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Performance Improvement Project Manager Jobs in Iowa

Imh

Continuous Improvement Consultant

Nevada, IA · On-site

$37.87 - $59.63/hr

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university * 2 to 5 years of experience in a role managing projects with sustained performance improvement Physical Requirements * Ongoing need for employee to ...

University of Iowa

Project Manager

Iowa City, IA · On-site

Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support Health System performance improvement goals in collaboration with senior management owners and stakeholders from various departments ...

The University Of Iowa

Project Manager

Iowa City, IA · On-site

Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support Health System performance improvement goals in collaboration with senior management owners and stakeholders from various departments ...

University of Iowa

Project Manager

Iowa City, IA · On-site

Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support Health System performance improvement goals in collaboration with senior management owners and stakeholders from various departments ...

Keen Project Solutions LLC

Project Manager

Ankeny, IA

... performance, and serves as the central coordinator among designers, subcontractors, vendors, and ... I act with a continuous improvement mindset, low tech or high tech * I think differently to create ...

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How much do performance improvement project manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for performance improvement project manager in Iowa is $43.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.74 and $50.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Performance Improvement Project Manager vs Quality Improvement Coordinator?

AspectPerformance Improvement Project ManagerQuality Improvement Coordinator
CertificationsLean, Six Sigma, PMPLean, Six Sigma, CQI
Work EnvironmentHealthcare, manufacturing, corporateHealthcare, clinical settings
Primary FocusLeading projects to enhance processes and efficiencyImplementing quality initiatives and compliance
Employer UsageOrganizations seeking process optimizationHealthcare facilities and hospitals

The Performance Improvement Project Manager and Quality Improvement Coordinator roles both focus on enhancing quality and efficiency. The Project Manager typically leads broader process improvement projects across various departments, often requiring project management certifications. In contrast, the Coordinator concentrates on implementing specific quality initiatives within healthcare settings, emphasizing compliance and clinical quality. Both roles are vital for organizational success but differ mainly in scope and responsibilities.

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Quality & Performance Improvement Specialist

Quality & Performance Improvement Specialist

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

What you will do?

As the Quality & Performance Improvement Specialist you are responsible for ensuring that work performed complies with the contract maintaining a partnership with Quality Service Teams in continually assessing performance of these services.   Specific duties include:

  • Provide reporting and support to Adoption and Permanency support program.
  • Implements and utilizes database management and procedures outlined in the regulatory and legal standards per agency guidelines.
  • Identifies and implements quality tools within this service delivery system to manage and produce relevant data for program use.
  • Assures accurate and timely entry of data into defined database formats
  • Assures compilation, storage, and retrieval of pertinent data working effectively with other departments.
  • Reviews reports prior to submitting to project management team to ensure the integrity of the data.
  • Provides timely reporting of data, assuring distribution per established standards.
  • Provides professional internal customer service in the areas of gathering, compiling, formatting and reporting of data.
  • Creates an improvement plan for performance lags.
  • Anonymizes client data and shares it with the evaluator and the Leadership Team so that effective data analysis can occur.
  • Participates in the system evaluation process and helps to design the data for report out.
  • Provides technical and operational support to the local evaluation process.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the requirements and regulatory standards governing agency work.
  • Establishes and maintains quality improvement to assure regulatory compliance.
  • Provides proactive support and technical direction to agency personnel to support best practices.

Why Work here?

We are more than a team, we are family!   Four Oaks understands the importance of supporting and treating one another as if they were our own family members.  We believe in maintaining a healthy work/life balance while providing career paths for everyone.  Our organization flourishes in an environment of equal opportunity and fair treatment for all.  As a valued team member, you are eligible for:

  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement plan
  • Growth & Advancement opportunities
  • Excellent paid leave time package
  • 7 Paid holidays 
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Business casual work environment
  • Educational discounts
  • Fitness Center Discounts

Qualifications and Skills:

You need a Bachelor's Degree preferably in Human Resources Management, Business or Social Services plus one year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience to qualify.

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