Care.  Interacts with a diverse range of clinical and administrative professionals, resolves complex issues and performs data analytic and reporting activities to ensure CountyCare member care is coordinated and managed appropriately.

 

https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=151300&src=JB-10320

Research Coordinator - Marquette University

Research Coordinator for a federal qualitative research project investigating the well-being of caregivers of adults with spinal cord injury across a variety of demographic and socioeconomic groups. The position is full time and, while based at Shriners Hospitals for Children in Chicago, the coordinator will be an employee of Marquette University. The position runs through September 2017.

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing recruitment, data collection and management, and contributing to analysis and dissemination activities. We are seeking a candidate with a Master’s degree in a related field or 3 years of equivalent research experience. Experiences with qualitative interviewing as well as serving veterans and families living with disabilities are highly desired.

Please see the attached early draft of a job description (subject to change) and feel free to forward along to colleagues and associates!

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and list of three references to Susan Ryerson Espino, PhD, Associate Investigator, sryersonespino@shrinenet.org. Formal application through Marquette University will be required once posted.

Position Overview

Research Coordinator for a newly funded federal qualitative project investigating the well-being of caregivers of adults with spinal cord injury across a variety of demographic and socioeconomic groups. Participants will be recruited from four rehabilitation hospitals in the Chicagoland area. The position is full time and, while based at Shriners Hospital in Chicago, the coordinator will be an employee of Marquette University.

 

The Research Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of this project, including project start-up activities (i.e., preparation of the study protocol and measurement tools for the Institutional Review Board), participant recruitment, data collection and analyses, and data dissemination. This person will work independently and will be expected to contribute to the development of scientific manuscripts, conference abstracts, and grant proposals. In addition, this individual will be responsible for supervising Recruitment Coordinators at the other three hospital sites. Taken together, the Research Coordinator will have the ability to function independently as he/she will have the authority to make independent decisions. 

 

Essential Functions

Assist with preparation of the initial Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission as well as annual continuation reports.

Coordinate and execute participant recruitment, including making decisions about how to effectively outreach to the target population. Related to this, the individual will supervise the three recruitment coordinators at the other three participating sites.

Manage the collection of qualitative and quantitative data, including consenting participants and conducting interviews.

Contribute to the analyses of qualitative and quantitative data, including making decisions about coding classifications.

Contribute to the dissemination of data, including independent and team preparation of scientific manuscripts and abstracts for scientific professional meetings.

Contribute to the writing and preparation of applications for continuation funding.

Contribute to the translation of findings into points of intervention.

Organize annual advisory board meetings for key stakeholders, including devising a system for incorporating feedback of both the professional and consumer members.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with preparation of reports to the funder (Department of Defense)

 

Functional and Technical Competencies

 

·         Strong communication and analytical skills

·         Thorough knowledge of scientific method and research processes

·         Ability to implement research projects

·         Must be willing to work flexible hours as necessary

 

Education/Training and Certification, Licensure, Registration Requirements

 

·         Master’s degree in a related field or 3 years of equivalent research experience

 

Experience

 

·         Master’s degree in a related field or 3 years of equivalent research experience

 

Environment and/or Physical Factors

 

·         Conduct off-site recruitment and data collection based on the needs of research participants; may need to go to other performance sites and/or community locations to accomplish this.

 

Desired Qualifications

 

·         Experience with or familiarity with research conducted with caregivers and/or individuals with spinal cord injury.

 

 

Sales Development Representative - Upp Technology

Sales Development Representative

Upp Technology, One Tower Lane, Suite 1910, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
As a national thought leader in healthcare revenue cycle management, we develop technology and consulting solutions that increase funding for healthcare organizations. As local health providers throughout the country struggle with drastic funding cuts and skyrocketing healthcare costs, we teach health providers how to build their own sustainable revenue. With our fast-growing SMART Health Claims division, Upp Technology is adding millions of dollars back into the public healthcare system.
We are looking for intelligent, motivated sales professionals to join us in our mission to help local health providers build sustainable revenue.

This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your personal, professional and financial growth and gain valuable experience in the healthcare technology sales. In this position, you’ll place a high-volume of outbound calls and emails utilizing our extensive database of warm prospects to educate potential customers on the need for our technology and consulting.
Primary Responsibilities
• Place a high volume of outbound calls and emails daily
• Schedule appointments and follow-up
• Educate potential customers via telephone and email on the need for our services and solutions 
• Encourage existing customers to purchase additional products and services
• Secure meaningful interactions for our sales executives 
• Maintain accurate daily record of sales in CRM system
• Engage in continual learning of our products and services

Requirements
• One or more years of experience in telesales in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Strong customer service skills
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to manage critical client information
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
• Healthcare industry experience a plus 
• Familiarity with CRM systems a plus – preferably Salesforce.com
• Bachelor’s degrees

We offer a competitive salary plus and an aggressive commission program. We are located in a modern office space with state-of-the-art technology in Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. 


Contact Elli Penland (EPenland@upp.com) for application.

Two positions - Dow Chemical

Two positions are currently available at The Dow Chemical Company: Health Services organization, located in Midland, MI. 

 

Link to Physician role:  https://dow.taleo.net/careersection/10020/jobdetail.ftl?job=1602874

 

Link to Epidemiologist role: https://dow.taleo.net/careersection/10020/jobdetail.ftl?job=1602803