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Director of Quality | Columbia, Missouri
Step into a high-impact leadership role where your work directly shapes patient outcomes and organizational performance. We’re seeking a Director of Quality to lead the quality and performance improvement strategy for a 39-bed Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) in the vibrant and growing community of Columbia, Missouri.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, patient-centered environment and knows how to translate data into meaningful clinical and operational improvements.
Why this role stands out:
- True influence: Partner closely with executive leadership and medical staff to drive quality outcomes, regulatory readiness, and patient safety initiatives.
- Autonomy visibility: You won’t be buried in layers—your voice matters, and your impact will be seen quickly.
- Specialized setting: LTACH experience offers a unique clinical complexity—perfect for a quality leader who enjoys solving challenging cases and improving long-stay patient outcomes.
- Culture that values quality: This is not a “check-the-box” compliance role—this organization is genuinely invested in continuous improvement.
What you’ll own:
- Lead Performance Improvement (PI), Risk Management, and Infection Prevention programs
- Drive regulatory readiness (CMS, Joint Commission or equivalent)
- Analyze data, identify trends, and implement actionable quality initiatives
- Educate and engage clinical teams around best practices and patient safety
- Build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000