QCR Intern

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Job Title: Quality, Compliance & Risk Intern

Company & Contact: Acenda Integrated Health, HRCares@Acendahealth.org

Program: Quality Compliance and Risk (QCR)

Reports to: Director of Quality

Part-Time 15-20 hours per week.  Flexible hours, 3-5 days/week

Non-Exempt

Compensation: $20.00/hour paid weekly

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to support our Quality, Compliance and Risk Department. This internship will offer an understanding of how to develop and implement continuous quality improvement initiatives; promote healthcare compliance; and balance risk mitigation strategies.  As an integrated health organization Acenda values the use of evidence-based practice or EBP's.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in updating and editing policies, procedures, and guidelines based on industry best practices
• Assist in enhancing agency-wide trainings
• Support agency performance improvement efforts
• Support the design and implementation of an innovative process to improve efficiency within the Quality, Compliance & Risk Department
• Assist with other projects as needed

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Interpersonal Communication
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Cultural Competence & Adaptation
• Customer Service
• Practice-Based Learning & Quality Improvement
• Informatics

Learning Objectives:

Throughout the duration of the internship, the intern will learn how to:

• Explain an evidence-based approach to continuous quality improvement, including its core principles and practical applications.
• Apply an evidence-based continuous quality improvement method to assess and measure success effectively.
• List key components of a strong corporate compliance program.
• Identify risk mitigation strategies to increase quality of care.

Education, Work Experience and/or Skills Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s level program in Business or related degree at a NJ Institute of Higher Learning
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Must be able to exercise independent thinking and good judgment under all circumstances.
• Must be able to analyze work, set goals, develop plans and utilize time effectively and efficiently.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the intern is occasionally required to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.   
• Repeated motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• The intern must occasionally move about to accomplish tasks, adjust or move objects up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information
• Ability to drive a vehicle

Acenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

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