Program Specialist III- Quality Management in San Antonio, TX

Description

Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may be just the place for you! The HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state, and one youth residential psychiatric center in Waco. The HSCS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. Whether in a direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life of a Texan.

The Program Specialist III position assists the Director of Quality Management in coordinating and overseeing the planning, implementation and evaluation of services and programs within the hospital to ensure quality of care and compliance with existing internal and external standards and directives. May assist in hospital performance improvement initiatives, monitoring hospital compliance with standards and in developing and monitoring plans of correction for noncompliant areas. Works under the supervision of the Director of Quality Management with latitude for initiative and independent judgment. This position will serve as the back-up for Utilization Management and, in that role, will evaluate appropriateness of admission, length of stay and continued stay of patients utilizing pre-established criteria. Acts as liaison between hospital in-patient units, reimbursement and CMS/insurance providers. Assists in the coordination of the hospital Utilization Management Program. Conducts utilization studies as needed and requested by hospital management.