Director of Quality and Risk

Ironside Human Resources; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 112,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Ironside Human Resources in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a full-time Director of Quality and Risk to lead hospital-wide quality, patient safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance initiatives. The role requires overseeing accreditation readiness, policy development, and performance improvement programs to drive operational excellence.

The Director will partner with department leaders to enhance patient care, resolve concerns, manage risk-related activities, and foster a culture of

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Risk Management, Quality Management, Patient Safety, or Performance Improvement within a healthcare setting.
• Experience with State, Joint Commission, and/or CARF surveys.
• Hands-on facility-level leadership experience working with staff, patients, and department leaders is required.
• LEAN/Six Sigma training or certification (Yellow, Green, or Black Belt) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead hospital-wide quality, patient safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Oversee accreditation readiness, policy development, performance improvement programs, and data analysis through quality and patient experience platforms to drive operational excellence.
• Partner with department leaders to enhance patient care, resolve concerns, manage risk-related activities, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and employee recognition.

Skills

Risk management

Quality management

Patient safety

Performance improvement

Staff collaboration

Leadership experience

State/Joint Commission/CARF surveys

Education

Six Sigma certification (Yellow/Green/Black Belt)

Job description

Full time | Ironside Human Resources | United States

Posted On 11/02/2026

Job Information

Health Care

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City Fredericksburg

State/Province Virginia

22401

Job Description

A facilitynear Fredericksburg, VA,is seeking a full-timeDirector of Quality and Riskto their team. See below for some more details!

Salary Range:$112,000-$127,000, DOE

This position is eligible for quarterly bonus's based on performance

Director of Quality and Risk Opportunity:

• Full-time, permanent opportunity working face to face daily
  
• The Director of Quality and Risk will lead hospital-wide quality, patient safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards.
  
• Oversee accreditation readiness, policy development, performance improvement programs, and data analysis through quality and patient experience platforms to drive operational excellence.
  
• The Director of Quality and Risk will partner with department leaders to enhance patient care, resolve concerns, manage risk-related activities, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and employee recognition.
  

Director of Quality and Risk Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Risk Management, Quality Management, Patient Safety, or Performance Improvement within a healthcare setting
  
• Must have experience with State, Joint Commission, and/or CARF surveys
  
• Hands-on facility-level leadership experience working directly with staff, patients, and department leaders is required
  
• LEAN/Six Sigma training or certification (Yellow, Green, or Black Belt) preferred
  

The Location:

• Enjoy shorter commute times and less congestion than the Washington, D.C. metro area
  
• Benefit from a lower cost of living while maintaining access to major city amenities
  
• Experience the charm of a historic downtown with local restaurants, shops, and community events
  
• Take advantage of outdoor recreation opportunities along the Rappahannock River and nearby parks