Dignity Health10.04.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Director of Quality and Patient Safety - Remote Opportunity

$144K–$214K/year

About the Role

As our Director of Quality and Patient Safety remote at Dignity Health, you’ll lead ongoing quality improvement initiatives that include collaboration between many healthcare professionals. Each day you'll make data-driven decisions to ensure our patients continuously receive high-quality care resulting in positive outcomes. In this cornerstone leadership role, you’ll analyze data and implement different strategies for performance improvements, quality outcomes, risk reduction/mitigation, patient safety, and infection control.

What You'll Do

  • Lead quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
  • Utilize data analysis to drive decision-making and enhance patient care.
  • Implement strategies for risk reduction and patient safety.
  • Manage and mentor teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field or five years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum of five years of progressive management responsibility in a healthcare setting.
  • Two years of clinical patient care experience or equivalent.
  • Current State License in a clinical field or five years of experience in Quality Management.
  • Certification in Healthcare Quality required within two years of employment.

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of quality management methods and tools.
  • Experience with Six Sigma or LEAN methodologies.
  • Familiarity with event reporting processes and root cause analysis.

What We Offer

  • Relocation assistance to help you settle into your new role.
  • Annual performance-based bonus program.
  • Employer contributions to retirement programs with no employee contribution needed.
  • Medical benefits for the employee at no payroll deduction.
  • 29 days of PTO accrued annually.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This remote Director of Quality and Patient Safety position at Dignity Health offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for experienced healthcare leaders.

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Who Will Succeed Here

Proficient in Quality Management Systems such as Lean Six Sigma and ISO 9001, with a strong emphasis on data analysis tools like Tableau and SQL to drive performance improvements in healthcare settings.

Demonstrates strong autonomy and self-motivation, thriving in a remote work environment while effectively managing cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals.

Possesses a deep understanding of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and CMS guidelines, paired with a proactive mindset to identify risks and implement patient safety initiatives.

Learning Resources

Quality Management in Healthcare: The Complete Guidearticle

Career Path

Director of Quality and Patient Safety(Now)Vice President of Quality Improvement(2-4 years)Chief Quality Officer(5-7 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$5.6B
Annual Growth
12.4%
AI Adoption in Healthcare
47%
Investment in Quality Management Tech
+35%
Labour Demand for Quality Managers
+22%
Avg Salary for Director of Quality
$130K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Quality ManagementData AnalysisHealthcare Regulations
Growing in Demand
Data GovernanceHealthcare AnalyticsRegulatory Compliance Automation
Declining
Traditional Quality Control MethodsManual Data Entry

Domain Trends

Increased AI Integration in Quality Management
By 2025, 60% of healthcare organizations will implement AI tools for quality management, aiming to enhance patient safety and streamline compliance processes.
Shift Towards Proactive Risk Management
75% of healthcare providers are adopting proactive risk management strategies, resulting in a 30% reduction in patient safety incidents.
Growth of Telehealth Quality Standards
With telehealth services surging by 70% in 2024, 50% of organizations are now focusing on developing quality standards specific to remote patient care.

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