Chief Quality Officer (CQO) needed at new GW Health hospital in D.C.

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Chief Quality Officer to spearhead quality and safety programs at a newly opened hospital in Washington, DC. This pivotal role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and quality performance. The ideal candidate will possess a robust clinical background, board certification, and a strong grasp of regulatory compliance. With a focus on strategic growth and performance improvement, this position offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary and performance bonuses. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to delivering high-quality care to the community.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Commencement Bonus

Bonus Opportunities

Professional Development

Healthcare Benefits

Qualifications

• Strong clinical background with expertise in quality and safety management.
• Experience in leading quality initiatives in acute care settings.
• Proven track record in strategic growth and performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the multidisciplinary quality and safety organization at the hospital.
• Develop strategies for evidence-based practices in clinical programs.
• Oversee quality data analytics to drive improvements.

Skills

Quality Management

Regulatory Compliance

Safety/Risk Management

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Medical Degree

Master’s or Physician Executive Degree

ACGME-accredited Residency

Board Certification

Tools

LEAN Methodologies

Six Sigma Black Belt

Job description

Opportunity Details

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health, recently opened in April 2025, is seeking an accomplished and experienced Chief Quality Officer to join our administrative team and lead quality and safety programs. Reporting to the CEO, the CQO will be charged with advancing the Hospital through exceptional patient outcomes and quality performance rankings.

The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and expertise in quality, regulatory, and safety/risk management in an acute care setting. There is preference for candidates who reside and practice in the DMV / Washington metropolitan area. Candidates from outside the area with a strong Quality background also considered.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Join the founding administrative team at our brand-new GW Health hospital
• Position is a .5 FTE
• Candidate will ideally also maintain a clinical practice, preferably with the GW Medical Faculty Associates (MFA).
• Competitive compensation with base salary and commencement bonus
• Bonus opportunity based on achievement of metrics

Position Requirements:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school
• Master’s or Physician Executive advanced degree or certification (MBA, MHA, MPH, MMM, FACHE)
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program
• Current board certification with the ABMS in specialty of training
• Active District of Columbia medical license or ability to obtain
• Clean professional background and history
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred
• CQO or comparable Quality leadership experience in a busy acute care setting
• Progressive leadership responsibility in quality, safety, utilization and clinical operations in a complex health system environment
• In-depth knowledge of national trends and professionally active within hospital quality, safety, and performance improvement
• Track record of facilitating long-term strategic growth initiatives
• Adaptability, resilience, and ability to navigate complex environments and politics
• Highly effective communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills
• Exceptional management, financial, and leadership skills
• Ability to lead, mentor and manage medical, clinical, and hospital staff

Position Responsibilities:

• Build and lead a multidisciplinary quality and safety organization at the Hospital
• Lead the development of focused strategies for effective utilization of evidence-based practices, processes, and structures in the delivery of clinical programs and services
• Collaborate with CMO and facilitate systems and processes that promote safety, advance clinical outcomes, and reduce patient harm
• Lead the development, adoption, implementation and continued evaluation of policies, procedures, guidelines, toolkits, playbooks and other processes and structures that facilitate meeting or exceeding publicly reported and internal measures
• Oversee quality data analytics to understand trends and drive improvement
• Incorporate LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce variation and empower hospital front line decision-making
• Lead Monthly Quality Reviews to assess performance, highlight improvements, and identify opportunities for improvement

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health, recently opened in April 2025, is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years. This teaching hospital will integrate clinical care with existing providers, The George Washington University Hospital and the Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. Additionally, options are underway for a future ambulatory facility in Ward 7. This clinical integration will establish a robust system of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community.

The $434.4 million full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for physician offices, clinics, a community space, a 500-car garage and a helipad for emergency transports. CHRMC GW Health is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the largest hospital and healthcare management companies.

If you have interest in this opportunity, please apply or contact:

Nathan Arnett

UHS Physician Recruitment

[e-mail]

949.285.4947