Director of Quality & Patient Safety

Advanced Diagnostics Healthcare System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Houston is seeking a Director of Quality responsible for leadership and strategic direction in quality functions. This role involves collaboration with medical staff and oversight of quality improvement programs to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates should possess management experience in healthcare, a nationally recognized certification in quality, and proficiency in data systems. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for enhancing patient outcomes and organizational excellence.

Qualifications

• Five years of management experience in a healthcare environment.
• Three years of experience in hospital Quality/Performance Improvement.
• Proficiency with data visualization platforms.
• Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements.
• Skilled in applying quality management principles.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison with leadership regarding quality and performance improvement.
• Oversee the design and evaluation of quality improvement programs.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare laws and standards.
• Direct data collection and analysis for quality indicators.
• Monitor patient flow to identify opportunities for care delivery improvement.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Effective written communication skills

Leadership qualities

Critical thinking

Education

Nationally recognized certification in quality

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook)

Quality data systems

Job description

A healthcare organization in Houston is seeking a Director of Quality responsible for leadership and strategic direction in quality functions. This role involves collaboration with medical staff and oversight of quality improvement programs to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates should possess management experience in healthcare, a nationally recognized certification in quality, and proficiency in data systems. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for enhancing patient outcomes and organizational excellence.