Director of Clinical Quality and Performance Improvement

Job Title: Director of Clinical Quality

Location: Modesto, CA

Schedule: Monday–Friday (Director-level role with 24/7 departmental accountability)

Salary Range: $140,000 – $220,000 (DOE)

Relocation: Available based on candidate location and distance

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Director of Clinical Quality to serve as a senior hospital leader responsible for quality outcomes, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement initiatives. This executive-level role reports to the Chief Nursing Officer and is accountable for hospital-wide quality strategy and measurable clinical outcomes.

Position Summary

The Director of Clinical Quality provides strategic leadership for hospital-wide Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs. This role ensures delivery of safe, patient-centered, outcomes-based, and cost-effective care while maintaining compliance with accreditation and regulatory agencies.

The Director leads initiatives related to:

• Quality outcomes and performance improvement
• Patient safety programs
• Regulatory and accreditation compliance
• Peer review and risk management
• Infection prevention and control
• Clinical data analysis and reporting

This role requires strong executive presence, analytical expertise, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a complex hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee hospital-wide quality and performance improvement programs
• Monitor clinical outcomes and identify opportunities for measurable improvement
• Lead patient safety initiatives and ensure appropriate incident reporting processes
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state regulatory, and accreditation standards
• Oversee Infection Prevention, Risk Management, Peer Review, and related quality functions
• Analyze hospital data, dashboards, and quality metrics to drive strategic decisions
• Present quality performance reports to executive leadership and medical staff committees
• Lead regulatory survey readiness and accreditation preparation efforts
• Drive culture change initiatives to support high-reliability healthcare practices
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to achieve quality benchmarks and performance goals

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in a health-related field
• OR
• Extensive hospital-based quality leadership experience (7+ years) in quality or performance improvement

Required Experience

• Director or Assistant Director-level leadership experience
• Hospital-based Quality and Performance Improvement leadership

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• Experience in:
• Outcomes management
• Peer review
• Risk management
• Patient safety
• Infection prevention
• Direct experience working with:
• The Joint Commission
• Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
• State regulatory agencies

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and statistical skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, databases, dashboards, and quality reporting tools
• Ability to interpret clinical and operational data
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams
• Experience driving change in complex hospital environments
• Knowledge of Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) processes and current quality trends

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Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing and walking
• Ability to lift, position, or push up to 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity and mobility as required in hospital environments

Benefits Overview

Comprehensive benefits package may include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Behavioral health and telemedicine services
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and leave programs
• Tuition assistance and certification support
• Student loan assistance programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Supplemental insurance and financial wellness resources

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment status and location.

If you are an experienced hospital quality leader with Director-level experience and a strong background in regulatory compliance, patient safety, and performance improvement, apply today to explore this leadership opportunity in Modesto, CA.*