Director of Quality and Risk

Ironside HR; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Ironside Human Resources in the Fredericksburg, VA area is seeking a Director of Quality and Risk to lead hospital-wide quality, patient safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance initiatives. The role oversees accreditation readiness, policy development, and performance improvement programs while partnering with department leaders to enhance patient care and foster a culture of collaboration.

This full-time, permanent position is Monday–Friday with a salary range of $112,000–$127,000

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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Risk management

Quality management

Patient safety

LEAN/Six Sigma

Job description

Director of Quality and Risk

A facility near Fredericksburg, VA, is seeking a full-time Director of Quality and Risk to their team. See below for some more details! Salary Range: $112, 000-$127, 000, DOE

Opportunity

Full-time, permanent opportunity working face to face daily Monday-Friday schedule

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.

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

Location

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