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ABOUT VALLEY HEALTH PHYSICIAN ALLIANCE

Las Vegas is known internationally as a major resort city often known for its gambling, shopping, entertainment, and nightlife. Although Las Vegas identifies as “The Entertainment Capital of the World” and is famous for The Strip and its mega casino-hotels, there is so much more to life in the Valley. From the lovely Summerlin area adjacent to Red Rock Canyon, to the beautifully developed Green Valley area set away from the hustle and bustle of The Strip, there are many wonderful communities of people and families who call Las Vegas home. Backing the communities across our region is an ever-growing and ever-strengthening healthcare system.

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The Quality Improvement Analyst works with IPM Leadership, providers, IT and a host of interdisciplinary workgroups to lead and facilitate the workflow improvements and processes related to quality improvement initiatives (e.g., PQRS and Meaningful Use). Audits, reviews and validates the financial compensation/outcomes related to government regulations, payor requirements and compliance mandates.

Systems Support

• Attends and actively participates in all training sessions deemed appropriate
• Thoroughly understands the system set-up, the structure and the reasons behind the system build in order to support and promote how the system is intended to be used
• Assists with and recommends design suggestions and the subsequent testing activities for the system as needed
• Actively participates in the development of administrative and clinical policies and procedures with regard to the EPM/EHR system, Meaningful Use and PQRS initiatives
• Understands both the “big picture” and the details of the workflow
• Documents issues and works with IT, system vendors and others to expeditiously resolve
• Monitors end user performance, documents issues/deficiencies, reports on key measures and works to incrementally improve performance
• Maintains and grows knowledge about internal policies, procedures and workflows
• Fields end user questions accurately and timely

PQRS/Meaningful Use

• Possesses strong business acumen
• Demonstrates analytical skills that include staffing and forecasting models, key performance indicators, benchmarking and variance analysis
• Optimizes clinical and administrative workflow through the use of operational and financial metrics to assist with process improvement adoption for all relevant quality improvement programs
• Creates, analyzes and presents statistical information pertaining to EMR operations and utilization
• Utilizes system report writing tools to generate reports and analyze data on measurable Communicates findings as needed.
• Works effectively in a team environment and manages multiple priorities
• Exhibits strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
• Is flexible and adaptable in a fast changing environment
• Uses excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrates understanding of clinical operations and workflows
• Possesses a general understanding of provider documentation guidelines and coding

Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics which align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 11 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.

Benefit Highlights

• A Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

About Universal Health Services (UHS), Inc.

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Licensure, Training & Travel Requirements (if applicable):

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business or clinical related field Commensurate work experience required.
• Experience and/or training in computer applications
• Knowledge of health care administration
• Knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements for physician practice operations, PQRS and Meaningful Use.
• Knowledge of medical practice computer systems and
• Skill in planning, organizing and
• Skill in communicating effectively with physicians, administrative staff, internal customers and external
• Skill in developing
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex
• Ability to research and prepare comprehensive
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in
• Ability to complete goals through project/team

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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Pay Transparency

To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. A posted salary range applies to the current job posting. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.

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