Clinical Quality Lead

Join Our Team: Clinical Quality Lead

Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice is more than just a healthcare provider; we're a community-focused, not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the well-being of central Vermonters. We deliver exceptional home health and hospice care to individuals of all backgrounds, ensuring access to high-quality services regardless of financial circumstances. Committed to holistic care, we offer a range of health promotion, long-term care, and maternal-and-child health services, aiming to enrich the lives of our community members at every stage.

We're looking for a licensed Registered Nurse (RN), Physical Therapist (PT), or Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Quality team as a Clinical Quality Lead. This role supports clinical documentation integrity, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement initiatives. Based in our Barre, VT office, the position offers the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement following completion of orientation and training period.

Your Responsibilities:

As a member of our dedicated team, you'll:

• Review and verify patient charts, OASIS assessments, plans of care, and other clinical documentation for completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to best practices.
• Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies before they lead to survey deficiencies, claim denials, or negative patient outcomes.
• Conduct audits of medical records and care processes, identify trends, and develop quality improvement initiatives to educate clinical staff.
• Verify alignment between physician orders, the Plan of Care (485), and OASIS/clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA, and Vermont Home Care Rules.
• Support the agency's QAPI program, including data collection, trending, and performance improvement planning.
• Compile and analyze quality indicators and performance metrics to recommend corrective actions, including those tied to PDGM and HHVBP reimbursement accuracy.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and social workers to ensure documentation reflects actual patient care and participate in QA meetings and interdisciplinary committees.

Why Join Us: We offer more than just a job; we provide a fulfilling career with exceptional benefits:

• 28 days combined time off in your first year for a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to start your day from home for added convenience.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance to support your professional growth.
• Supportive environment with guidance from our office staff and management team.
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs to ease financial burdens.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including employer contribution group health, dental, and life insurance, as well as short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan with 3% employer contribution for long-term financial security.
• Discounts at local vendors to enjoy perks beyond work.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in nursing required; BSN preferred (a licensed PT or OT with home health/hospice clinical and quality experience will also be considered).
• 23 years of experience in home health or hospice quality assurance or clinical documentation, with direct clinical experience in the specialty.
• Must hold a current license to practice as an RN, PT, or OT in the State of Vermont.
• Valid driver's license.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and making a positive impact in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. Join our team at Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice and embark on a rewarding journey where your skills and compassion truly matter. Apply now and be a part of something meaningful.