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The Hospital Licensing and Accreditation Specialist is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and maintaining all hospital licensing. This role assists the organization with remaining compliant with federal, state, and local regulations as well as accreditation standards established by organizations such as The Joint Commission (TJC), DNV Healthcare, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and other applicable regulatory bodies. The specialist serves as a key liaison among hospital leadership, department managers, surveyors, and regulatory agencies to support continuous readiness and quality improvement initiatives. The Hospital Licensing and Accreditation Specialist will have dual reporting to Quality and Legal.
- Licensing and Regulatory Compliance
- Coordinate initial and renewal applications for hospital licenses, permits, certifications, and registrations
- Monitor regulatory requirements and ensure timely submission of all required documentation to government agencies
- Maintain comprehensive records related to hospital licensure, certifications, and regulatory inspections
- Facilitate responses to regulatory agencies regarding compliance inquiries, audits, and corrective action plans
- Accreditation
- Assist with coordination of accreditation preparation activities for organizations such as The Joint Commission, DNV, CMS, and state health departments
- Assist with mock surveys, tracers, and internal audits to assess compliance with accreditation standards
- Assist with coordinating survey logistics
- Assist with monitoring corrective action plans and coordinating timely completion of identified deficiencies
- Performance Improvement and Continuous Readiness
- Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to promote ongoing survey readiness
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives related to regulatory compliance
- Analyze compliance in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives related to regulatory compliance
- Analyze compliance trends and identify opportunities for process improvement
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures that support regulatory and accreditation requirements
- Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership, compliance committees, and governing boards
- Education Training
- Assist with education and guidance to hospital staff regarding accreditation standards and regulatory requirements
- Assist with the development of training materials and compliance resources
- Assist with orientation and ongoing educational sessions related to licensing, accreditation, and survey readiness
- Serve as a subject matter expert for MSDH licensing and regulatory compliance matters
Education Requirements:
- Required:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Preferred:
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field
Experience Requirements:
- Preferred:
- Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in a healthcare setting. Experience with document control and maintenance and group facilitation in conjunction with accreditation, compliance, quality management, regulatory affairs, or hospital operations. Knowledge of hospital licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
Knowledge:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications. to include Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
Skills:
Excellent organizational and project management skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent written and verbal communication skillsWork Environment: Primarily office-based within a healthcare setting. Occasional travel for training, conferences, or regulatory meetings. May require flexible hours during survey, inspections, or accreditation activities.
Physical Demands: Frequent reaching, sitting, walking, and standing may be required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the Job.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Hospital Licensing and Accreditation Specialist is responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and maintaining all hospital licensing. This role assists the organization with remaining compliant with federal, state, and local regulations as well as accreditation standards established by organizations such as The Joint Commission (TJC), DNV Healthcare, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and other applicable regulatory bodies. The specialist serves as a key liaison among hospital leadership, department managers, surveyors, and regulatory agencies to support continuous readiness and quality improvement initiatives. The Hospital Licensing and Accreditation Specialist will have dual reporting to Quality and Legal.
- Licensing and Regulatory Compliance
- Coordinate initial and renewal applications for hospital licenses, permits, certifications, and registrations
- Monitor regulatory requirements and ensure timely submission of all required documentation to government agencies
- Maintain comprehensive records related to hospital licensure, certifications, and regulatory inspections
- Facilitate responses to regulatory agencies regarding compliance inquiries, audits, and corrective action plans
- Accreditation
- Assist with coordination of accreditation preparation activities for organizations such as The Joint Commission, DNV, CMS, and state health departments
- Assist with mock surveys, tracers, and internal audits to assess compliance with accreditation standards
- Assist with coordinating survey logistics
- Assist with monitoring corrective action plans and coordinating timely completion of identified deficiencies
- Performance Improvement and Continuous Readiness
- Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to promote ongoing survey readiness
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives related to regulatory compliance
- Analyze compliance in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives related to regulatory compliance
- Analyze compliance trends and identify opportunities for process improvement
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures that support regulatory and accreditation requirements
- Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership, compliance committees, and governing boards
- Education Training
- Assist with education and guidance to hospital staff regarding accreditation standards and regulatory requirements
- Assist with the development of training materials and compliance resources
- Assist with orientation and ongoing educational sessions related to licensing, accreditation, and survey readiness
- Serve as a subject matter expert for MSDH licensing and regulatory compliance matters
Education Requirements:
- Required:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Preferred:
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field
Experience Requirements:
- Preferred:
- Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in a healthcare setting. Experience with document control and maintenance and group facilitation in conjunction with accreditation, compliance, quality management, regulatory affairs, or hospital operations. Knowledge of hospital licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
Knowledge:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications. to include Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
Skills:
Excellent organizational and project management skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent written and verbal communication skillsWork Environment: Primarily office-based within a healthcare setting. Occasional travel for training, conferences, or regulatory meetings. May require flexible hours during survey, inspections, or accreditation activities.
