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Responsibilities

Are you a detail-oriented and analytical professional passionate about improving patient care through effective peer review processes? Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Staff Peer Review Specialist to support our medical staff in maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence. In this vital role, you will contribute to Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluations (OPPE) and Focused Professional Practice Evaluations (FPPE), ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and patient safety within our Tacoma facility.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Role: Directly contribute to improving patient care and promoting a culture of safety.

Professional Growth: Develop your expertise in medical staff peer review within a leading healthcare system.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to excellence.

Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Make a Difference: Play a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of patient care.

What You'll Do:

Data Collection & Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to physician performance, including clinical outcomes, patient safety indicators, and compliance with standards.

OPPE/FPPE Support: Support the OPPE and FPPE processes by preparing comprehensive reports and case studies for presentation to the Multi-Specialty Peer Review Committee and Section Committees.

Performance Improvement: Identify opportunities for provider improvement and work with individual providers and teams to facilitate improvement in individual performance and clinical documentation.

Quality Initiatives: Contribute to quality of care initiatives designed to ensure compliance with hospital policy, evidence-based patient care standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of current and changing regulatory requirements with the potential to impact documentation practices and related training.

Presentation & Communication: Prepare and deliver clear and concise presentations to high-level audiences and physician groups.

Collaboration: Collaborate with medical staff leaders, quality improvement teams, and other stakeholders to promote systemic improvements in patient care.

Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate and complete documentation of peer review activities.

Qualifications

Education/Work Experience Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, nursing or other related discipline, graduation from an accredited school of nursing, and four years of related work experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities.

Licensure/Certification:

+ Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Washington State Nursing Commission.

Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$40.66 - $58.96 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.