Cancer Screening Quality Improvement Consultant for Colorectal Cancer (HSC3) DOH8328

Job title:

Cancer Screening Quality Improvement Consultant for Colorectal Cancer (HSC3) DOH8328

Company

Washington State

Job description

DescriptionCancer Screening Quality Improvement Consultant for Colorectal Cancer (HSC3) DOH8328This is a home-based, full-time, permanent Health Services Consultant 3 position.What You Will Do: As the Cancer Screening Quality Improvement Consultant for Colorectal Cancer, you will support the Breast, Cervical, and Colon Health Program (BCCHP) by working with local providers and federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) to improve cancer screening services for communities underserved by the healthcare system. This role focuses on increasing colorectal cancer screening rates, using evidence-based practices to reduce cancer-related mortality and morbidity, while promoting the Department of Health’s mission to protect and improve public health in Washington State.Reporting to the BCCHP Manager, you will build and manage relationships with program partners and technical experts to drive health equity and quality improvement in colorectal cancer screening.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Colorectal Cancer Screening Initiatives: Implement the federal “Organized Approaches to Increase Colorectal Cancer Screening” program in partnership with FQHCs, Washington’s Primary Care Association, and regional contractors.
• Collaborate with Partners: Work with BCCHP staff, healthcare partners, and grantees to share best practices and lessons learned in colorectal, breast, and cervical cancer screening programs. Facilitate in-person and remote learning sessions to promote program improvement.
• Co-lead Grant Funding Activities: Lead the preparation of grant applications and progress reports, ensuring compliance with federal grant guidelines.
• Develop and Evaluate Educational Materials: Create culturally and linguistically appropriate educational materials to support primary care clinics in improving cancer screening services.
• Coordinate Statewide and Regional Stakeholder Engagement:

Convene and participate in stakeholder groups to drive quality improvement in cancer screening practices, fostering collaboration and shared outcomes among program partners. * Manage Contracts and Grant-Funded Activities: Manage contracts with healthcare providers and contractors, including overseeing project budgets.

• Represent BCCHP at National and State Events: Attend the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable and Washington State Colorectal Cancer Task Force meetings, sharing insights and seeking opportunities for program enhancements.

Ideal Candidate Competencies:

• Quality Improvement: Skilled in applying tools and techniques to improve efficiency, accuracy, and quality in healthcare services.
• Cultural Humility: Promotes and integrates diverse perspectives, learning from different cultures and experiences.
• Equity and Inclusion: Champions social justice, removing barriers, and fostering a culture of belonging.
• People Impact Orientation: Takes a person-centered approach to work and decision-making.
• Problem Solving: Adept at identifying and resolving issues with effective solutions.
• Customer and Public Service: Delivers culturally relevant services to partners and the public.
• Effective Communication: Crafts clear and accessible communications for diverse audiences.
• Interpersonal Skills: Adapts effectively to various situations and works well with different people.
• Relationship Building: Builds constructive, respectful, and cooperative relationships.
• Strategic Planning: Aligns activities and resources with the mission and strategy of the agency during planning processes.

Location and Flexibility: We value work-life balance and offer the convenience of remote work with occasional in-person collaboration opportunities. Working In-office is rarely required and would be scheduled in advance. This position is required to attend conferences, meetings, or other relevant events in person, and these would also be scheduled in advance. This is a home-based position available to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State, as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington border and the Idaho/Washington border.Required QualificationsExperience defined below may have been gained concurrently and through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.

• Option 1: Six (6) or more years’ experience of contract or grant management and consultative experience in health services, public health, hospital administration or allied field.

OR

• Option 2: Bachelor’s degree in public health, Health Care Administration, Public Policy, Public/Business Administration, or closely allied field; AND three (3) or more years’ experience of contract or grant management and consultative experience in health services, public health, hospital administration or allied field.

AND (applies to both options)

• Demonstrated experience in the following:
• Working with external partners.
• Technical writing, such as reports and grant applications.
• Facilitating and/or coordinating committees, workgroups, or task forces.
• Understanding of principles of health equity and how they can be applied in the public health context.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public health, health administration, social work, or other health field.
• Experience working in partnership with chronic disease prevention programs and/or primary care quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits and Lifestyle: We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about “Why DOH” by visiting .Who We Are: The Office of Family and Community Health Improvement within the Division of Prevention and Community Health is responsible for ensuring optimal wellness for families and communities with a focus on primary prevention. The office collaborates with state agencies, local health jurisdictions, healthcare, community partners and tribal nations/public health partners to achieve this goal and eliminate health inequities.We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH): At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We’re driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our for the future of Washington health.Conditions of Employment:

• Representation: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

I am prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following:

• Commit to a full-time 40-hour workweek schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved supervisor).
• Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.
• Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.
• Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location.
• Occasional travel may be necessary, sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state. You must be able to legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
• Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.

APPLICATION DIRECTIONSClick “Apply” and complete the application. In your Applicant Profile, include five (5) or more professional references (including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you’ve supervised or led, if applicable). Next, enter your responses on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Finally attach your resume and cover letter, and submit.Do attach the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• DD-214 (if applicable)

Do not include or attach the following – these documents will not be reviewed:

• REMOVE personal photos – do not submit any documents containing personal photos.
• Transcripts (unless specifically requested in the Application Directions)
• Certifications or Diplomas
• Projects or Portfolios
• Letters of Recommendation

Important Application Information:Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.Make sure to document your years of experience, skills, and abilities as listed in the qualifications section of this job posting.Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth yearEquity, Diversity, and InclusionWe regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.Questions and AccommodationsIf you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact April Gilreath at [email protected]. For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at .Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.Supplemental InformationThis recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.Experience and education selected, listed, or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.

Expected salary

$5117 – 6876 per month

Location

USA

Job date

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 03:15:09 GMT

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