Clinical Quality Specialist I- Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands H
Orlando Health, Orlando, FL, United States
Position Summary
Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL.
The Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital will open in Summer 2026, a state‑of‑the‑art, seven‑story, multi‑specialty hospital serving as a vital 550,000 square‑foot healthcare hub offering:
300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds
11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites
Dedicated labor and delivery services – including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens
Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services
Advanced surgical procedures
Benefits
Benefits that begin on Day 1
Four (4) weeks paid parental leave
Debt‑free degrees through our Preferred Education Program
Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs
Back‑up childcare and elder care
Fertility benefits and adoption assistance
NCLEX reimbursement
Free NCPDs for RN license
Free Kaplan review courses
Dedicated RN career counselor and GN coordinators to develop you
Specialty certifications reimbursement
Responsibilities
Support quality and safety initiatives and projects as assigned by the Chief Quality Officer or administrative designee.
Facilitate progress toward board‑level quality goals by developing strategies, improvement plans, and presentations aligned with organizational priorities.
Collaborate with leadership, clinical teams, and staff to design and sustain a comprehensive quality and patient safety program.
Partner with cross‑functional teams—including risk management, infection prevention, regulatory, data analytics, education, and operational effectiveness—to drive improved outcomes.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and leadership teams.
Lead and/or participate in interdisciplinary teams focused on quality and patient safety initiatives.
Evaluate clinical and operational environments to identify opportunities for process and practice improvement.
Work with leadership to foster a culture that prioritizes quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to quality and safety.
Support the planning and implementation of new technologies and procedures that enhance quality and safety efforts.
Other Related Functions
Provide education and training on quality improvement and patient safety practices.
Develop and deliver reports for physicians, practice managers, and leadership to identify improvement opportunities and track progress.
Serve as a resource for staff on quality and safety matters, including observing daily operations to identify process improvements and patient safety enhancements.
Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and strong situational leadership skills.
Champion, communicate, and support effective organizational change.
Maintain proficiency in current and emerging data platforms used by the organization.
Qualifications
Education & Training
Bachelor’s degree required (healthcare, life sciences, or healthcare administration preferred).
Licensure / Certification
Current licensure with the Florida Department of Health in one of the following:
Registered Nurse (RN)
Respiratory Therapist (RT)
Pharmacist (RPh)
OR a degree in health, life sciences, or healthcare administration in lieu of clinical licensure.
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a healthcare setting.
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Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL.
The Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital will open in Summer 2026, a state‑of‑the‑art, seven‑story, multi‑specialty hospital serving as a vital 550,000 square‑foot healthcare hub offering:
300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds
11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites
Dedicated labor and delivery services – including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens
Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services
Advanced surgical procedures
Benefits
Benefits that begin on Day 1
Four (4) weeks paid parental leave
Debt‑free degrees through our Preferred Education Program
Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs
Back‑up childcare and elder care
Fertility benefits and adoption assistance
NCLEX reimbursement
Free NCPDs for RN license
Free Kaplan review courses
Dedicated RN career counselor and GN coordinators to develop you
Specialty certifications reimbursement
Responsibilities
Support quality and safety initiatives and projects as assigned by the Chief Quality Officer or administrative designee.
Facilitate progress toward board‑level quality goals by developing strategies, improvement plans, and presentations aligned with organizational priorities.
Collaborate with leadership, clinical teams, and staff to design and sustain a comprehensive quality and patient safety program.
Partner with cross‑functional teams—including risk management, infection prevention, regulatory, data analytics, education, and operational effectiveness—to drive improved outcomes.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and leadership teams.
Lead and/or participate in interdisciplinary teams focused on quality and patient safety initiatives.
Evaluate clinical and operational environments to identify opportunities for process and practice improvement.
Work with leadership to foster a culture that prioritizes quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to quality and safety.
Support the planning and implementation of new technologies and procedures that enhance quality and safety efforts.
Other Related Functions
Provide education and training on quality improvement and patient safety practices.
Develop and deliver reports for physicians, practice managers, and leadership to identify improvement opportunities and track progress.
Serve as a resource for staff on quality and safety matters, including observing daily operations to identify process improvements and patient safety enhancements.
Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and strong situational leadership skills.
Champion, communicate, and support effective organizational change.
Maintain proficiency in current and emerging data platforms used by the organization.
Qualifications
Education & Training
Bachelor’s degree required (healthcare, life sciences, or healthcare administration preferred).
Licensure / Certification
Current licensure with the Florida Department of Health in one of the following:
Registered Nurse (RN)
Respiratory Therapist (RT)
Pharmacist (RPh)
OR a degree in health, life sciences, or healthcare administration in lieu of clinical licensure.
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a healthcare setting.
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