Director of Quality and Risk Management

Director of Quality and Risk Management

Ohio Hills Health Centers is seeking an experienced, leadership-driven Registered Nurse to fill the role of Director of Quality and Risk Management. This critical leadership position will lead and advance our organization-wide Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Performance Excellence programs across all OHHC locations. The Director ensures the highest standards of patient safety, clinical excellence, operational compliance, and regulatory adherence across our network of care facilities. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), OHHC provides a stable, purposeful work environment where your effort directly impacts the communities of Belmont, Guernsey, Harrison, and Monroe counties.

Position Overview

· Job Title: Director of Quality and Risk Management

· Position Type: Full-Time

· Location: Barnesville, OH (Main Administrative Office)

· Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

Key Responsibilities

· Quality Improvement: Direct, facilitate, and report on all healthcare quality performance initiatives and patient safety metrics. Formulate and manage data collection, tracking, and trending metrics to identify systemic areas for process improvement. Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action planning if necessary.

· Risk Management & Compliance: Oversee clinical risk evaluations, proactive hazard assessments, internal incident reporting processes, and infection control monitoring systems. Oversee regulatory compliance activities, including HRSA requirements, UDS reporting, FTCA, HIPAA, accreditation standards, and Operational Site Visit readiness.

· Clinical Intervention & Data Analysis: Lead the design and evaluation of quality improvement projects (QIPs) and patient safety concepts to drive strategic health outcomes. Provide oversight of population health analytics and use data to drive health equity initiatives and improve community outcomes.

· Leadership & Engagement: Collaborate closely with executive and administrative management, medical staff, and clinical staff to integrate quality and patient safety standards into everyday provider workflows and healthcare administration. Chair quality-related committees and serve as the primary liaison to Board Quality Committees. Partner with clinical, operational, and technology leaders to strengthen reporting capabilities, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications & Requirements

· Licensure: Active, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Ohio

· Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

· Experience:

· Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in a clinical quality improvement, utilization management, or healthcare risk management role.

· Proven experience with healthcare data systems, advanced statistical analysis, or reporting analytics.

· Preferred Certifications: Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or comparable clinical risk management certifications are highly desirable.

Why Work at OHHC?

· Community Impact: Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to providing accessible healthcare options for everyone, regardless of their income or insurance status.

· Recognition: Work for an organization recognized by HRSA for outstanding achievement in health information technology and comprehensive quality of care.

· Benefits: Competitive compensation packages alongside stable, regional employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $61,116 - $94,743