As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
500178 Trauma Program
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCA 214
Compensation Range:
$73,528.00 - $99,257.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
The Pediatric Trauma Performance Improvement (PI) Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, execution, and ongoing development of the trauma performance improvement and patient safety (PIPS) program within the Pediatric Surgery Division within the Department of Surgery. This role ensures continuous monitoring, identification, investigation, and resolution of deviations in care, with a focus on loop closure, regulatory compliance, and optimal patient outcomes. The PI coordinator will serve as Quality Assurance Liaison on behalf of the Pediatric Trauma Program to the Department of Surgery and Hospital Quality Office. The Pediatric PI coordinator will also be responsible for planning, implementing, and executing Pediatric Trauma Outreach events/activities.
Under the direction of the Pediatric Trauma Medical Director and Pediatric Trauma Program Manager, the PI Coordinator will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary clinical teams, Hospital Quality Office, and Departmental/Divisional Quality Teams to ensure adherence to standards set forth by the University of Rochester Medical Center, American College of Surgeons, New York State Department of Health, Joint Commission, and other regulatory offices.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Trauma Performance Improvement & Patient Safety (PIPS) Program Management
Coordinate and manage the Pediatric Trauma PIPS Program in accordance with American College of Surgeons (ACS) Resources for Optimal Care of the Injured Patient standards and Hospital Quality Office.
Utilize the Pediatric Trauma Registry and other data sources to identify individual cases requiring further review using audit filters, complications, and event triggers
Ensure timely primary case review, secondary review, and escalation as needed.
Utilize the Pediatric Trauma Registry and other data sources to track and trend audit filters, complications, and event triggers to identify patterns and trends in care delivery.
Implement data-driven, evidence-based quality initiatives in coordination with the Pediatric Trauma Medical Director and Pediatric Trauma Program Manager.
Utilize ACS Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP) benchmarking reports to analyze trauma center outcomes and aid in prioritization of performance improvement activities and projects.
Monitor effectiveness of quality initiatives and interventions post-implementation and escalate unresolved issues as necessary.
Work with the Pediatric Trauma Medical Director and Pediatric Trauma Program Manager to create and implement policies and procedures based on evidence-based, best practice to optimize patient care.
Serve as Quality Assurance Liaison on behalf of the Pediatric Trauma Program to Department of Surgery, which will assume the following responsibilities: Oversight and management of RL Solutions for pediatric trauma patients.
Participation in divisional, departmental, and hospital quality committees…