Strategic Quality & Risk Leader

Encompass Health; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

HSA/FSA

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health seeks a Quality/Risk Director to oversee a hospital-wide quality management program and collaborate with stakeholders to improve patient care quality. The role emphasizes cross‑functional leadership, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk management within a leading inpatient rehabilitation network.

The position offers access to cutting-edge equipment and a comprehensive benefits package from day one, with opportunities to influence quality outcomes across our facilities

Qualifications

• Experience leading quality/risk programs and performance improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and accreditation processes.
• Ability to collaborate with hospital departments and drive changes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, policies, and procedures; develop and maintain quality programs.
• Assess compliance with federal, state, and industry standards; facilitate remediation and education.
• Use applications to identify improvements, generate reports, and access data sources.
• Maintain hospital plans (Care/Scope of Services, Leadership, Information Management, Utilization Review, Infection Control, Patient Safety).
• Oversee risk management activities, including incident reports and corrective action planning.
• Coordinate review, development, and implementation of hospital policies.
• Communicate with departments to coordinate care and resolve patient concerns.

Skills

Quality management

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare or related field

Job description

Encompass Health seeks a Quality/Risk Director to oversee a hospital-wide quality management program and collaborate with stakeholders to improve patient care quality. The role emphasizes cross‑functional leadership, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk management within a leading inpatient rehabilitation network.

The position offers access to cutting-edge equipment and a comprehensive benefits package from day one, with opportunities to influence quality outcomes across our facilities