Director of Quality and Risk

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Charlottesville, VA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$115,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Acute Care, Analysis Skills, Centralized Operations/Management, Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Corrective Action, Data Analysis, Health Information Management, Healthcare, Hospital, Hospital Administration, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Market Surveys, Medical Treatment, Organizational Skills, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Risk Management, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Treatment Plan, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Charlottesville, VA
POSTED
3 days ago
medical, dental, and vision insurance, robust retirement savings with a 401(k) match, paid time off (PTO) and holidays, life/disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition reimbursement for career growth

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Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are the nation’s largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation. Approximately one in three patients in the U.S. receiving inpatient rehabilitative care receive it at an Encompass Health hospital. When you choose Encompass Health, you’re choosing a team with decades of experience and a deep commitment to personalized care. We offer unparalleled clinical expertise for treating inpatient rehabilitation conditions and will create a customized treatment plan based on your unique needs.

Why join us?

medical, dental, and vision insurance, robust retirement savings with a 401(k) match, paid time off (PTO) and holidays, life/disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition reimbursement for career growth

Job Details

Job Posting – Director of Quality & Risk

Location: Charlottesville, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Salaried | Onsite Only

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Director of Quality & Risk to join the leadership team at a 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is a fully onsite leadership role reporting directly to the Hospital CEO, with matrix support from the Regional Director of Quality & Risk.

This role is responsible for overseeing quality management, risk management, patient safety, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and patient experience initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on hospital leader with recent, on-site experience in quality and risk management within an acute or inpatient rehabilitation hospital setting.

About the Hospital

50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital

No emergency department, operating rooms, or ambulatory services

Average patient length of stay: 7–14 days

Not a nursing home or long-term care facility

Reporting Structure & Direct Reports

Reports to: Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Supported by: Regional Director of Quality & Risk

Direct Reports:

Patient Assessment Standards Coordinator (PASC)

Health Information Management Services (HIMS) Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

Lead all Quality, Risk Management, and Patient Safety initiatives at the hospital level

Own Joint Commission accreditation and survey readiness, including preparation, execution, and follow-up

Ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and patient safety standards

Analyze patient satisfaction and patient experience data, identify trends, and develop actionable improvement plans

Present quality, risk, and patient experience data to hospital leadership and governing bodies

Partner closely with clinical and operational leaders to drive continuous quality improvement

Oversee event reporting, investigations, and corrective action plans

Lead and develop quality and HIM staff, fostering accountability and collaboration

Serve as a visible, on-site resource for staff related to quality, safety, and risk concerns

Required Qualifications

Recent, hands-on leadership experience in quality and risk management within a hospital or inpatient healthcare facility

Direct experience leading Joint Commission surveys/accreditation in a hospital setting

Demonstrated experience with patient satisfaction surveys, data analysis, and performance improvement initiatives

Proven ability to work onsite with staff and lead through influence and collaboration

Strong tenure stability (preference for 2+ years in recent leadership roles)

Bachelor’s degree required (clinical licensure not required)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, or specialty hospital environments

Strong presentation and executive communication skills

Background working closely with CEOs and executive leadership teams

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $100,000 – $115,000 annually (based on experience; no flexibility above range)

Bonus: Eligible for quarterly performance-based bonuses

Benefits (Day 1):

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

401(k)

Additional employer-sponsored benefits

Relocation Assistance: May be available for non-local candidates

Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible, impactful leadership role where quality and patient safety are central to hospital operations. You’ll work directly with executive leadership, influence outcomes at the bedside, and lead through meaningful accreditation and performance initiatives.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates with recent, onsite hospital quality and risk leadership experience are encouraged to apply or inquire confidentially.

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FOUNDED
2018
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