Quality Management Specialist

Quality Management Specialist Full time, exempt, days, 8am-5pm Job Summary Under general supervision, this role drives clinical excellence to achieve quality outcomes and objectives. Conducts medical record reviews and identifies areas for improvement and adherence to best practices. Facilitates Medical Peer Reviews, Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluations (OPPE), and for‑cause Focused Professional Practice Evaluations (FPPE). Conducts quality data analysis, reviews, and reporting to maintain regulatory requirements and drive clinical outcomes on Pay for Performance Quality programs. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in healthcare required. Graduate of an accredited RN program. Active RN license to practice in the State of Maryland required. Certifications in Healthcare Quality or related field preferred. Experience: Minimum of two (2) years healthcare experience required. Experience with Maryland’s quality‑based reimbursement programs preferred. Prior quality management, risk management, patient safety, or performance improvement experience preferred. Knowledge and proficiency with QI methodologies, applications and theory. Years of experience can substitute educational requirements if applicable. Skills & abilities: Strong clinical knowledge and experience in an acute care setting. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills. Advanced computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Knowledge of data collection and analysis with statistical concepts. Strong planning, organization and time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to lead and facilitate clinical and multi‑disciplinary teams. Strong teaming skills and ability to build credibility and trust within the organization. Maintaining confidentiality is required. Benefits Pay Range: $42.64/hr - $64/hr Other Compensation (if applicable) Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Maryland Medical System