Program Consultant, Health Care Quality
Company: American Heart Association, Inc.
Location: Dallas
Posted on: March 9, 2025
Job Description:
OverviewSince our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular
disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To
overcome today's biggest health challenges and accelerate this
progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our
movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier
future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make
with us.The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity
for a Program Consultant, Health Care Quality supporting our
National Center office in Dallas, TX. This position can be home
based.This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, grant-funded
opportunity. Current funding will expire on August 3, 2027, with
the possibility of extension.The Program Consultant, Health Care
Quality will be responsible for the implementation of quality
programs aimed at improving care in patients with cardiovascular
disease. Responsible for working with multiple sites to educate and
motivate improvement in treatment to guidelines, clinical
processes, and practices. Responsible for communicating project
status, and delivering requirements within budget, scope, and
timeline. This position will also work closely with several
different departments within the national office to ensure
success.The Association offers many resources to help you maintain
work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life
situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to
Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as
additional training and support, locally.#TheAHALife is our company
culture, our way of life, reflecting our diversity, equity &
inclusion, our focus on work-life harmonization and our Guiding
Values. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the
American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram,
Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and at
heart.jobs.Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of quality improvement projects to help
healthcare providers treat cardiovascular disease in alignment with
the organization's guidelines, providing consultation, support, and
process mapping to identify improvement opportunities.
- Develop and implement program strategies, serving as the main
point of contact for hospitals and clinics while coordinating with
staff and volunteers to ensure sustainability through ongoing
resources and education.
- Collaborate with clinicians to develop clinical decision
support tools and address barriers to guideline adoption, improving
patient outcomes by enhancing clinical workflows.
- Communicate project progress with leadership, manage
cross-functional teams, and ensure project deliverables are met
according to timelines.
- Oversee project documentation, including managing budgets,
timelines, and reporting for internal and external
stakeholders.Qualifications
- 3 years of related experience.
- Experience in healthcare or public health, including clinical,
quality improvement, program development, and systems
improvement.
- 3 years of project management experience, including managing
budgets, timelines, and communication with team members and
stakeholders.
- Skilled in working with clinical audiences to drive change
management and improve patient outcomes.
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills with
proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook).
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and
effectively engage with volunteers to increase motivation and
participation.
- Willingness to travel approximately 15% of the time, including
overnight stays.Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
certification.
- Experience in the medical field, with a focus on healthcare
quality or clinical settings.Compensation & BenefitsThe expected
pay range will be $65,000 to $85,000. Pay is commensurate with
experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply.
The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or
less than the posted range. The American Heart Association invests
in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards
package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
- Compensation - Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive
base salary. That's why we regularly review the market value of
jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
- Performance and Recognition - You are rewarded for achieving
success by merit increases and incentive programs.
- Benefits - We offer a wide array of benefits including medical,
dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust
retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic
contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being,
we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness
program, telemedicine, and medical consultation.
- Professional Development - You can join one of our many
Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our
professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association's
national online university, with more than 100,000 resources
designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
- Work-Life Harmonization - The Association offers Paid Time Off
(PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The
number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will
also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes
several days off at the end of the year.
- Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all
employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees
who wish to further their education and career in relation to their
current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future
positions in the organization.The American Heart Association's 2028
Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in
cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive
breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy,
and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest
discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.At
American Heart Association - American Stroke Association, our
mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer,
healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender
identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national
origin and physical or cognitive abilities. We're committed to
ensuring our workforce, workplace culture and mission have a shared
impact across a diverse set of backgrounds.In accordance with local
and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest
or conviction records will be considered for
employment.EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
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