Director of Quality & Risk Management


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Type: Permanent

Experience: Standard Management (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Category: Medical / Health

Industry: Healthcare / Healthcare Facility

Company: The HealthCare Initiative

Reference ID: JWYfEy

Date Posted: 02/16/2026

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THE HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE
Where Talent Meets Opportunity

Director of Quality & Risk Management

Pacific NW Region

 

A respected Critical Access Hospital is seeking a Director of Quality / Risk Management / Patient Safety to lead clinical quality, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, infection prevention, and patient safety initiatives across the organization.

 

This is a highly visible leadership role working closely with the CNO, executive team, Board, and Medical Staff to strengthen systems, promote a culture of safety, and ensure survey readiness and regulatory excellence.

 

Position Highlights

✔️ Salary: $115K–$190K DOE
✔️ Full-time leadership role
✔️ Executive-level visibility and Board interaction
✔️ Oversight of Quality, Risk, Patient Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Infection Prevention & Employee Health
✔️ Lead survey readiness and serve as liaison to The Joint Commission
✔️ Drive Performance Improvement initiatives aligned with Critical Access Hospital standards

 

Ideal Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or healthcare-related field ~ required
  • Master’s degree in healthcare-related field ~ strongly preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in quality, risk, or patient safety program management
  • Certification in Quality (CPHQ/HCQM/CPQPS), Risk (CPHRM), or Patient Safety (CPPS) or ability to obtain within 18 months
  • Experience leading Performance Improvement (QAPI), RCA/FMEA processes, and regulatory compliance initiatives
  • Lean, Lean Six Sigma, or TeamSTEPPS training ~ preferred
  • Progressive leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and build high-performing teams

 

Lifestyle & Community

Located in a scenic mountain valley in the Pacific Northwest, this community offers four-season outdoor recreation, hiking, skiing, fishing, and a strong sense of local connection. With breathtaking views, short commutes, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere, it is an ideal setting for a leader who values meaningful work and a balanced lifestyle.

 

To apply or schedule a confidential phone conversation, please send your resume (MS WORD format preferred) to alison@thi-search.com or schedule a conversation at https://calendly.com/alison-5_h

 

Alison Holland                       

Senior Managing Partner

720-735-9739 phone/text

alison@thi-search.com

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