Executive VP, Quality & Patient Safety

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Hospital is seeking a System Vice President of Quality and Safety to lead organizational performance and clinical quality improvement. This role focuses on overseeing quality, clinical effectiveness, and patient safety across Tower Health. Candidates should have experience in healthcare quality leadership, preferably in acute care, and a Master's degree. The position emphasizes collaboration with nursing and medical staff, regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, making it essential to enhance patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare quality leadership position in acute care required.
• Master's degree or equivalent experience considered.
• Clinical background is a plus.
• CPHQ certification helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical quality measurement and improvement activities.
• Direct quality and patient safety teams at Tower Health Hospitals.
• Collaborate with leadership to enhance patient-centered care.
• Advance patient safety and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and engagement.

Skills

Healthcare quality leadership

Clinical quality measurement

Continuous quality improvement

Patient safety expertise

Effective leadership

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

CMS submissions

Leapfrog submissions

Job description

Reading Hospital is seeking a System Vice President of Quality and Safety to lead organizational performance and clinical quality improvement. This role focuses on overseeing quality, clinical effectiveness, and patient safety across Tower Health. Candidates should have experience in healthcare quality leadership, preferably in acute care, and a Master's degree. The position emphasizes collaboration with nursing and medical staff, regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, making it essential to enhance patient-centered care.