Hospital Patient Safety And Quality Improvement Director

Overview

• Lead strategic oversight and implementation of patient safety and risk management programs in a healthcare organization.
• Promote a just culture and align critical functions with zero harm goals and regulatory compliance.
• Manage program personnel, fiscal resources, and material assets effectively.
• Support staff development and continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Collaborate with all organizational levels, including medical staff, to achieve program objectives.
• Ensure alignment of patient safety strategies with organizational goals and legal requirements.
• Act as a role model for engagement with patients, employees, partners, and the community.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and implement enterprise risk management and patient safety programs.
• Monitor compliance with legal and regulatory standards to mitigate organizational risks.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and advocate for best practices.
• Manage departmental budgets and allocate resources efficiently.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to program personnel.
• Collaborate with medical staff to enhance patient safety and care quality.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders on program outcomes and strategies.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across departments.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or Juris Doctor preferred.
• Minimum three years of management experience in healthcare settings.
• Five years of experience in healthcare law, risk management, or patient safety.
• Current California Clinical License (RN, PharmD, or related field).
• Preferred certifications: CPPS, CPHQ, CPHRM.
• Proficiency in leadership and management principles and practices.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across organizational levels.