Quality Improvement Specialist Jobs
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Work Sessions: Provide planning and facilitation for meetings including large group learning sessions, conference calls, and expert meetings. Design work sessions with a specific focus or intent. Drive consensus to finalize the charter, measures and interventions to help teams obtain results. Keep meetings focused and moving, and ensure even participation. Build cohesiveness to achieve results and guide the teams to perform at the highest level possible. Provide expert level meeting facilitation for project teams, including agendas and outcomes. Facilitate the planning and execution of PDSAs. Facilitate the development of strategic improvement goals.
Planning and Coordination: Drive change by working with faculty and content experts to identify evidence-based care. Work with leaders and management to plan and lead planning group meetings. Orient group to the process and their roles and responsibilities. Coordinate learning sessions with guidance from management and faculty. Develop learning session agendas. Support recruitment of participants by interacting with client and interested teams.
Customer Service: Provide expert customer service as a consultant to quality improvement teams utilizing CCHMC improvement science methodology and tools, reliability science, expert level facilitation, and change management methodologies including team building, leadership development, and will building. Understand the aims and scope of the work. Identify and implement QI data driven strategies to ensure team's success. Be present in areas supported. Provide project management for improvement teams, strategic planning sessions, and other organizational meetings.
Teamwork: Develop connectedness with peers to develop a strong working team. Assist staff and students in successful understanding of QI methodology and completion of assigned projects. Provide coaching to develop strong team leaders. Provide coaching services to improvement science students to assist them in the learning and application of QI methods, models and theories.
Coaching and Support: Provide coaching and support for quality improvement teams and contribute to strategic planning. Coordinate and contribute to the development of learning objectives for all activities and provide final approval for all pre-work, learning session and Action Period call materials. Develop Learning Session evaluations. Teach and train at learning sessions.
Coach and train internal and external team members in quality improvement methods. Assist in the design and execution of quality improvement projects. Serve as a consultant to faculty and staff to develop the charter, KDD, measures, PDSA cycles and data systems.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field
2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Experience with PI, CQI, Six Sigma, Lean or TQM techniques
Primary Location Offices at Vernon Place
Schedule Full time
Shift Day (United States of America)
Department Anderson Ctr Health Sys Excell
Employee Status Regular
FTE 1
Weekly Hours 40
Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $81,723.20 - $104,208.00
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Work Sessions: Provide planning and facilitation for meetings including large group learning sessions, conference calls, and expert meetings. Design work sessions with a specific focus or intent. Drive consensus to finalize the charter, measures and interventions to help teams obtain results. Keep meetings focused and moving, and ensure even participation. Build cohesiveness to achieve results and guide the teams to perform at the highest level possible. Provide expert level meeting facilitation for project teams, including agendas and outcomes. Facilitate the planning and execution of PDSAs. Facilitate the development of strategic improvement goals.
Planning and Coordination: Drive change by working with faculty and content experts to identify evidence-based care. Work with leaders and management to plan and lead planning group meetings. Orient group to the process and their roles and responsibilities. Coordinate learning sessions with guidance from management and faculty. Develop learning session agendas. Support recruitment of participants by interacting with client and interested teams.
Customer Service: Provide expert customer service as a consultant to quality improvement teams utilizing CCHMC improvement science methodology and tools, reliability science, expert level facilitation, and change management methodologies including team building, leadership development, and will building. Understand the aims and scope of the work. Identify and implement QI data driven strategies to ensure team's success. Be present in areas supported. Provide project management for improvement teams, strategic planning sessions, and other organizational meetings.
Teamwork: Develop connectedness with peers to develop a strong working team. Assist staff and students in successful understanding of QI methodology and completion of assigned projects. Provide coaching to develop strong team leaders. Provide coaching services to improvement science students to assist them in the learning and application of QI methods, models and theories.
Coaching and Support: Provide coaching and support for quality improvement teams and contribute to strategic planning. Coordinate and contribute to the development of learning objectives for all activities and provide final approval for all pre-work, learning session and Action Period call materials. Develop Learning Session evaluations. Teach and train at learning sessions.
