About this opportunity
Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice lists this Clinical Quality Lead opportunity in barre town, Vermont. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join Our Team: Clinical Quality Lead
About Us:
Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice is more than just a healthcare provider; we're a community-focused, not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the well-being of central Vermonters. We deliver exceptional home health and hospice care to individuals of all backgrounds, ensuring access to high-quality services regardless of financial circumstances. Committed to holistic care, we offer a range of health promotion, long-term care, and maternal-and-child health services, aiming to enrich the lives of our community members at every stage.
Who we're seeking:
Join our Quality team as a Clinical Quality Lead, where you'll play a key role in safeguarding clinical documentation integrity, supporting regulatory compliance and reporting processes, and leading quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives. This position is based at our Barre, VT office. This position offers the opportunity to work across clinical and administrative departments, support strategic quality decision-making, and contribute to the continuous improvement of patient care documentation and outcomes.
Your Responsibilities
Review and verify patient charts, OASIS assessments, plans of care, and other clinical documentation for completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to best practices.
Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies before they lead to survey deficiencies, claim denials, or negative patient outcomes.
Conduct audits of medical records and care processes, identify trends, and develop quality improvement initiatives to educate clinical staff.
Verify alignment between physician orders, the Plan of Care (485), and OASIS/clinical documentation.
Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA, and Vermont Home Care Rules.
Support the agency's QAPI program, including data collection, trending, and performance improvement planning.
Compile and analyze quality indicators and performance metrics to recommend corrective actions, including those tied to PDGM and HHVBP reimbursement accuracy.
Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and social workers to ensure documentation reflects actual patient care and participate in QA meetings and interdisciplinary committees.
Why Join Us:
28 days combined time off in your first year for a healthy work-life balance.
Opportunity to start your day from home for added convenience.
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance to support your professional growth.
Supportive environment with guidance from our office staff and management team.
Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs to ease financial burdens.
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer contribution group health, dental, and life insurance, as well as short-term disability coverage.
401(k) Safe Harbor retirement plan with 3% employer contribution for long-term financial security.
Discounts at local vendors to enjoy perks beyond work.
Requirements
Associate's degree in nursing required; BSN preferred (a licensed PT or OT with home health/hospice clinical and quality experience will also be considered).
2–3 years of experience in home health or hospice quality assurance or clinical documentation, with direct clinical experience in the specialty.
Must hold a current license to practice as an RN, PT, or OT in the State of Vermont.
Valid driver's license.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and making a positive impact in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. Join our team at Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice and embark on a rewarding journey where your skills and compassion truly matter.
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Who can apply
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