Quality Improvement Specialist

Gainwell Technologies

. Apply quality improvement methodologies and change management principles, including IHI, PDSA, Lean, and Six Sigma .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $51,900 - $74,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in healthcare quality improvement methodologies, including IHI, PDSA, Lean, and Six Sigma, while effectively supporting Population Health initiatives and compliance activities. Proficient in data analysis and visualization, with strong communication and collaboration skills to drive measurable health outcomes.

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Healthcare Quality ImprovementIHI MethodologyLean MethodologySix Sigma MethodologyData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Quality Improvement MethodologiesRoot Cause AnalysisProcess MappingPerformance Improvement ProjectsData Visualization TechniquesHealthcare Quality MeasuresHEDIS KnowledgePopulation Health ImprovementCompliance ActivitiesChange Management Principles

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingCollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteSharePointPower BI

Industry Keywords

Quality AssurancePerformance ImprovementPopulation HealthMedicaid ProgramsHealth Equity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply quality improvement methodologies and change management principles, including IHI, PDSA, Lean, and Six Sigma
Support Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program activities
Support the annual Quality Plan and Population Health interventions
Collaborate across departments to align and support Population Health strategies
Facilitate and monitor cross-functional quality improvement initiatives
Maintain quality documentation, including policies, procedures, committee minutes, and program materials
Support compliance activities related to External Quality Review Organization (EQRO) requirements
Drive measurable outcomes, reduce variation, and improve member health outcomes
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of experience in healthcare quality improvement, preferably supporting Medicaid programs
Bachelor's degree in a health-related, business, or similar discipline, or equivalent experience
Experience applying IHI, PDSA, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies and tools
Experience facilitating root cause analysis, process mapping, and performance improvement projects (PIPs/QIPs)
Experience analyzing data, identifying trends and disparities, and presenting findings to stakeholders
Experience supporting Population Health initiatives and quality improvement efforts within a healthcare or managed care environment
Knowledge of healthcare quality measures, HEDIS, quality withholds, and population health improvement concepts
Proficiency with data analysis and data visualization techniques
Ability to gather, analyze, validate, prioritize, and document business and operational requirements
Knowledge of health equity and disparity-reduction initiatives
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
SharePoint
Power BI
Strong verbal and written communication, critical thinking, risk identification, problem-solving, collaboration, conflict resolution, stakeholder management, time management, organization, adaptability, and ability to work effectively in a remote environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work flexibility
Learning and career development
Flexible vacation policy
401(k) employer match
Comprehensive health benefits
Educational assistance
Leadership and technical development academies
10–15% travel for client meetings