Program Coordinator

Title PROGRAM COORDINATOR Employee Type Unclassified Staff Department Epidemiology and Pop Health Campus Location SPH EPIDEMIOLOGY PROGRAM Job Summary / Basic Functions The program coordinator is responsible for working with primary care practices for successful implementation of evidence-based interventions, population health strategies, and quality improvement activities to establish organized approaches to breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer screenings within clinical settings. This position is responsible for managing and cultivating relationships, assessing clinical workflow and processes, using practice facilitation, and coaching to drive quality improvements related to increased cancer screenings. Works under limited supervision. Finally, the program coordinator will assist in the implementation of the early detection and prevention programs for cancer. Experience with diverse clinic EHRs such as EPIC, Athena, and ECW, and overlay dashboards such as Azara is required. Minimum Qualifications Required Education: Bachelor’s Required Field of Study: Health or Health care related discipline such as Public Health, Policy, Administration, Health Communications, Quality Improvement or related Number of years required to perform the job: 5 Type of experience required to perform the job: relevant work experience; healthcare related discipline Substitution: Master’s Degree with 2 years of professional level experience may substitute for required experience. Must have experience in quality improvement preferably in a clinic setting. Additional Information About Our School/Department The Screen Up program is an implementation science initiative that partners with primary care clinics across Louisiana to improve colorectal cancer screening uptake. Through tailored, evidence-based quality improvement strategies, Screen Up strengthens clinic workflows, enhances the adoption and fidelity of screening protocols, and addresses patient- and system-level barriers. The program is designed to produce measurable increases in screening rates and reduce preventable cancer morbidity and mortality. Equal Opportunity Employer LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( View email address on click.appcast.io ). #J-18808-Ljbffr LSUHSC - New Orleans