The I-QIPS is dedicated to training faculty, supporting innovation, and promoting scholarship in quality improvement and patient safety.
To advance this work, the I-QIPS seeks qualified candidates to serve as QI Coaches for faculty, trainees, and project teams engaged in quality improvement activities across the College and its affiliated institutions within the Texas Medical Center, including Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Health, Harris Health System - Ben Taub Hospital, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Menninger Clinic, Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center - Houston, TIRR Memorial Hermann, and Texas Children's Hospital.
QI Coaches are selected via a formal application process. When applications are open, a "Call for Coaches" announcement is posted below and shared through various communication channels across the College.
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CALL FOR QI COACHES
Application Deadline:
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
The I-QIPS is currently accepting QI Coach Applications for AY 2026-2027.
More information provided below, including eligibility criteria and application instructions.
Note: Current I-QIPS QI Coaches do not need to reapply.
Interested in Becoming a QI Coach?
OVERVIEW
ROLE OF QI COACH
A QI Coach supports the I-QIPS by coaching and mentoring trainees and/or teams conducting quality improvement projects at their respective clinical sites. As such, coaches may be assigned to provide small-group coaching during I-QIPS training courses, and more experienced coaches may also provide individualized coaching to trainees, as assigned, between course sessions.
All coaches receive faculty development training through the I-QIPS to strengthen their improvement skills and enhance their ability to effectively coach and facilitate individuals and QI project teams. In doing so, they also support the implementation of improvement efforts across the College and affiliated institutions.
Additionally, qualified QI Coaches may be invited to serve as course facilitators (e.g., master teacher, course faculty, instructor) for select I-QIPS training courses, based on their interests and demonstrated experience.
PARTICIPATION EXPECTATIONS
QI Coaches are expected to meet the requirements outlined below, and submission of a QI Coach application confirms understanding of and commitment to these expectations:
Ongoing Training
Attend at least one to two (1–2) I-QIPS faculty development sessions per academic year.
Note:
New I-QIPS coaches are also required to attend a New QI Coach Training and Orientation session prior to participating in any I-QIPS training course.
Workshop Coaching (In-Session)
Serve as a workshop coach during scheduled in-session course activities for at least one (1) I-QIPS training course per academic year.
Note:
Qualified QI Coaches may also be invited to serve as course facilitators (e.g., master teacher, course faculty, instructor) for select I-QIPS training courses, depending on their interests and demonstrated levels of experience.
Experienced and qualified QI Coaches may also be invited to provide personalized coaching (between sessions) to I-QIPS learner(s) or project teams, as assigned.
Conflict of Interest (COI) Disclosures
Complete Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosures upon request by the Baylor College of Medicine Division of Continuing Professional Development (DCPD).
Ensure timely and complete submission of all required disclosures by the stated deadlines to maintain eligibility to participate in courses.
Note:
In collaboration with the DCPD, continuing education (CE) credit is offered for select I-QIPS training courses. Therefore, and in alignment with ACCME reaccreditation requirements, all individuals serving in coaching or teaching/course facilitation roles must have an active COI disclosure on file with the DCPD prior to the start date of any course in which they will participate.
QI COACH TRAINING & ORIENTATION
All new I-QIPS QI Coaches are required to attend a New QI Coach Training & Orientation Session prior to participating in any I-QIPS training course. The 60- to 90-minute session is typically offered in the summer to prepare new coaches for their participation in the fall QI Jump Start course.
Session details provided directly to selected coaches.
Attendance at the session qualifies as one of two I-QIPS Faculty Development sessions required of QI Coaches per academic year. Attendees must complete the Attendance Sign-In Form for the session to record their attendance.
Ready to Apply?
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
In order to submit a QI Coach application, ALL of the following requirements must be met:
You must be a current faculty or staff employee at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) or a BCM-affiliated institution in the Texas Medical Center. Trainees are not eligible to apply.
You must have demonstrated experience in completing a formal QI projectfrom conception through implementation.
You must meet at least one (1) of the following conditions:
Have at least one (1) year of demonstrated experience coaching or mentoringindividuals or project teams on formal QI projects.
If you do not currently meet the eligibility requirement regarding formal intermediate- to advanced-level QI training, you are encouraged to consider completing the Certificate of Added Qualification in Healthcare Improvement (CAQHI) Program before applying for the QI Coach role.
The CAQHI Program is offered annually and currently provided at no cost for BCM and affiliated employees.
Additional program information, including application instructions and deadlines when applications are open, is available on the CAQHI Program - Overview page.
Note - Selection Decisions
Individuals who meet the criteria described are eligible to submit an application. However, these criteria serve only as general guidelines, and meeting them does not guarantee selection.
Eligible applications are reviewed through a holistic assessment process. Multiple factors are considered in evaluating each application, including its relative strength within the full applicant pool.
Note: Current I-QIPS QI Coaches do not need to reapply.
SUBMIT APPLICATION FORM
Use the below button to access the QI Coach Application.
To be considered, an application must be complete and submitted by the indicated deadline.
First Time Accessing the Application?
The first time you access the application form, click "New User" to create an account using your email address (as your User ID) and a password. This will allow you to save and return to your application until you're ready to submit it.
Important: Accounts are form-specific. You must create a new account for this specific form, even if you have previously created one for another form on this platform.
