Director of Quality
THE HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE Where Talent Meets OpportunityDirector of Quality, Risk & Patient SafetyPacific Northwest A progressive, patient-centered healthcare organization is seeking a Director of Quality, Risk & Patient Safety to lead system-wide quality and safety initiatives across a hospital and a network of 20+ clinics. This is a high-impact, executive-facing leadership role for a strategic professional who brings system-level thinking, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is passionate about driving quality outcomes, regulatory excellence, and a culture of safety.Position HighlightsRelocation support availableOversight across hospital 20+ ambulatory clinicsLeadership of 8 FTEsHighly visible role partnering with executive leadership, medical staff, and the BoardOpportunity to shape and elevate a system-wide quality and patient safety programWhat You Will DoLead the QAPI program, driving improved patient outcomes and safetyOversee quality, risk, patient safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives across the organizationPartner with leadership and medical staff to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvementManage event reporting, RCA/FMEA processes, and corrective action planningEnsure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and regulatory standards, including survey readinessDirect infection prevention, employee health, and patient experience programsLeverage data and KPIs to drive performance improvement and decision-makingSupport peer review, credentialing, and clinical quality initiativesLead education and training efforts to strengthen quality and compliance across the organizationThe Ideal Leader✔️ Strategic, yet hands-on, able to move seamlessly between big-picture vision and operational execution ✔️ A collaborative partner who builds trust with physicians, executives, and frontline teams ✔️ Data-driven with the ability to translate insights into action and outcomes ✔️ Passionate about patient safety, quality improvement, and organizational excellenceLifestyle & CommunityEnjoy a lifestyle that offers the best of both worlds, a welcoming, close-knit community paired with access to beautiful outdoor recreation, scenic landscapes, and a balanced pace of life. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact professionally while enjoying an exceptional quality of life personally.To apply or schedule a confidential phone conversation, please send your resume (MS WORD format preferred) to alison@thi-search.com or schedule a conversation at https://calendly.com/alison-5_hAlison Holland Senior Managing Partner720-735-9739 phone/textalison@thi-search.com