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Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Aspirus Health Plan in Wausau, WI is seeking a RN QUALITY IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST to join our ASPIRUS HEALTH PLAN team!

This position could also be housed in Duluth MN or Madison WI, but a Wausau location is preferred.

The Quality Improvement Specialist is responsible for coordinating, developing, and implementing components of the quality management program in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Ensuring policies and procedures are monitored and updated, while also accountable for serving as a liaison among departments and vendors to support regulatory/accreditation requirements.

Collaborating closely with the Director of Operations to develop and implement a cohesive Quality Improvement Program that supports NCQA, HEDIS and Medicare Star Ratings. 

HOURS: Full Time or 1.0 FTE, 80 hours every 2 weeks. 

Experience/Qualifications

2 years of experience in quality improvement role or 3-5 years of experience in a health care related field preferred.NCQA accreditation experience is preferred.
Excellent communication skills with ability to interact and collaborate effectively within all levels of the organization and outside clients.
Knowledge of insurance industry including benefit plans, reinsurance and State and National mandates is desirable.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience working with Excel, Visio and PowerPoint.
Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Effective verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills and the ability to manage and facilitate interdepartmental work groups.
Systems thinker with attention to detail.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Bachelor’s degree is required
RN license required.Possesses a valid driver’s license for required travel as needed between Madison, Wausau, and Minneapolis.

Employee Benefits

Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.PTO accrual from day one!Generous retirement plan with match available.Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Health Plan is a subsidiary of Aspirus Health system. Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 19 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org. 

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.