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American Dental Association

Sr. Manager, Quality Measurement & Improvement

American Dental Association, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Who We Are: It all starts with purpose.We are a purpose-driven nonprofit with a dynamic staff culture.With a meaningful purpose, motivated staff, and excellent benefits, working here will definitely have you smiling! The ADA's headquarters is located just steps from Chicago's Magnificent Mile and close to public transportation. With more than 400 colleagues, the ADA Staff are some of the most talented people in the Chicago, Washington D.C., and Maryland area.We were named a

Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune

in 2019 and 2021!

Come join our team!Job Responsibilities:Lead the operations of the Dental Quality Alliance. Collaborate with dental leaders, quality measure experts, standards organizations and health service researchers leveraging broad knowledge of evidence-based dentistry, policy and payment systems to achieve consensus within the Alliance and its wide range of participating member organizations. Foster positive relationships with all DQA stakeholders through effective communication. Guide and support the Association's policy development and advocacy efforts and educate the dental community about the work of the DQA.Must Have:MS/MS in Public Health or Public AdministrationA minimum of 8 years of work experience in public health, program administration, evidence-based dentistry or quality measurement & improvement arenaExperience in project planning and project management, writing reports, facilitating inter-divisional staff and/or volunteer groups and working across cross-functional teamsExperience in the dental arena; and leading large stakeholder groups to achieve consensusKnowledge of dental delivery systemsExcellent organizational, oral & written communications, planning and public speaking skillsKnowledge and/or prior experience working on healthcare quality measurement and improvement, or accreditation or health services researchAbility to independently initiate and complete projectsAble to work independently and also in teams with multiple internal and external collaboratorsAttention to detail and reliable follow through are a must as part of project managementProficiency in MS Office 365Travel may be required for grant supported committee meetings and meetings/conference presentations on behalf of the DQANice to Have:Working with committees to achieve consensusAssociation experienceJust a few of the benefits offered to employees:Promotes Work/Life BalanceHybrid Work Schedule (2-3 days from home)Health insurance/ dental reimbursement planAmple Paid time off401(k)PensionFlexible Spending AccountLife insuranceTuition reimbursementPaid Parental LeavePet InsuranceStudent Loan Refinance2 days off to work at a charity event of your choiceThe American Dental Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The American Dental Association is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at recruiting@ada.org.

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