AVP, Quality & Risk Management
Tulane Medical Center - New Orleans

Tulane Medical Center, located in New Orleans, LA, is one of the most prestigious teaching, research, and medical centers in the country. Every patient case… every acclaimed research study, clinical trial and early adoption of a breakthrough technology is viewed as an opportunity to learn. We currently have an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned executive to be responsible for directing, planning, and organizing a multitude of Clinical and Support Service Departments, which includes: Quality, Risk Management, Peer Review, JCAHO, NCQA, Performance Improvement, Outcomes Research, Health Information Management, Infection Control, VA, Patient Relations and any other assigned departments. Oversees or prepares division and department budgets, monitors and controls expenditures of allotted funds and operations for cost effectiveness. Oversees and directs divisional and departmental activities to ensure quality services for both internal and external customers. Serves as a resource to, and collaborates with others to advance the hospital mission. Facilitates work of the Medical Staff committees and assumes administrative responsibility for Medical Staff peer review activities. Serves as the Hospital’s Senior Risk Manager and primary resource for expertise on performance improvement principles, priorities and accreditation standards.

Requirements include:
• Master's degree in Healthcare field
• A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant health care experience (clinical experience required, infection control experience a plus)
• RN licensure required
• Certification in Risk Management by the American Society for Healthcare Rism Management (ASHRM), and/or Healthcare Quality by the National Association for Healthcare Quality preferred

Additional position requirements and job duties include:
• Effective management and oral/written communication skills
• The ability to effectively present information to top management and public group
• The ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• The administration of all standards for safety, risk management, and infection control as required by enforcement agencies

We offer a salary commensurate with experience and a complete benefits package including a 401(k) plan with 100% employer match, relocation assistance, and much more.

For more information and to apply online, visit our Web site at: www.tmccareers.com
Or, e-mail your resume (in confidence) to: Karen.Darcy@HCAHealthcare.com

EOE. Tulane Medical Center is a drug-free workplace.