Director of Quality and Risk Management

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

This acute care hospital is a respected healthcare provider serving the Modesto, California community. The organization is dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care through strong clinical governance, regulatory excellence, and continuous performance improvement. With a focus on patient safety, risk reduction, and accreditation readiness, the hospital fosters a collaborative environment where leaders are empowered to influence outcomes, strengthen systems, and support a culture of accountability and excellence.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Provide leadership and oversight for hospital-wide quality, patient safety, performance improvement, and risk management programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and licensing standards, including CMS and The Joint Commission.
• Monitor, analyze, and report clinical outcomes and key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee risk management activities, including incident reporting, hazard identification, and corrective action planning.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of healthcare experience in quality improvement, performance measurement, or risk management.

PREFERRED:

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or Public Health.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a hospital setting.
• Quality or patient safety certification (CPHQ or similar).

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME:

• Senior leadership rolewith direct influence on patient safety, quality outcomes, and risk management
• High-visibility positionpartnering with executive, medical, and clinical leadership
• Opportunity to drive system-wide improvementthrough quality and performance initiatives
• Professional growthin regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and patient safety strategy
• Meaningful impacton care delivery, safety culture, and organizational excellence

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

A further detailed conversation would allow us both to determine if this position would be a good fit for you. Please share this information with anyone who you think may be qualified and interested to learn more about this opportunity.

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