Interim Director of Quality

Interim Director of Quality Needed in Aberdeen, Washington!

The Position

• An Interim Director of Quality is needed to provide day-to-day leadership for quality, performance improvement, and compliance functions while strengthening organizational quality initiatives.
• Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, this leader will oversee a team of four FTEs.
• Key responsibilities include leading the daily operations of the Quality department, ensuring compliance with corrective action plans resulting from a recent state survey, supporting ongoing regulatory readiness, mentoring team members, overseeing quality and compliance activities, and helping optimize processes following a recent Meditech Expanse EHR implementation.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive quality leadership experience within healthcare organizations, strong regulatory and accreditation knowledge, and a collaborative leadership style. Experience managing corrective action plans, quality improvement initiatives, and compliance programs is highly preferred. Must be highly organized, patient-focused, and able to adapt quickly to changing needs. Excellent communication skills will be critical.
• Must be available to start within 2-3 weeks of acceptance.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree required.
• Current RN license required.
• Director-level healthcare quality leadership experience required, with expertise in quality improvement, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and performance improvement initiatives.

The Community

• Aberdeen offers easy access to the scenic Washington coast, providing opportunities for beach outings, fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation.
• The area is surrounded by beautiful forests, parks, and hiking trails, making it ideal for nature enthusiasts.
• Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life with a welcoming community atmosphere and access to local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
• Nearby rivers and waterways provide year-round opportunities for kayaking, wildlife viewing, and outdoor adventure.
• Aberdeen is conveniently located within driving distance of larger metropolitan areas while maintaining the charm and affordability of a smaller Pacific Northwest community.

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Compensation Details

• Compensation Range: $160,000 to $170,000 annually.
• The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits.
• The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

Interim Leadership with B.E. Smith

• Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path.
• Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration.
• As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling withholdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions.
• Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience.
• Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter.
• B.E. Smith is continuously addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a commitment to transparent communication. We strive to mitigate its impact on clients, healthcare workers, employees, and stakeholders of B.E. Smith. Upholding our integrity, we remain dedicated to sharing timely updates and insights, guided by our core value of "Doing the Right Thing."

Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:

Peter Benson

Senior Executive Recruiter

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