Coach and train internal and external team members in quality improvement methods. Assist in the design and execution of quality improvement projects. Serve as a consultant to faculty and staff to develop the charter, KDD, measures, PDSA cycles and data systems.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field
2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Experience with PI, CQI, Six Sigma, Lean or TQM techniques
Primary Location Offices at Vernon Place
Schedule Full time
Shift Day (United States of America)
Department Anderson Ctr Health Sys Excell
Employee Status Regular
FTE 1
Weekly Hours 40
Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $81,723.20 - $104,208.00
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Island Peer Review Organization5
- Banner Health2
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta2
- Hitachi Global Air Power Us, LLC (F/K/A Sullair Llc)2
- McLaren Health Care2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services16
- Science & Research6
- Education3
- Manufacturing3
- Insurance2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality improvement specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, nursing, or a related field
- Experience with quality improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or PDSA
- Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards such as Joint Commission or CMS requirements
- Proficiency in data analysis tools including Excel, Tableau, or electronic health record reporting modules
- Certification such as CPHQ, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Certified Quality Improvement Associate preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to clinical or operational leadership
Tips for Your Quality Improvement Specialist Job Search
Quantify your process improvement outcomes
Recruiters for quality improvement specialist roles want to see measurable results. Replace vague claims with specifics: defect rates reduced, cycle times shortened, or audit findings resolved. Hiring managers in this field screen for evidence of impact, not just participation in improvement projects.
List your certifications prominently up top
Credentials like Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Lean certification are frequently listed as requirements, not nice-to-haves. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so screeners spot them before they read your experience.
Target openings that match your quality framework
Healthcare organizations often prioritize PDSA and Joint Commission familiarity, while manufacturing employers lean toward DMAIC and ISO 9001. Filter your search by industry and read job descriptions carefully so your application language mirrors the specific methodology the employer uses.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality 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 data story for your interview
Interviewers consistently ask quality improvement specialists to walk through a project from problem identification to measurable outcome. Build a concise narrative around one strong example that covers the tool you used, the stakeholders involved, and the before-and-after result you can defend with numbers.
Negotiate scope and resources, not just pay
When you receive an offer, ask about the improvement portfolio you'll own, access to data systems, and cross-functional authority. Quality improvement specialists who negotiate these conditions upfront avoid the common frustration of being hired without the organizational access needed to do the job effectively.
Quality Improvement Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality improvement specialists?
The companies hiring the most quality improvement specialists right now include Island Peer Review Organization, Banner Health, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, with the largest share of openings in New York, Michigan, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Health systems, managed care organizations, and large hospital networks tend to post the highest volume of these roles consistently.
How many quality improvement specialist jobs are remote?
About 16% of quality improvement specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though availability varies by sector. Roles focused on data analysis, reporting, and program coordination tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring on-site audits, staff training, or direct clinical observation are more likely to require in-person presence.
How do you become a quality improvement specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as healthcare administration, business, public health, or nursing. Build foundational knowledge in quality frameworks like Lean or Six Sigma, then pursue a recognized certification such as the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality or a Six Sigma credential. Entry-level roles in quality assurance, compliance, or data analysis give you the project experience employers expect before they hire into dedicated quality improvement positions.
Can you get hired as a quality improvement specialist without direct experience?
Yes, if you can demonstrate transferable skills in data analysis, process documentation, or compliance work. Employers in healthcare and government frequently hire candidates who come from nursing, clinical informatics, or administrative coordination backgrounds and have touched quality-adjacent work. Framing your experience around a specific improvement project you contributed to, even in a supporting role, is more effective than positioning yourself as a generalist applicant.
What does the quality improvement specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds, starting with a recruiter screen focused on credentials and methodology familiarity, followed by a panel or hiring manager interview that includes behavioral questions and a structured project walkthrough. Some organizations add a practical component such as reviewing mock data, presenting a sample improvement plan, or completing a written case study before or during the final round.
Where can I find and apply to quality improvement specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to quality improvement specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the results on this page.
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