Physical Demands: Frequent reaching, sitting, walking, and standing may be required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the Job.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal79
- Protiviti11
- Crowe7
- Baptist Health South Florida5
- ChristianaCare4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services22
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Accounting & Auditing2
- Staffing & Recruiting1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in performance improvement specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, industrial engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or PDSA process improvement methodologies
- Experience using data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or Tableau to measure process outcomes
- Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional improvement teams
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, or CPHQ in healthcare settings
- Ability to develop and present performance dashboards, root cause analyses, and improvement reports to leadership
Tips for Your Performance Improvement Specialist Job Search
Quantify your process improvement outcomes
Hiring managers want to see measurable results, not just project descriptions. For each role on your resume, name the process you improved, the methodology you applied, and the outcome in concrete terms like cycle time reduced or error rates lowered.
List your Lean and Six Sigma credentials prominently
Many performance improvement specialist postings screen for specific certifications before a human ever reads the application. Put your Lean, Six Sigma, or CPHQ credentials in your resume header or a dedicated credentials section, not buried in the experience block.
Target postings by industry to match your methodology
Healthcare organizations often want PDSA cycle experience, while manufacturers lean toward DMAIC and value stream mapping. Filter your search by industry and read each posting for methodology keywords so you apply to roles where your toolset is a direct match.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists performance improvement specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case study for the interview stage
Performance improvement interviews almost always include a scenario question or a request to walk through a past project. Have a single high-impact case study ready that covers the problem you identified, the data you collected, the intervention you designed, and the result you verified.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When evaluating an offer, ask specifically what authority you will have to implement changes versus only make recommendations. Performance improvement specialists who lack change authority often stall projects, so clarifying scope before you accept is as important as negotiating pay.
Performance Improvement Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most performance improvement specialists?
Alvarez & Marsal, Protiviti, and Crowe are hiring the most performance improvement specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems and large manufacturers tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many performance improvement specialist jobs are remote?
About 75% of performance improvement specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Roles focused on data reporting, policy development, and training design tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to on-site process observation in manufacturing or clinical settings are more likely to require in-person presence.
How do you become a performance improvement specialist?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in a field like business, healthcare administration, industrial engineering, or a related discipline. Gain hands-on experience with process improvement projects in an analyst or coordinator role, then pursue a Lean Six Sigma certification at the Green Belt level or higher. Building a portfolio of documented improvement outcomes with measurable results is what distinguishes candidates when moving into specialist roles.
Can you get a performance improvement specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level performance improvement specialist roles do exist, particularly in healthcare quality and operations, but you need to demonstrate analytical thinking and familiarity with at least one improvement methodology. Completing a Lean or Six Sigma certification, contributing to a process improvement initiative in a previous role even outside a dedicated title, and presenting a clear example of a problem you analyzed and solved will carry more weight than years of experience alone.
What does the performance improvement specialist interview process look like?
The interview process typically includes an initial screening call focused on your background and certifications, followed by one or two rounds with the hiring manager and team members from operations or quality. Expect a behavioral interview with scenario questions asking you to walk through a past improvement project end to end. Some employers also ask candidates to complete a brief case study or data analysis exercise before or during the final round.
Where can I find and apply to performance improvement specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to performance improvement specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background, methodology experience, and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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