Quality Improvement and Population Health Specialist

Cascadia of Boise
Portland, OR
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Quality Improvement & Population Health Specialist is responsible for advancing continuous clinical improvement and measurable population health outcomes across Cascadia. This role focuses on improving care delivery through practice improvement, staff coaching, data-informed decision making, and evaluation of population health initiatives.

What You Will Do

Partner with clinical programs to identify opportunities for improvement in care delivery, workflows, and documentation practices. Provide consultation, coaching, and training to support adoption of evidence-informed and trauma-informed clinical practices.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires a strong analytical skills, ability to work with and interpret data, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The ideal candidate will have experience in clinical behavioral health, integrated care, and/or population health programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, public health, health sciences, psychology, sociology or related field
  • Eligibility for credentialing as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) required
  • Three years of experience in clinical behavioral health, integrated care and/or population health programs
  • Knowledge of quality improvement principles and change management in healthcare settings
  • Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to work with, interpret and present data
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced); experience with statistical tools such as R preferred
  • Ability to translate data and evidence into practical, client-centered improvements
  • Strong facilitation, communication and training skills
  • Commitment to recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and culturally responsive care

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off Package
  • Medical and Dental Coverage
  • VSP Vision Discount Plan
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
  • Length of Service Award
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Student loan forgiveness options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Bike to Work Reimbursement
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