Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist/Auditor
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Base pay range
$28.00/hr - $32.00/hr
Job Title
Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist/Auditor
Location
Houston and all-around Texas
Travel Required
Yes, travel to clinic locations around Texas
Department
Operations / Quality Assurance
Job Type
Part Time (Potential to become Full Time (24-32 hours per week) in the future)
Salary Range
$28 - $32 per hour
Schedule
6-8-hour shifts / Monday – Friday
Work Location
Hybrid
Position Overview
Health Grades Analytics is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Operations Auditor / Quality Improvement Specialist to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of operational workflows across our healthcare data analytics functions. The ideal candidate will need to have a strong eye for detail, process improvement experience, and a passion for ensuring the highest standards in operational performance and data integrity. This is a Houston area position and candidate will need to be available to travel to all clinics around Texas.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct regular audits of clinic operations, documentation, and workflows to ensure compliance with internal standards, client expectations, and healthcare regulations.
Perform quality assurance reviews on healthcare data, reports, and operational outputs to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Utilize advanced Excel skills to audit datasets, track quality metrics, and develop reporting tools.
Review and validate the accuracy of healthcare data, documentation, and reporting outputs.
Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, or discrepancies and collaborate with clinic teams on corrective actions.
Prepare clear and actionable audit reports and QA documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Assist in developing and refining SOPs, audit checklists, and QA protocols.
Participate in internal reviews, risk assessments, and support external compliance audits.
Travel to clinic sites across Texas for on-site reviews and support (mileage/travel reimbursement provided).
Support internal and external compliance audits, including preparation of required documentation.
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in operations auditing, quality assurance, or healthcare analytics.
Advanced Excel skills are a must: including but not limited to pivot tables, nested formulas, lookups (VLOOKUP/LOOKUP), power Query, and data visualization.
Familiarity with healthcare data systems, claims data, EHRs, or clinical documentation.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Excel, audit tools, and/or QA software platforms.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a remote or hybrid environment.
Onsite: 2+ days a week in clinic.
Preferred
Knowledge of HIPAA, guidelines, or other healthcare regulatory frameworks.
Experience with Athena, ECW and Epic.
Prior experience in a healthcare analytics or data quality-focused environment.
Why Join Health Grades Analytics?
Be part of a mission-driven company making a real impact in healthcare.
Collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and innovative environment.
Opportunities for career development and continuing education.